Dansby Swanson hit a grand slam to cap an eight-run sixth inning, and the Chicago Cubs had eight stolen bases – their most in a game in more than 100 years -- on the way to an 18-8 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Swanson’s slam came off Domingo German, was the third of the shortstop’s nine-year career and pushed the Cubs’ lead to 9-2. The Cubs last had eight steals in … [Read more...] about Dansby Swanson hits slam, Cubs steal eight bases and pound out 21 hits in an 18-8 win over Pirates
Archives for August 2024
Texans at a crossroads with roster cuts regarding receiver room
By Tuesday at 3 p.m., the Houston Texans will have finalized their 53-man roster for the 2024 season. By 3:01 p.m. Tuesday, 31 other franchises could be in line to land a starting-caliber receiver thanks to the depth among Houston’s pass-catchers. “I feel really good about the room that we have,” Texans coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday. “Of course, the top three guys that we have … [Read more...] about Texans at a crossroads with roster cuts regarding receiver room
Game 130 Thread. August 26, 2024, 5:40 CT. Astros @ Phillies
Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports Blanco goes in Game One in Philly … [Read more...] about Game 130 Thread. August 26, 2024, 5:40 CT. Astros @ Phillies
Astros Blow It in Extras Yet Again. Lose to Phillies 3-2 in Ten Innings
Phillies first base Bryce Harper (3) celebrates his walk-off single with teammates against the Houston Astros | Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports One for ten with runners in scoring position wrecks another great starting performance by the Astros’ rotation. Lack of clutch hitting has plagued the Astros way too often this year, and it cost them dearly once again tonight. … [Read more...] about Astros Blow It in Extras Yet Again. Lose to Phillies 3-2 in Ten Innings
Ryan McMahon’s homer lifts Rockies to 3-2 win over Marlins
Ryan McMahon hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth inning, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Miami Marlins 3-2 in a matchup of the National League’s worst teams. Colorado and Miami are both rebuilding and fielded lineups featuring young players. Griffin Conine, the son of former Marlins franchise icon Jeff Conine, made his major league debut as a pinch-hitter in the fifth … [Read more...] about Ryan McMahon’s homer lifts Rockies to 3-2 win over Marlins