Weekend Baseball Recap: Highlights from Around the League

This past weekend was full of exciting baseball action across the MLB, with plenty of drama and standout performances to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

In Baltimore, closer Craig Kimbrel had a rough weekend, blowing saves on both Friday and Sunday. Despite the struggles, the Orioles managed to hit seven home runs over the weekend, setting a record pace with 41 homers through 17 games. The team heads into a crucial series against the Yankees with an exposed bullpen but a powerful offense.

The A’s have been proving themselves as a pesky team, playing .500 ball after a slow start to the season. Mason Miller and his electric fastball have been key contributors to the team’s recent success, making them a team worth watching despite ownership issues.

Shohei Ohtani faced a wave of boos from Blue Jays fans in Toronto, stemming from false reports during his free-agency period. However, Ohtani silenced the crowd with a home run on the third pitch he saw. The Dodgers took two out of three in Toronto, with strong outings from Gavin Stone and Tyler Glasnow.

The White Sox pulled off an upset for the ages, doubling their win total with a sweep of the Rays. Despite their struggles, the Sox gave their fans a weekend to remember with offensive explosions and standout pitching performances.

Overall, the weekend was filled with thrilling moments, from walk-off wins to dominant pitching performances. Baseball fans were treated to a weekend full of excitement and surprises across the league.