What a day in Major League Baseball! We saw thrilling comebacks, dominant pitching performances, and sluggers making their mark across the league on April 27th. Let’s dive into the action from BudsAlley.com.
San Diego Padres 9, Chicago Cubs 7
The San Diego Padres outslugged the Chicago Cubs in a high-scoring affair. San Diego’s offense was led by Jurickson Profar, who had three hits including two doubles, scoring three runs, and Jackson Merrill’s four RBIs, including a triple. Manny Machado also chipped in a solo homer. For the Cubs, Pete Crow-Armstrong launched a grand slam, accounting for four RBIs, and Seiya Suzuki added two hits and a home run. Both starters, the Cubs’ Jameson Taillon and the Padres’ Michael King, were hit hard, each giving up five earned runs in less than six innings of work. The Padres’ offense simply had more answers.
Chicago White Sox 8, Los Angeles Angels 7
The Chicago White Sox pulled off a stunning comeback against the Los Angeles Angels. Trailing 7-1 heading into the seventh inning, the White Sox exploded for seven runs, capped by a three-run homer from Lenyn Sosa, to take the lead. Paul DeJong also contributed a solo shot for Chicago. The Angels’ offense saw Jo Adell hit a three-run home run, and Nolan Schanuel added two doubles, but it wasn’t enough to hold off the White Sox surge. Angels starter Patrick Sandoval gave up three earned runs over five innings, but the bullpen couldn’t shut the door. Erick Fedde started for the White Sox, allowing four earned runs.
Boston Red Sox 5, Toronto Blue Jays 0
Tanner Houck was absolutely brilliant for the Boston Red Sox, throwing seven shutout innings, allowing just one hit and striking out ten Toronto Blue Jays batters. It was a masterful performance. On offense, Masataka Yoshida connected for a home run and Tyler O’Neill added two hits and a double to help the Red Sox secure the win. The Blue Jays’ offense was completely stifled, managing only two hits all game. Yariel Rodriguez took the loss for Toronto, giving up four earned runs over six innings.
Minnesota Twins 11, Seattle Mariners 4
The Minnesota Twins offense erupted against the Seattle Mariners, powered by Edouard Julien’s two home runs and five RBIs. Carlos Correa and Jose Miranda also had multi-hit games as the Twins racked up 12 hits. Mariners ace Luis Castillo had a day to forget, surrendering seven earned runs on seven hits in just 3.2 innings, taking the loss. Twins starter Chris Paddack had a solid outing, allowing two earned runs over five innings to earn the victory. J.P. Crawford hit a two-run homer for the Mariners, but it was far from enough.
Los Angeles Dodgers 5, Miami Marlins 4
The Los Angeles Dodgers delivered late-game heroics, walking off the Miami Marlins in the ninth inning. Max Muncy led the Dodgers offense with three hits and two runs scored, while Freddie Freeman drove in two. Bryan De La Cruz hit a three-run home run for the Marlins. Marlins starter Edward Cabrera pitched well, allowing no earned runs over 4.1 innings, but the bullpen ultimately gave up three runs in the ninth, including the walk-off. Dodgers starter Bobby Miller gave up three earned runs in five innings.
Tampa Bay Rays 3, Cleveland Guardians 2
The Tampa Bay Rays edged out the Cleveland Guardians in a tight contest. Jose Caballero was a standout for the Rays with three hits, and Amed Rosario hit a solo home run to contribute to the offense. Rays starter Zach Eflin delivered a quality start, allowing two earned runs over six innings for the win. For the Guardians, Jose Ramirez hit a two-run homer. Cleveland starter Triston McKenzie was excellent, striking out nine over five shutout innings, but the bullpen couldn’t hold the lead, and he ended up with a no-decision.
St. Louis Cardinals 4, Pittsburgh Pirates 2
The St. Louis Cardinals staged a dramatic ninth-inning rally, scoring all four of their runs to snatch a victory from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Paul Goldschmidt delivered a two-run double, while Nolan Arenado and Lars Nootbaar each added solo home runs in the decisive frame. For the Pirates, Jared Triolo had a strong day with three hits and a double. Pirates starter Martin Perez was brilliant, pitching four shutout innings, but his bullpen couldn’t protect the lead in the ninth. Cardinals starter Lance Lynn gave up two earned runs over five innings.
New York Yankees 4, Texas Rangers 2
The New York Yankees offense powered by the long ball and a strong start from Marcus Stroman downed the Texas Rangers. Juan Soto had a monster day with three hits, including two doubles and a solo home run, driving in two runs. Giancarlo Stanton and Alex Verdugo also went deep for the Yankees. Stroman delivered an excellent performance, allowing no earned runs and only three hits over 6.2 innings for the win. Rangers starter Michael Lorenzen struggled, giving up four earned runs over four innings. Adolis Garcia and Nathaniel Lowe each drove in a run for Texas.
Kansas City Royals 3, Detroit Tigers 2
In a classic pitcher’s duel, the Kansas City Royals defeated the Detroit Tigers. Royals starter Cole Ragans was fantastic, allowing just one earned run on four hits while striking out nine over six innings to earn the win. Maikel Garcia and Bobby Witt Jr. each drove in a run for the Royals. Tigers starter Tarik Skubal was equally impressive, giving up two earned runs on four hits and striking out eight over six innings, but took the tough loss. Riley Greene hit a two-run home run for the Tigers, providing their only offense.
Houston Astros 10, Colorado Rockies 3
The Houston Astros offense came alive, scoring ten runs against the Colorado Rockies. Kyle Tucker was the star of the show, blasting two home runs and driving in five runs. Jose Altuve chipped in with two hits and two runs scored, and Yordan Alvarez added two RBIs. Astros starter Ronel Blanco was dominant, allowing no earned runs on just two hits over six innings to pick up the victory. Rockies starter Ryan Feltner had a rough outing, giving up five earned runs in just three innings of work. Brendan Rodgers hit a solo home run for Colorado.
Philadelphia Phillies 7, San Francisco Giants 1
The Philadelphia Phillies offense exploded, backed by a superb outing from Aaron Nola, to rout the San Francisco Giants. Bryce Harper went deep with a three-run homer, collecting three hits on the day, while Kyle Schwarber also launched a two-run shot. J.T. Realmuto added three hits for the Phillies. Nola was brilliant, allowing just one earned run on five hits over eight innings, striking out eight. Giants ace Logan Webb had an uncharacteristic struggle, giving up seven earned runs on twelve hits in just 3.2 innings. Michael Conforto hit a solo homer for the Giants.
Milwaukee Brewers 8, Cincinnati Reds 2
The Milwaukee Brewers offense, led by Rhys Hoskins’ two home runs and four RBIs, dominated the Cincinnati Reds. Willy Adames also contributed a home run, two hits, and two runs scored, while Blake Perkins added three hits. Brewers starter Freddy Peralta delivered a strong performance, allowing one earned run on three hits over six innings for the win. Reds starter Frankie Montas had a disastrous outing, surrendering seven earned runs on seven hits in just three innings, taking the loss. Spencer Steer hit a two-run homer for the Reds.
Baltimore Orioles 5, Oakland Athletics 2
The Baltimore Orioles defeated the Oakland Athletics, with Anthony Santander’s three-run home run leading the offense. Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman each chipped in with two hits. Orioles ace Corbin Burnes delivered a quality start, allowing two earned runs on five hits over six innings, striking out eight, to earn the victory. For the Athletics, Shea Langeliers hit a two-run home run. Athletics starter Ross Stripling struggled, giving up five earned runs on nine hits over five innings.
Washington Nationals 5, Arizona Diamondbacks 2
CJ Abrams powered the Washington Nationals offense with two solo home runs to help secure a win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. Joey Gallo also added two hits and a double for Washington. Nationals starter MacKenzie Gore had a strong outing, allowing two earned runs on six hits over six innings for the win. Diamondbacks starter Brandon Pfaadt was ineffective, giving up five earned runs on nine hits in 4.2 innings. Christian Walker hit a solo home run for Arizona.