Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update

Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update

July 24, 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." This is Dillon from Big Dill Sports, here to bring you the latest and greatest from the world of baseball. Let's dive right into the action!

Starting off in LA, where Freddie Freeman delivered an electrifying two-run walk-off single, powering the Dodgers over the Twins 4-3. Mookie Betts set the stage with an infield single, followed by an intentional walk to the unstoppable Shohei Ohtani, who's been on a homer binge—five games straight and counting, with 37 this season. Tyler Glasnow was on fire, striking out 12 over seven innings.

In Phoenix, the Astros completed a thrilling sweep of the Diamondbacks with Christian Walker's ninth-inning heroics. Walker, against his former team, sealed a 4-3 victory. Brandon Walter was sensational through seven innings, and Josh Hader locked in his 27th save. Despite a strong performance from Arizona’s Geraldo Perdomo, Houston’s late rally proved too much.

On to Washington, where Nick Lodolo was in peak form, pitching a gem for the Reds—a complete game shutout—and leading his team to a 5-0 win over the Nationals. Jake Fraley and Santiago Espinal contributed key hits, and Lodolo’s dominance kept Cincinnati’s streak of avoiding sweeps alive.

In Miami, Sandy Alcantara shone for the Marlins in their 3-2 triumph over the Padres. Alcantara delivered seven stellar innings, while Jesus Sanchez’s two-run homer in the fifth was the difference-maker. Despite some early struggles, the Marlins held firm, with Calvin Faucher securing the win with his ninth save.

The Pirates roared over the Tigers 6-1, thanks to Spencer Horwitz's mighty grand slam, his first career shot. Horwitz was a powerhouse, going 7-for-12 in the series. Bailey Falter pitched seven scoreless innings, cementing the Pirates' sweep.

In New York, Pete Alonso broke out of his slump with a massive three-run homer, helping the Mets sweep the Angels with a 6-3 win. Francisco Lindor ended an 0-for-31 drought, contributing two crucial RBI singles. It was a team effort that propelled the Mets to their fourth sweep of the season.

Rookie Tanner Gordon had a debut to remember, leading the Rockies to a 6-0 victory over the Cardinals with six scoreless innings at Coors Field. Ezequiel Tovar added to the fun with a solo homer, and Colorado notched its first home shutout in a whopping 220 games.

The Guardians, meanwhile, rallied late to edge the Orioles 3-2. Steven Kwan’s clutch RBI single in the eighth secured the win, with Cleveland now back in wild-card contention after a rough patch.

Turning to Toronto, Chris Bassitt and Bo Bichette led the Blue Jays past the Yankees 8-4. Despite Aaron Judge’s two-run blast, errors plagued the Yankees, allowing Toronto to capitalize and take the game.

In Texas, Jacob deGrom picked up his 10th win, guiding the Rangers over the A’s 6-2. Corey Seager added a three-run homer, and deGrom’s nine strikeouts kept Oakland at bay.

Finally, in a thrilling finish, Carlos Narváez powered the Red Sox past the Phillies in an 11-inning showdown, 9-8. Narváez’s two-run blast crowned a remarkable comeback after trailing 5-0, with Romy Gonzalez's earlier grand slam setting the scene.

Now, for our player spotlight, today's "big dill" is none other than Shohei Ohtani. Five consecutive games homering and leading the National League—it’s performances like these that make Ohtani a true game-changer.

That's all for today’s episode of "Daily Double Play." Keep swinging for the fences, and I'll catch you in the next inning at Big Dill Sports. Stay tuned for more updates and insights. Thanks for tuning in!

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