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Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Shohei Ohtani Ties Dodgers Record With Historic Homer
Shohei Ohtani Ties Dodgers Record With Historic Homer originally appeared on Athlon Sports. What a month it's been for Shohei Ohtani. The reigning NL MVP launched two more homers on Friday, helping the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the New York Yankees 8-5. Ohtani drilled the first pitch he saw from Max Fried over the center-field wall in the bottom of the first, then took Fried deep again in the bottom of the sixth. Advertisement The pair of solo shots raised Ohtani's MLB-leading total to 22, 15 of which have come in May. That ties a Dodgers record for most home runs in a month, matching Duke Snider (August 1953) and Pedro Guerrero (June 1985). With the way he's swinging the bat, Ohtani could break that record on Saturday. He's been especially hot lately with five long balls over his last five games. Surprisingly, the Dodgers are only 14-12 in May despite their superstar's historic month, though they still lead the NL West by two games over the San Diego Padres. After leading the NL with 54 homers last year, Los Angeles' leadoff man is on pace for 62 big flies this year. That would be the most by an NL player since Barry Bonds' MLB-record 73-homer campaign for the San Francisco Giants in 2001. May 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the first inning against the New York Yankees at Dodger Parkhurst-Imagn Images If he keeps it up, Ohtani will likely win his third straight MVP award and fourth overall. He also leads the Majors in runs scored (61) while pacing the NL in slugging percentage (.670) and total bases (148). Advertisement No Dodgers player has ever won back-to-back MVPs before, but Ohtani could be the first. Related: Dodgers Fans Upset Over Mookie Betts News Before Yankees Game Related: Dodgers Trade Idea Grabs $70 Million Rumored Max Muncy Replacement This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
08-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Yankees add high-profile ex-$63 million prospect in trade to strengthen infield
Image Source: Getty For as much as the New York Yankees have climbed up the AL East standings by winning 15 of their past 20 games, they still have one lingering problem: infield depth. Third base has been a revolving door since Gleyber Torres departed in free agency and injuries struck key contributors. According to a new trade proposal, which has been getting attention, the solution could come in the form of Los Angeles Angels infielder Yoán Moncada — former MLB No. 1 consensus prospect and one of MLB's highest-risk-high-reward players, but the top figure for New York carries a low-cost/low-risk/low-upside rating. New York Yankees' infield depth tested as third base remains a weak spot The Yankees have enjoyed a dominant record, but have been a little snake-bitten in trying to solidify their infield. With Torres gone, Aaron Boone has used various combinations of Oswaldo Cabrera and Oswald Peraza at third base along with other utility players. For one, Cabrera is finished for 2015 because of a broken ankle, and Peraza's offense has made the situation worse. However, as New York eyes October, third base has turned into an issue with the rest of the roster starting to click. Having a competent infield is the lifeblood of the Yankees, and making sure third base is steady would take their lineup to new heights. Recently, Sara Molnick of Pinstripes Nation tossed around the idea of trading for Yoán Moncada, citing his upside and position flexibility. Despite his paltry numbers this year and recently going on the injured list with knee inflammation, Moncada is still a very useful switch-hitter that can man both corners, a skillset that would provide an immediate benefit to the Yankees still. Moncada could benefit from a fresh start with the New York Yankees The path to MLB for Yoán Moncada hasn't come without its challenges. He hit just eight games with the Red Sox after signing with them for an MLB-record $31.5 million bonus in 2015 (total cost for Boston: $63 million, if you include taxes) and was traded to the White Sox in the deal that brought Chris Sale to Beantown. While Moncada had quirks of stardom throughout his time in Chicago, even hitting 25 home runs in 2019, he has never managed to stay on the field to build upon what he showed during the few seasons he was there. Also Read: $25,000,000 worth Pete Alonso's 'on hold' free agency delays Yoán Moncada and Justin Turner's signing Moncada is now 30 and is playing as part of a one-year, $5 million deal with the Angels. A change of scenery could do him well, and the Yankees could serve as an ideal landing zone. New York brings him in without having to part ways with top prospects, and Moncada gets the opportunity to rebuild his career on a playoff contender. The move could pay off big time for either side if he returns to form.
San Francisco Chronicle
28-05-2025
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Skenes dominates into 7th inning, Pirates beat Diamondbacks 10-1 for 2nd road series win
PHOENIX (AP) — Paul Skenes dominated in six-plus scoreless innings, O'Neil Cruz hit a two-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates rolled over the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-1 on Wednesday. The Pirates rallied from down 6-2 with seven runs in the eighth inning to beat the Diamondbacks 9-6 on Tuesday night. There was no need for a comeback with Skenes (4-5) on the mound. Last year's NL rookie of the year allowed four hits, struck out seven and walked none in 6 2/3 innings. Skenes has not allowed more than six hits in an MLB-record 35 starts to open his career. Pittsburgh took two of three from Arizona for its first road series win and second overall since April 22-24 against the Los Angeles Angels. Arizona's Zac Gallen (3-7) allowed six runs — five earned — on six hits with three strikeouts and three walks in five innings. Gallen walked the leadoff batter three times and all three scored. Arizona has lost seven of eight. Henry Davis hit a run-scoring single in the second inning after a leadoff walk and Pittsburgh scored two runs in the fifth on second baseman Jordan Lawler's throwing error following a leadoff walk. Gallen issued another leadoff walk in the sixth inning and was pulled after Ke'Bryan Hayes' run-scoring single. Isiah Kiner-Falefa hit a two-run double off Juan Morillo and Bryan Reynolds made it 8-0 with a run-scoring triple. Key moment Kiner-Falefa broke the game open with his double in the sixth. Key stat Pittsburgh scored 19 straight runs against Arizona in two games before pinch hitter Tim Tawa's leadoff homer in the ninth. Next Pirates RHP Mitch Keller (1-6, 3.66 ERA) pitches the opener of a three-games series at San Diego on Friday. The Diamondbacks have not announced a starter for Friday's opener of a three-game home series against Washington. ___
Hamilton Spectator
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Skenes dominates into 7th inning, Pirates beat Diamondbacks 10-1 for 2nd road series win
PHOENIX (AP) — Paul Skenes dominated in six-plus scoreless innings, O'Neil Cruz hit a two-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates rolled over the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-1 on Wednesday. The Pirates rallied from down 6-2 with seven runs in the eighth inning to beat the Diamondbacks 9-6 on Tuesday night. There was no need for a comeback with Skenes (4-5) on the mound. Last year's NL rookie of the year allowed four hits, struck out seven and walked none in 6 2/3 innings. Skenes has not allowed more than six hits in an MLB-record 35 starts to open his career. Pittsburgh took two of three from Arizona for its first road series win and second overall since April 22-24 against the Los Angeles Angels. Arizona's Zac Gallen (3-7) allowed six runs — five earned — on six hits with three strikeouts and three walks in five innings. Gallen walked the leadoff batter three times and all three scored. Arizona has lost seven of eight. Henry Davis hit a run-scoring single in the second inning after a leadoff walk and Pittsburgh scored two runs in the fifth on second baseman Jordan Lawler's throwing error following a leadoff walk. Gallen issued another leadoff walk in the sixth inning and was pulled after Ke'Bryan Hayes' run-scoring single. Isiah Kiner-Falefa hit a two-run double off Juan Morillo and Bryan Reynolds made it 8-0 with a run-scoring triple. Key moment Kiner-Falefa broke the game open with his double in the sixth. Key stat Pittsburgh scored 19 straight runs against Arizona in two games before pinch hitter Tim Tawa's leadoff homer in the ninth. Next Pirates RHP Mitch Keller (1-6, 3.66 ERA) pitches the opener of a three-games series at San Diego on Friday. The Diamondbacks have not announced a starter for Friday's opener of a three-game home series against Washington. ___ AP MLB:
Winnipeg Free Press
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Skenes dominates into 7th inning, Pirates beat Diamondbacks 10-1 for 2nd road series win
PHOENIX (AP) — Paul Skenes dominated in six-plus scoreless innings, O'Neil Cruz hit a two-run homer and the Pittsburgh Pirates rolled over the Arizona Diamondbacks 10-1 on Wednesday. The Pirates rallied from down 6-2 with seven runs in the eighth inning to beat the Diamondbacks 9-6 on Tuesday night. There was no need for a comeback with Skenes (4-5) on the mound. Last year's NL rookie of the year allowed four hits, struck out seven and walked none in 6 2/3 innings. Skenes has not allowed more than six hits in an MLB-record 35 starts to open his career. Pittsburgh took two of three from Arizona for its first road series win and second overall since April 22-24 against the Los Angeles Angels. Arizona's Zac Gallen (3-7) allowed six runs — five earned — on six hits with three strikeouts and three walks in five innings. Gallen walked the leadoff batter three times and all three scored. Arizona has lost seven of eight. Henry Davis hit a run-scoring single in the second inning after a leadoff walk and Pittsburgh scored two runs in the fifth on second baseman Jordan Lawler's throwing error following a leadoff walk. Gallen issued another leadoff walk in the sixth inning and was pulled after Ke'Bryan Hayes' run-scoring single. Isiah Kiner-Falefa hit a two-run double off Juan Morillo and Bryan Reynolds made it 8-0 with a run-scoring triple. Key moment Kiner-Falefa broke the game open with his double in the sixth. Key stat Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. Pittsburgh scored 19 straight runs against Arizona in two games before pinch hitter Tim Tawa's leadoff homer in the ninth. Next Pirates RHP Mitch Keller (1-6, 3.66 ERA) pitches the opener of a three-games series at San Diego on Friday. The Diamondbacks have not announced a starter for Friday's opener of a three-game home series against Washington. ___ AP MLB:
