Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update
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Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: Daily MLB news. Game scores, highlights and general news
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Welcome to "Daily Double Play: Your MLB Update" on Big Dill Sports! I’m your host, Dillon, bringing you the latest from the diamond. Let's dive into the scores and key highlights from Thursday, September 25, 2025.
Kicking things off with the Pirates and Reds, it was a nail-biter. The Reds edged out a 2-1 win, thanks to a game-saving catch by Noelvi Marte in the ninth. Pitcher Nick Lodolo was sensational with 12 strikeouts.
Over in Baltimore, the Orioles pulled off a dramatic comeback to walk off the Rays 6-5, courtesy of Dylan Beavers' solo homer. Talk about a thrilling home finale for the O's!
In Minnesota, Byron Buxton was on fire! He hit two homers and drove in all of the Twins’ runs in their 4-0 victory over the Rangers. Bailey Ober also deserves a nod, tossing six scoreless innings.
The Dodgers made headlines by clinching the National League West after shutting out the Diamondbacks 8-0. Freddie Freeman and Shohei Ohtani went yard, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto pitched superbly to secure their home-field advantage.
Philadelphia's Walker Buehler and Taijuan Walker combined for a shutout against Miami, sealing a 1-0 win and ending the Marlins' postseason hopes. Alec Bohm's RBI groundout was all the Phillies needed.
The Yankees held strong in their division race, beating the White Sox 5-3. The evening's hero? Giancarlo Stanton, with a pivotal three-run double. Carlos Rodón notched win number 18.
Moving to Toronto, Daulton Varsho's grand slam was the highlight in their 6-1 rout over the Red Sox. With this win, the Blue Jays remain tied with the Yankees atop the AL East.
In Kansas City, Bobby Witt Jr. led the Royals to a 9-4 victory over the Angels, going 4-for-5 with two doubles. His performance, alongside Vinnie Pasquantino’s homer, capped a strong team effort.
Shifting gears to the Mets, they maintained their wild-card lead, defeating the Cubs 8-5. Brett Baty and Francisco Lindor provided the power, while rookie Nolan McLean impressed with 11 strikeouts.
Now let's spotlight a player who’s a real ‘big dill’ today: Byron Buxton. His two-home-run game wasn't just a standout performance; it powered the Twins to clinch a crucial shutout win. Hats off to Buxton!
Rounding things out, let’s check on the playoff picture. The Dodgers are solidly in the playoffs after their victory tonight. In the AL East, it's a tight race with the Yankees and Blue Jays neck-and-neck at 91-68. And in the wild-card scramble, the Reds are just half a game behind the Mets.
That wraps up our dive into the MLB action. Thanks for tuning in to Big Dill Sports. Join me next time for more highlights, scores, and everything in between. Stay safe, stay sporty, and as always, keep swinging!
Catch you next time!
## MLB Scores: September 25, 2025
Here are the final scores from all 12 Major League Baseball games played on Thursday, September 25, 2025 (times Pacific Daylight Time):
• Pirates 1, Reds 2
• Rays 5, Orioles 6
• Twins 4, Rangers 0
• Astros 11, Athletics 5
• Dodgers 8, Diamondbacks 0
• Marlins 0, Phillies 1
• Tigers 4, Guardians 2
• White Sox 3, Yankees 5
• Red Sox 1, Blue Jays 6
• Mets 8, Cubs 5
• Royals 9, Angels 4
• Rockies 2, Mariners 6
## Key Game Highlights
Twins’ Buxton Powers Shutout Win
Byron Buxton hit two home runs, including a leadoff shot and a three–run blast in the eighth inning, to drive all four runs in Minnesota’s 4–0 win over Texas. Starter Bailey Ober spun six scoreless innings with five strikeouts, and the bullpen combined to finish the shutout, marking Ober’s first zero–run outing in 27 starts this season ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/byron-buxton-bailey-ober-carry-twins-over-rangers-4-0--flm-2025-09-25/?utm_source=openai)).
Dodgers Clinch NL West with Shutout
The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their 12th National League West title in 13 years by blanking the Arizona Diamondbacks 8–0 in Phoenix. Freddie Freeman crushed two homers, Shohei Ohtani added his 54th of the year, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts. The win secured home‐field advantage for the wild-card series ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-clinch-nl-west-crown-with-shutout-diamondbacks--flm-2025-09-25/?utm_source=openai)).
Orioles Walk It Off in Home Finale
Dylan Beavers smashed a walk-off solo home run on the first pitch of the ninth to cap a dramatic 6–5 comeback over the Tampa Bay Rays. Baltimore rallied from a 5–2 deficit, with Coby Mayo tying the game in the eighth via a two‐run homer. Keegan Akin earned the win with a clean ninth, while Rays reliever Kevin Kelly took the loss ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/dylan-beavers-hr-caps-late-rally-orioles-upend-rays--flm-2025-09-25/?utm_source=openai)).
Phillies’ Combined Shutout Eliminates Marlins
Walker Buehler and Taijuan Walker combined for seven scoreless innings as the Philadelphia Phillies edged the Miami Marlins 1–0. Alec Bohm’s first–inning RBI groundout provided the lone run. Buehler struck out two over five frames, Walker added two scoreless, and David Robertson closed it out after a rain delay, eliminating Miami from postseason contention ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/walker-buehler-phillies-snuff-out-marlins-slim-playoff-hopes--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
Reds’ Marte Robs Late Homer to Secure Win
Noelvi Marte made a game‐saving catch at the right-field wall in the ninth to preserve Cincinnati’s 2–1 victory over Pittsburgh, moving the Reds within half a game of the final NL wild‐card spot. Nick Lodolo struck out 12 in 6⅓ scoreless innings before exiting with a groin injury, and Emilio Pagán earned his 30th save ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/reds-nip-pirates-now-half-game-out-3rd-nl-wild-card--flm-2025-09-25/?utm_source=openai)).
Yankees Keep Pace with Stanton’s Heroics
Giancarlo Stanton delivered a three‐run double in the fifth inning as the New York Yankees rallied from a 3–1 deficit to beat the Chicago White Sox 5–3. Carlos Rodón earned his 18th win, Aaron Judge drew two intentional walks to extend his AL-leading total to 36, and David Bednar closed out the game for his 26th save ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/giancarlo-stantons-3-run-double-keeps-yankees-tied-first--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
Blue Jays Snap Red Sox with Grand Slam
Daulton Varsho’s sixth–inning grand slam keyed Toronto’s 6–1 victory over Boston, keeping the Blue Jays tied with New York atop the AL East. George Springer added a two‐run homer in the same inning. Toronto’s bullpen combined for eight scoreless frames, while Brayan Bello took the loss for the Red Sox ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/daulton-varsho-blasts-grand-slam-jays-upend-red-sox--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
Mets Maintain Wild-Card Lead with Power Display
Brett Baty’s three-run homer and Francisco Lindor’s solo shot propelled the New York Mets to an 8–5 win over the Chicago Cubs, preserving their slim edge for the final NL wild-card berth. Rookie Nolan McLean struck out a career-high 11 over 5⅓ innings, and Edwin Diaz recorded his 28th save ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/mets-ride-2-homers-win-over-cubs-retain-wild-card-edge--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
Royals’ Late Surge Downs Angels
Bobby Witt Jr. went 4-for-5 with two doubles, and Vinnie Pasquantino homered and drove in three as Kansas City rallied to beat the Los Angeles Angels 9–4. Salvador Perez added a three-run double in the ninth. Michael Lorenzen pitched 5⅔ innings of two-run ball with nine strikeouts ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/bobby-witt-jrs-four-hits-help-royals-take-down-angels--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
Tigers Snap Skid, Knot Guardians
The Detroit Tigers snapped an eight-game losing streak by topping the Cleveland Guardians 4–2, drawing even atop the AL Central. Jahmai Jones, Wenceel Pérez, and Riley Greene all homered, and six Tigers pitchers combined on a five-hitter. Will Vest notched his 22nd save as Detroit secured the third AL wild-card spot ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/tigers-halt-skid-knot-guardians-first-place-al-central--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
## Standings & Playoff Picture
• National League West: Dodgers clinched with Thursday’s win, finishing 90-69 for their 12th title in 13 years ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-clinch-nl-west-crown-with-shutout-diamondbacks--flm-2025-09-25/?utm_source=openai)).
• American League West: Mariners clinched the division Tuesday but extended home win streak to 11 games overall ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/mlb-roundup-dodgers-blank-d-backs-seal-nl-west-title--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
• AL East race: Yankees and Blue Jays sit tied at 91-68; Toronto holds the tiebreaker and hosts Tampa Bay this weekend ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/giancarlo-stantons-3-run-double-keeps-yankees-tied-first--flm-2025-09-26/?utm_source=openai)).
• Wild-card races: Reds (81-78) trail Mets (82-77) by ½ game in NL; Astros (85-74) sit one game behind Tigers/Guardians (86-73) for final AL spot ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/reds-nip-pirates-now-half-game-out-3rd-nl-wild-card--flm-2025-09-25/?utm_source=openai)).
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