Skid over, Braves aim to split key series with rival Mets

Jul 13, 2024; San Diego, California, USA; Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Reynaldo Lopez (40) pitches against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports One of the least experienced starting pitchers in the majors provided the struggling Atlanta Braves with an immeasurable boost Saturday afternoon. Atlanta…

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Astros bullpen making impact against Dodgers

Jul 26, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Tayler Scott (50) reacts after the final out during the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports With five relievers combining to cover the final 14 outs of a 7-6, walk-off victory over the visiting…

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Royals, Cole Ragans seek series win in finale vs. Cubs

Jul 22, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Cole Ragans (55) reacts during the sixth inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports The Kansas City Royals look to close out a successful homestand on Sunday in the rubber match of their three-game series against…

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Marlins keep winning as Brewers cope with injuries

Jul 26, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Miami Marlins first baseman Josh Bell (9) runs the bases after hitting a solo home run in the ninth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports The Miami Marlins might be sellers as the trade deadline nears, but they’re also spoilers….

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Giants, Rockies sorting through pitching situations

Jul 3, 2024; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jordan Hicks (12) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Two pitchers who could find themselves in different situations the next time they take the mound go head-to-head when the San Francisco Giants…

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Diamondbacks look to stay hot against Pirates

Jul 11, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Jake McCarthy (31) hits against the Atlanta Braves in the fourth inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports The defending National League champion Arizona Diamondbacks seemingly have put their uneven start behind them and stand a season-best five games above .500. The Diamondbacks…

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Yankees following trend of big offense versus Red Sox

Jul 27, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Aaron Judge (99) hits an RBI single against the Boston Red Sox during the fifth inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports After a come-from-behind win in 10 innings to even the series, the New York Yankees will look to upend…

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