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Rojas hits 3 home runs, Dbacks outslug Cubs in HR derby 10-6
Read full article: Rojas hits 3 home runs, Dbacks outslug Cubs in HR derby 10-6Josh Rojas launched his first three longballs of the season and the Arizona Diamondbacks powered past the Chicago Cubs 10-6 in a game of home run derby at Wrigley Field.
Diamondbacks score twice after error to beat Dodgers 3-1
Read full article: Diamondbacks score twice after error to beat Dodgers 3-1Zac Gallen pitched six scoreless innings and the Arizona Diamondbacks scored two runs after Max Muncyโs throwing error in the eighth inning to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-1.
Arenado buzzed, frustrated Mets brawl with Cardinals in loss
Read full article: Arenado buzzed, frustrated Mets brawl with Cardinals in lossThe New York Metsโ hit-by-pitch frustrations boiled over when reliever Yoan Lรณpez threw a pitch near Nolan Arenadoโs head, sparking a benches-clearing brawl that led to Arenadoโs ejection in the St. Louis Cardinalsโ 10-5 victory.
Alcantara homers, D-Backs finally beat Mets in New York
Read full article: Alcantara homers, D-Backs finally beat Mets in New YorkSergio Alcantara snapped a scoreless tie with a two-run homer in the seventh inning, Ketel Marte added an RBI double and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the New York Mets 3-2.
Wade, Giants beat D-backs in 9th, hold 2-game NL West edge
Read full article: Wade, Giants beat D-backs in 9th, hold 2-game NL West edgeLaMonte Wade Jr. singled home the winning run with one out in the ninth inning and the San Francisco Giants held their two-game lead in the NL West by beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4.
Kelly helps D-backs end 17-game skid, beat Brewers 5-1
Read full article: Kelly helps D-backs end 17-game skid, beat Brewers 5-1Merrill Kelly pitched seven effective innings, Ketel Marte had two hits and the Arizona Diamondbacks finally snapped a 17-game losing streak by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 on Monday night.
D-backs lose 21st straight road game, blow 7-run lead at SF
Read full article: D-backs lose 21st straight road game, blow 7-run lead at SFThe Arizona Diamondbacks blew a seven-run lead and lost their 21st straight road game, one short of the major league record, when Mike Yastrzemski hit a grand slam in the eighth inning that lifted the San Francisco Giants to a 9-8 victory.
Laureano says Astros coach insulted mother, sparking fracas
Read full article: Laureano says Astros coach insulted mother, sparking fracasLaureano said Monday he regrets charging toward Houston's dugout to fight Cintrn after the two exchanged words during the seventh inning of a game Sunday in Oakland. Speaking before a game against the Los Angeles Angels, Laureano said Cintrn began jawing at him when Laureano reacted angrily after being hit by a pitch from Houston rookie Humberto Castellanos. I should have kept my cool because I wasted my time with that guy, Laureano said. They exchanged words in Spanish, and Cintrn emerged from the dugout and appeared to challenge Laureano to fight. Laureano threw off his helmet and sprinted toward Cintrn but was tackled by Astros catcher Dustin Garneau en route.
AP Source: Astros coach faces 20-game suspension, Laureano 6
Read full article: AP Source: Astros coach faces 20-game suspension, Laureano 6In addition, Athletics outfielder Ramon Laureano will receive a six-game suspension and a fine, the person said, speaking on condition of anonymity because Major League Baseball hadn't made a formal announcement and was still finalizing the details. Laureano was hit by a pitch from Humberto Castellanos with one out in the seventh inning of Oakland's 7-2 victory Sunday. Astros catcher Dustin Garneau tackled Laureano before the As outfielder got to the hitting coach. Laureano is a former Astros player and the rival clubs have been the top two in the AL West the past two years. A's pitcher Mike Fiers, another former Houston player, revealed the Astros' sign-stealing scandal in November to The Athletic.
LEADING OFF: A's try for 10th win in row, wait for MLB word
Read full article: LEADING OFF: A's try for 10th win in row, wait for MLB wordLaureano charged toward Houston bench coach lex Cintrn after being hit by a pitch Sunday at the Coliseum. The skirmish came months after Houstons sign-stealing scandal was brought to light by Oakland pitcher Mike Fiers. Less than two weeks ago, Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly was suspended by MLB for eight game after throwing two pitches near the heads of Houston hitter. NEW NESTVladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Blue Jays might take a look around their new home for the rest of the season -- thatll be Sahlen Field in Buffalo. There have been 27 games postponed by Major League Baseball because of the coronavirus, 13 of them involving the Cardinals.
Astros, Athletics clear benches as rivals' tempers flare
Read full article: Astros, Athletics clear benches as rivals' tempers flareOakland's Ramon Laureano was hit by a pitch from Humberto Castellanos with one out in the seventh. He began exchanging words with Astros hitting coach Alex Cintron, then left first base, threw down his batting helmet and began sprinting toward Cintron. Astros catcher Dustin Garneau tackled Laureano before the A's outfielder got to the hitting coach. AL West-leading Oakland led 6-2 at the time and was riding an eight-game winning streak. The three-time reigning division champion Astros were riding a four-game losing streak.
Astros, A's clear benches, empty seats; Oak wins 9th in row
Read full article: Astros, A's clear benches, empty seats; Oak wins 9th in rowThe Athletics' ninth straight win was far overshadowed by what erupted in the seventh inning at the Coliseum. Astros catcher Dustin Garneau tackled Laureano before the As outfielder reached Cintron, and a wild scene ensued. A's and Astros players who were sitting in the seats, observing COVID-19 social-distancing protocols, also rushed onto the field. The Astros have won the past three division crowns, a World Series in 2017 and AL pennant last year. TRAINERS ROOMAstros: CF George Springer resumed hitting work in the batting cage but was still listed as day to day by Baker.