Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update

Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update

July 15, 2025 • Sports

Hosted by Big Dill

About This Episode

Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: Daily MLB news. Game scores, highlights and general news

Transcript

Welcome to "Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update" on Big Dill Sports. I’m Dillon, your host, ready to dive into the action-packed final day before the All-Star break. We had a full slate of 15 games across the leagues, and oh boy, was it exciting! From remarkable homers to nail-biting finishes, let's break it down.

In the American League, the Red Sox extended their winning streak to 10 games with a 4-1 victory over the Rays. Ceddanne Rafaela hit a clutch two-run homer, and Brayan Bello delivered over six innings of solid pitching. Meanwhile, the Rangers bested the Astros 5-1 as Nathan Eovaldi shone on the mound.

Over in Detroit, the Mariners rallied in the ninth with Jorge Polanco's solo shot and a strong finish by Julio Rodriguez, beating the Tigers 8-4. In a thrilling extra-innings battle, the Guardians edged the White Sox 6-5, thanks to Steven Kwan’s walk-off sac fly.

The Brewers kept their streak alive, beating the Nationals 8-1 with Freddy Peralta's dominant pitching. And in Oakland, the Athletics' bats powered them to a 6-3 win over the Blue Jays, with home runs aplenty.

Shifting to the National League, the Cubs took down the Yankees 4-1 with Shota Imanaga’s stellar seven innings and Michael Busch's leadoff homer. Terry Francona celebrated his 2,000th managerial win as the Reds defeated the Rockies 4-2, with TJ Friedl leading the offensive charge.

The Marlins crushed the Orioles 11-1, highlighted by Kyle Stowers’ incredible three-homer game. Meanwhile, in Kansas City, the Royals walked off the Mets 3-2, thanks to Nick Loftin's ninth-inning single.

The Phillies squeezed past the Padres 2-1, while the Pirates claimed a 2-1 victory over the Twins on Spencer Horwitz’s clutch groundout. And despite rain delays, the Cardinals edged the Braves 5-4.

In San Francisco, the Dodgers triumphed over the Giants 5-2 in 11 innings, thanks to some timely hitting, while the Diamondbacks defeated the Angels 5-1, led by Merrill Kelly’s sharp pitching.

Now, let’s talk about the Home Run Derby. At Truist Park, Cal Raleigh from the Mariners captured the crown, smashing a total of 54 homers throughout the event. He outperformed Junior Caminero in the final with an impressive 18-15 victory, capping an extraordinary power display. Raleigh's performance, including his switch-hitting skills, leads him into the All-Star break as one of the league’s standout sluggers.

Before we wrap up, I need to highlight today's ‘big dill,’ and that's none other than Cal Raleigh. His triumph in the Derby, along with 38 homers this season, truly makes him a 'big deal' heading into the second half.

As we gear up for the All-Star Game, the Astros and Yankees lead their leagues in wins, while the Red Sox ride their impressive winning streak. Teams like the Cubs, Guardians, and Mariners are picking up momentum too.

That's it for "Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update." Enjoy the All-Star festivities, and we’ll catch you with more baseball updates soon on Big Dill Sports. Stay tuned!

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