Bregman Shines in Red Sox Debut, Blue Jays Rally Late for Win
In his much-anticipated spring training debut for the Boston Red Sox, Alex Bregman wasted no time making an impact. The star third baseman, who recently inked a three-year, $120 million deal, went a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate, including a towering two-run homer. His strong performance, however, wasn’t enough as the Toronto Blue Jays staged a dramatic six-run rally in the ninth inning to secure an 8-7 victory in Fort Myers, Florida.
Josh Kasevich delivered the decisive blow for Toronto, driving in the go-ahead runs with a clutch two-run single to right field. The Blue Jays’ ninth-inning surge began with run-scoring plays from Devonte Brown (two-run single), Dasan Brown (bases-loaded walk), and Cutter Coffey (RBI single), which flipped a 5-2 deficit into a 6-5 lead.
Boston attempted to mount a comeback of its own in the bottom of the ninth, with Max Ferguson delivering a two-run single to left. However, the rally fell short as Marcelo Mayer grounded out against Paxton Schultz, sealing the victory for Toronto.
Tigers Blank Yankees Behind Dingler’s Homer
Detroit’s pitching staff put together a dominant performance, shutting out the New York Yankees 4-0 in Tampa. Dillon Dingler crushed a 398-foot two-run homer, while Andy Ibáñez and Austin Murr chipped in with RBI doubles.
Casey Mize got the start for the Tigers and looked sharp in two scoreless innings, allowing just two hits while striking out three. Tyler Owens (1-0) earned the win after tossing a clean third inning.
For the Yankees, Jazz Chisholm Jr. made his spring training debut at second base and recorded one of the team’s five hits, all singles.
Orioles Take Down Phillies with Balanced Attack
Baltimore’s bats came alive in a 7-3 victory over Philadelphia in Clearwater. Coby Mayo’s two-run single, Vimael Machin’s solo homer, and Jordyn Adams’ two RBIs powered the Orioles’ offense.
On the mound, starter Cade Povich (1-0) was sharp, holding the Phillies hitless through two innings. The Orioles’ bullpen followed suit, with Kyle Brnovich striking out four in the final two frames.
The Phillies’ lone bright spot came from Gabriel Rincones, who launched a two-run homer. Starter Tyler Phillips (0-1) took the loss after giving up multiple runs early.
Pirates Use Seventh-Inning Surge to Defeat Twins
A four-run outburst in the seventh lifted the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins in Bradenton. Konnor Griffin, Abrahan Gutierrez, Termarr Johnson, and Bryce Johnson all contributed RBI singles in the decisive inning.
Mitch Keller made his spring debut for Pittsburgh, tossing two solid innings with three hits allowed and one strikeout. Tim Mayza (1-0) picked up the win with a flawless seventh inning.
Minnesota’s lone run came off the bat of DaShawn Keirsey Jr., who drove in a run in the fourth. Pitcher Travis Adams (0-1) struggled in the seventh, allowing multiple hits in the Pirates’ rally.
Nationals Offense Explodes in Win Over Mets
Washington wasted no time jumping on the Mets’ split-squad, plating five first-inning runs en route to an 11-6 victory in Palm Beach.
Andrew Pinckney’s two-run triple in the fifth and Robert Hassell III’s 2-for-3 performance with two runs highlighted the Nationals’ offensive outburst. Starter Shinnosuke Ogasawara (1-0) worked a clean inning in his debut.
For New York, Simon Juan provided late fireworks with a three-run homer in the ninth, but it wasn’t enough to overcome an early deficit. Ty Adcock (0-1) struggled on the mound, allowing five runs (three earned) in just two-thirds of an inning.
Marlins, Mets Play to 1-1 Tie
A late-game RBI single from Ryan Ignoffo helped Miami force a tie against the New York Mets in Port St. Lucie.
The Mets had taken an early lead thanks to a fourth-inning balk that allowed Brett Baty to score from third. Baty was the only player in the game to collect multiple hits.
Sandy Alcantara made his highly anticipated return from Tommy John surgery, touching 99 mph on the radar gun while allowing just one hit and striking out one in his lone inning.
Caminero’s Homer Leads Rays Past Braves
Junior Caminero went deep and Curtis Mead collected three hits as Tampa Bay defeated Atlanta 4-2 in North Port.
The Rays also got offensive contributions from Kameron Misner, Josh Lowe, and Ben Rortvedt. Starter Joe Rock (1-0) handled two innings of work, allowing two hits with a strikeout.
The Braves avoided a shutout thanks to Sandy León’s solo homer in the eighth and Conner Capel’s RBI double in the ninth. Ian Anderson (0-1) had command issues, issuing three walks in his 1 2/3 innings of work.
Astros Dominate Cardinals with Sixth-Inning Explosion
Houston put up a monster inning, scoring nine runs in the sixth to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-6 in Jupiter.
Thomas Sacco stole the show, crushing a two-run homer and later adding a two-run single in the same frame. Patrick Sullivan also went deep as the Astros’ offense erupted.
AJ Blubaugh (1-0) picked up the win despite giving up three earned runs in two innings. For St. Louis, JJ Wetherholt briefly put the Cardinals ahead with a three-run homer in the fifth, but their bullpen failed to hold the lead.
Guardians Crush Angels in Offensive Showcase
Cleveland’s bats erupted for 14 runs in a one-sided win over the Los Angeles Angels in Goodyear, Arizona.
Steven Kwan, Joe Lampe, and C.J. Kayfus each hit home runs as the Guardians’ offense dominated. Cooper Ingle added two hits and two RBIs.
On the pitching side, Ben Lively allowed just one run despite giving up five hits in two innings. The Angels, who managed only five hits, got an RBI single from Mickey Moniak and a bases-loaded walk from Nelson Rada.
Athletics Shut Down Rockies in 4-0 Victory
Seth Brown’s three-run double highlighted a four-run fifth inning as the Oakland Athletics blanked the Colorado Rockies in Scottsdale.
Brent Rooker added a sacrifice fly, while starter Jeffrey Springs delivered a strong two-inning debut, allowing two hits with two strikeouts.
Rockies reliever Jaden Hill struggled, allowing all four runs in just two-thirds of an inning despite not giving up a hit.
Dodgers Overpower Padres with Late Surge
A five-run eighth inning helped Los Angeles pull away for an 8-3 win over San Diego in Glendale.
Kody Hoese ripped a three-run double, while Mookie Betts contributed with a sacrifice fly. Dustin May made his first spring start, tossing a scoreless inning.
San Diego got RBI hits from Ethan Salas, Forrest Wall, and Trent Brooks, but their bullpen couldn’t contain the Dodgers’ late offensive explosion.
Giants Take Down Reds Behind Logan Webb
Logan Webb was dominant in his first spring outing, tossing two perfect innings as San Francisco defeated Cincinnati 5-2 in Scottsdale.
Patrick Bailey provided a highlight with a solo home run in the fourth, while 13 different Giants recorded hits.
For the Reds, Noelvi Cruz drove in their only run with a sacrifice fly. Nick Martinez started and impressed with two scoreless innings and three strikeouts.
Cubs Edge Rangers with Late Comeback
Chicago erased a 5-0 deficit to defeat Texas 6-5 in Mesa, thanks to a tiebreaking RBI groundout by Reese McGuire in the eighth.
Pete Crow-Armstrong went 3-for-3 and Jonathon Long drove in two with a single.
For Texas, Trevor Hauver continued his hot streak with a home run in his second straight game.
Mariners’ 17-Hit Attack Overwhelms Diamondbacks
Seattle pounded out 17 hits in an 11-5 rout of Arizona in Peoria.
Ben Williamson led the way, finishing 2-for-2 with two RBIs, while Julio Rodríguez added an RBI.
Diamondbacks starter Tommy Henry struggled, giving up four runs on five hits in just 1 1/3 innings.
