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Jacob Lopez took the mound for the Athletics in Sunday's series finale against the New York Yankees. During a disastrous third inning, Lopez and teammate Michael Kelly allowed the first 12 Yankees batters to reach base, contributing to a 13-run outburst by New York. The Athletics ultimately fell 13-8 in the contest, marking a difficult outing for Lopez as he attempted to help his team close out the month of May.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto (5-4) delivered a stellar performance in Sunday's 9-1 win over the Phillies, striking out a season-high 10 batters over 5.1 scoreless innings. Allowing only four hits and two walks, Yamamoto helped the Dodgers secure the series victory and provided a birthday win for manager Dave Roberts. After a difficult stretch from late April to mid-May, Yamamoto has shown significant improvement, successfully anchoring the Dodgers' rotation as they head into June.
Max Muncy contributed to the Los Angeles Dodgers' 9-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday by hitting a home run. His power display, paired with a home run from teammate Ryan Ward and a dominant 10-strikeout performance from starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, helped the Dodgers secure the series win and celebrate manager Dave Roberts' birthday.
Jack Leiter (3-4) earned the win for the Texas Rangers on Sunday, delivering a dominant performance against the Kansas City Royals. Leiter tossed 5.2 scoreless innings, allowing only three hits and two walks while recording 10 strikeouts. This outing marks a significant highlight for the young pitcher as he continues to establish himself in the Rangers' rotation.
The St. Louis Cardinals recalled right-handed pitcher Hunter Dobbins from Triple-A Memphis on Sunday. To make room on the roster, the team designated right-hander Matt Pushard for assignment.
The St. Louis Cardinals designated right-handed pitcher Matt Pushard for assignment on Sunday. The move was part of a roster shuffle that included the recall of right-handed pitcher Hunter Dobbins from Triple-A Memphis.
Ronald Acuña continues to serve as a primary catalyst for the Atlanta Braves lineup. Despite a productive showing from the top of the order alongside Michael Harris, the Braves were unable to complete a series sweep against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, ultimately falling short in the finale. Acuña was highlighted for his performance throughout the series, which saw the Braves reach 40 wins before the month of June.
Jordan Wicks is slated to start for the Chicago Cubs in Sunday night's series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals. Wicks will face off against Cardinals starter Matthew Liberatore in a game with national broadcast coverage on NBC/Peacock. First pitch is scheduled for 6:20 p.m. CT as the Cubs look to conclude the series.
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz was removed from Sunday's game against the Braves in the fifth inning due to right hamstring tightness. The injury occurred while he was rounding first base after a single. The team announced that De La Cruz is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday to evaluate the severity of the issue. His status remains day-to-day as the club awaits further diagnostic results.
Maikel Garcia was sidelined for Sunday's game against the Rangers after sustaining a right hamstring injury during Saturday's contest. The Royals are currently awaiting medical test results to determine the extent of the damage and whether a stint on the 10-day injured list will be necessary. Garcia is scheduled to be re-evaluated on Monday to determine his next steps for recovery.
James Wood contributed significant offensive production to help the Washington Nationals cap off an excellent month of May. His power hitting was a key factor in the team's latest series victory, helping the club maintain momentum as they finish the month two games over .500.
Keibert Ruiz played a pivotal role behind the plate as part of a strong battery that helped the Washington Nationals finish the month of May on a high note. His defensive leadership and coordination with the pitching staff were instrumental in the team securing a series victory.
Zack Littell served as a key part of the battery for the Washington Nationals as they concluded a successful month of May. His performance helped the team secure another series win, leaving them two games over .500 as they look toward the next stretch of the season.
Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos spoke with BravesVision on Sunday to provide updates regarding the organization's roster, specifically addressing the status of Drake Baldwin. The team continues to manage player health and depth as they navigate the current season.
Atlanta Braves front office head Alex Anthopoulos addressed the status of Hurston Waldrep during a pre-game update on Sunday. While injuries were a primary topic of discussion, the organization continues to monitor the development and health of their young pitching prospects.
Ty Madden is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list on Monday. The right-hander, who has been sidelined with a forearm injury, is slated to make his return to the mound for the Tigers' contest against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Jacob Misiorowski delivered a stellar performance in Sunday's shutout win over the Astros, tossing seven scoreless innings while allowing just three hits and zero walks with eight strikeouts. This outing lowered his ERA to 1.65 and capped a dominant May in which he allowed only one run over 38.1 innings. His performance secured the series win for Milwaukee and solidified his standing as a premier young arm in the league.
Blue Jays outfielder Jesús Sánchez left Sunday's game against the Orioles in the sixth inning after being struck in the right wrist by a ball thrown from the stands by a fan. He was diagnosed with a contusion, which the team considers the best possible outcome. While X-rays were negative and the injury appears minor, Sánchez was seen favoring his hand, and the team continues to monitor his status as he recovers from the bizarre incident.
Nolan McLean (3-4) secured a win for the Mets in Sunday's series finale against the Marlins. Over five innings of work, McLean allowed one run on two hits and five walks while striking out two batters. Despite battling control issues throughout the outing, his performance helped the Mets complete a three-game series sweep.
Ranger Suarez provided a gutsy five-inning performance on the mound to help the Boston Red Sox secure a 9-4 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. His outing was a key component in a game defined by a decisive seventh-inning rally that propelled the Red Sox to a series win.
