Welcome to your BudsAlley.com MLB recap for April 24th! We saw some high-scoring affairs, dramatic finishes, and standout performances across the league. Let’s break down the action from a busy night on the diamond.
Chicago Cubs 6, Los Angeles Dodgers 4
The Chicago Cubs staged a remarkable late-game comeback against the Los Angeles Dodgers. After trailing for much of the game, the Cubs offense ignited in the seventh, eighth, and ninth innings, scoring six unanswered runs. Christopher Morel was the hero for Chicago, blasting a home run and driving in four runs, along with a triple. Dansby Swanson also contributed a solo shot. For the Dodgers, their offense was stifled after the fourth inning, with Andy Pages’ three-run homer in the third being their main highlight. Dodgers starter Bobby Miller struck out ten over his outing but ultimately got a no-decision as the bullpen faltered, with Michael Grove and Daniel Hudson surrendering runs in relief.
Washington Nationals 4, Chicago White Sox 5
The Chicago White Sox narrowly edged out the Washington Nationals in a tight contest. The White Sox offense chipped away, highlighted by a solo home run from Luis Robert Jr. and key RBI doubles from Gavin Sheets and Korey Lee. Washington’s CJ Abrams launched a two-run homer and Keibert Ruiz added two hits and an RBI. Nationals starter Trevor Williams was tagged for two earned runs, while relievers allowed the decisive runs to cross the plate. White Sox pitcher Erick Fedde gave up one earned run in his start, keeping his team in the game before the offense sealed the win.
Miami Marlins 9, San Francisco Giants 4
The Miami Marlins dominated the San Francisco Giants in a high-scoring affair. The Marlins offense exploded for nine runs on 16 hits, featuring home runs from Jake Burger and Nick Gordon, both driving in three runs. Bryan De La Cruz and Jazz Chisholm Jr. each tallied three hits. Giants starter Logan Webb endured a tough outing, surrendering eight earned runs and two home runs. For the Giants, Casey Schmitt provided some power with a solo home run, part of his three-hit night, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Miami’s relentless attack.
Philadelphia Phillies 3, Atlanta Braves 5
The Atlanta Braves secured a divisional win against the Philadelphia Phillies. Atlanta’s offense was powered by a two-run homer from Austin Riley, who also drove in two. Marcell Ozuna and Orlando Arcia each contributed two hits. On the mound, Braves starter Max Fried delivered a solid performance, allowing three earned runs over his start. For the Phillies, Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm both hit solo home runs, with Bohm collecting two RBIs. Their starting pitcher struggled, giving up five earned runs and a home run, which ultimately put them in too deep a hole.
Colorado Rockies 4, New York Mets 3
The Colorado Rockies picked up a road win against the New York Mets in a close battle. The Rockies scored late to take the lead, with Brenton Doyle driving in two crucial runs. Ezequiel Tovar added two hits for Colorado. Rockies starter Austin Gomber allowed two earned runs, with the bullpen combining to give up just one additional run to secure the victory. For the Mets, Brett Baty had a strong performance with two hits, a double, and two RBIs, but the offense couldn’t push enough runs across. Mets starter Jose Quintana pitched well, striking out eight and allowing two earned runs, but the Mets’ bullpen couldn’t hold the line, with Adam Ottavino charged with two earned runs.
Detroit Tigers 8, Cincinnati Reds 9
In a thrilling back-and-forth contest, the Cincinnati Reds walked off the Detroit Tigers. The Reds offense came alive with a combined four home runs from Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Will Benson, each hitting two long balls, with Encarnacion-Strand driving in four. Cincinnati pushed across two runs in the ninth to seal the dramatic win. The Tigers also had a productive offensive night, with home runs from Javier Baez, Gio Urshela, Mark Canha, and Riley Greene. Tigers starter Reese Olson gave up two earned runs, but the bullpen struggled, ultimately surrendering nine runs in total. Reds starter Andrew Abbott was hit for five earned runs and two home runs, but his team’s offensive explosion saved him from a loss.
New York Yankees 12, Houston Astros 4
The New York Yankees offense exploded for a dominant victory over the Houston Astros. The Yankees piled on 12 runs on 13 hits, featuring home runs from Juan Soto, Giancarlo Stanton, Jose Trevino, and Anthony Volpe. Soto had a particularly stellar night, collecting three hits, a home run, four RBIs, and three runs scored. Yankees starter Luis Gil allowed two earned runs over his outing, while Luke Weaver gave up two more earned runs and two home runs in relief. Houston’s pitching staff struggled to contain the Yankees’ bats. On the offensive side for the Astros, Yordan Alvarez hit a two-run homer, and Kyle Tucker added a solo shot, but their efforts were overshadowed by New York’s offensive onslaught.