MSB Results – August 16, 2025
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Madmen Edge Bums 6-5 in Epic 16-Inning MarathonMINUTE MAID PARK - In a game that stretched deep into the night, Edman delivered the game-winning walk-off hit in the 16th inning to cap an extraordinary 6-5 victory for the Madmen over the Bums. The marathon contest featured multiple lead changes, clutch late-inning heroics, and stellar relief pitching from both sides. Doyle opened the scoring with a solo homer in the first inning, but the game remained tight throughout regulation. The Bums tied it 3-3 in the ninth inning on Torres' RBI single before both teams traded runs in extra innings. De Los Santos earned the victory with 2.2 scoreless innings of relief, while Liberatore picked up his second save. The game lasted over 5 hours and featured 235 pitches thrown by the Madmen staff. "That's what playoff baseball looks like," said Madmen manager after the marathon victory. "Both teams left everything on the field tonight."
Final: Madmen 6, Bums 5 (16 innings)📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600170.htm)
Thunder Dominate Sea Wolves 7-2 Behind Six-Run First InningTRUIST PARK - The Thunder exploded for six runs in the bottom of the first inning and cruised to a convincing 7-2 victory over the Sea Wolves. The hosts took control early with a barrage of hits, highlighted by Arcia's two-run homer that capped the decisive rally. Williams earned his first win of the season with five strong innings, allowing just one unearned run while striking out eight batters. The Sea Wolves managed single runs in the first and eighth innings but couldn't generate enough offense against the dominant Thunder pitching staff. Nimmo drove in two runs during the first-inning explosion, while Arozarena and Solano also contributed key RBIs in the victory.
Final: Thunder 7, Sea Wolves 2📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600020.htm)
Miners Rally Past Rougarou 7-4 with Late Power DisplayYANKEE STADIUM - The Miners overcame an early deficit with a powerful late-game surge, highlighted by back-to-back home runs from Bregman and solo shots from Pasquantino and Peralta to defeat the Rougarou 7-4. Bregman was the star of the night, going deep twice and driving in three runs to lead the comeback effort. The Rougarou jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first inning on Lopez's RBI double and Ramirez's single, then extended their advantage to 4-2 with two more runs in the fifth. But the Miners responded with authority, scoring three times in the sixth inning to take the lead for good. Rodgers capped the rally with a two-run homer that proved to be the game-winner. Lynn picked up his first victory despite allowing four runs, while Duran earned his first save with two scoreless innings of relief.
Final: Miners 7, Rougarou 4📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600040.htm)
Sweets Edge Rum Runners 4-2 in Rain-Delayed ContestGREAT AMERICAN BALL PARK - Call's pinch-hit home run in the eighth inning proved to be the difference as the Sweets defeated the Rum Runners 4-2 in a game delayed 28 minutes by rain. The contest remained scoreless through six innings before both teams finally broke through in the late going. Schwarber put the Rum Runners on the board first with a solo homer in the fourth, but the Sweets answered with single runs in the seventh and eighth to take control. The decisive rally came in the eighth when Call connected for a solo blast, followed by Vientos' two-run single that gave the hosts a commanding lead. Minter earned the victory with two innings of relief, while the loss went to Alvarado. The wet field conditions created challenging playing conditions throughout the night, but both teams battled through adversity in the pitcher-friendly environment.
Final: Sweets 4, Rum Runners 2📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600070.htm)
Argonauts Blank Hammers 3-0 Behind Stellar PitchingPNC PARK - Nelson and three relievers combined to shut out the Hammers 3-0 in a rain-delayed game that showcased dominant pitching from the Argonauts. The contest was interrupted by rain for 67 minutes but the home team never lost focus, scoring single runs in the second and eighth innings to secure the victory. Reynolds provided the offensive spark with two doubles, while Devers and Rodriguez drove in the crucial runs. The Hammers managed just three hits against the stellar Argonauts pitching staff, with Nelson working 5.2 scoreless innings to earn his seventh win. Munoz closed out the victory for his 17th save of the season. The wet field conditions made for treacherous playing conditions, but the Argonauts defense handled the challenging circumstances flawlessly.
Final: Argonauts 3, Hammers 0📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600080.htm)
Rattlers Rally Past Dogs 7-3 with Strong Offensive DisplayCITI FIELD - Brown's two-run double highlighted a five-run seventh inning as the Rattlers rallied from an early deficit to defeat the Dogs 7-3. The visitors trailed 2-1 entering the fourth inning before exploding for three runs to take control of the contest. Abrams capped the scoring with a solo homer in the eighth inning, finishing with three hits and three RBIs in the victory. The Dogs got strong performances from Arraez (four hits) and Ohtani (two hits, two stolen bases), but couldn't maintain their early momentum. Hicks earned his third win despite struggling early, while the Dogs' Peralta took the loss after allowing five runs through five innings. The victory was a testament to the Rattlers' persistent offensive approach, as they collected 10 hits and drew five walks in the winning effort.
Final: Rattlers 7, Dogs 3📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600090.htm)
Yetis Storm Back to Beat ACL's 8-6 with Late HeroicsT-MOBILE PARK - Judge's two home runs powered a dramatic comeback as the Yetis overcame a 6-0 deficit to defeat the ACL's 8-6. The visitors jumped out to a commanding early lead with Raley's three-run homer and Soto's three-run blast in the first two innings, but the Yetis refused to fold. Judge sparked the rally with a solo homer in the second, then added a three-run blast in the third to cut the deficit to 6-5. Freeman's RBI single in the sixth proved to be the game-winner, capping a remarkable comeback effort. The victory was sealed when Neris worked out of trouble in the ninth inning for his third save. "This is the kind of character win that can define a season," said Yetis manager after the dramatic victory. Grove earned the win with 1.1 scoreless innings of relief.
Final: Yetis 8, ACL's 6📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600140.htm)
Koi Edge Robots 5-4 in Walk-Off ThrillerNATIONALS PARK - Lopez delivered the game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the eighth inning as the Koi rallied past the Robots 5-4 in a back-and-forth battle. The contest featured multiple lead changes and clutch hitting from both sides under partly cloudy skies. Lindor's two-run homer in the sixth inning helped erase an early deficit, while Cronenworth added a solo shot in the seventh to keep pace. The Robots took a 4-2 lead into the seventh inning behind strong pitching from Flaherty, but the Koi responded with three runs over the final two innings to complete the comeback. Sanchez's RBI double in the eighth set up Lopez's heroic game-winner. Hodge earned his second victory with two innings of relief, while Kerkering took the loss after allowing two runs in the eighth. The victory capped a thrilling night of baseball at Nationals Park.
Final: Koi 5, Robots 4📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600150.htm)
Landlubbers Edge Brewers 2-0 in Extra-Inning Pitchers' DuelBUSCH STADIUM - Edman's clutch two-run double in the 10th inning broke a scoreless tie and lifted the Landlubbers to a 2-0 victory over the Brewers in a classic pitchers' duel. Both teams struggled to generate offense through nine innings, with stellar starting performances from Brown and Schwellenbach keeping the game deadlocked. The breakthrough finally came in the 10th when Edman delivered with runners in scoring position, driving home both runs to secure the victory. Brown was outstanding for the visitors, working six scoreless innings while allowing just four hits. Estrada picked up the win with three scoreless frames, while Iglesias earned his 26th save. The Brewers managed just five hits against the dominant Landlubbers pitching staff in the frustrating loss. "Sometimes you just have to tip your cap to good pitching," said Brewers manager after the defeat.
Final: Landlubbers 2, Brewers 0 (10 innings)📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600190.htm)
Auk Rout Kraken 9-2 Behind Nine-Run Fourth Inning ExplosionORACLE PARK - The Auk exploded for nine runs in the fourth inning to turn a close game into a rout, defeating the Kraken 9-2 in front of 14-mph winds at Oracle Park. The decisive rally featured a grand slam from Winker and multiple clutch hits that broke the game wide open. Correa and Ozuna each drove in two runs during the historic inning that sent the home crowd into a frenzy. O'Neill provided the lone bright spot for the Kraken with a solo homer in the sixth, but it was far too little against the dominant Auk offense. Hurter earned his second victory with five solid innings, allowing just one run while keeping the Kraken off balance. The victory was a complete team effort for the Auk, who collected 11 hits and took advantage of every opportunity presented. Wacha took the loss after struggling through 3.2 innings for the visitors.
Final: Auk 9, Kraken 2📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2025/2024081600200.htm)
📈 Statistical HighlightsHome Run Leaders:• Bregman (2 HRs, 3 RBIs), Judge (2 HRs, 4 RBIs), Doyle (21st HR), Abrams (17th HR), Garver (11th HR), Raley (17th HR), Soto (23rd HR), Lindor (24th HR), Cronenworth (11th HR), Winker (grand slam), O'Neill (10th HR), Schwarber (28th HR), Call (2nd HR)
Multi-Hit Performances:• Arraez (4 hits), Bregman (2 hits, 3 RBIs), Judge (4 hits, 4 RBIs), Reynolds (2 doubles), O'Hearn (4 hits), Torres (2 hits, 2 RBIs), Correa (2 hits), Winker (2 hits, 4 RBIs), and 8 others with two hits
Pitching Gems:• Williams (5 IP, 1 ER), Nelson (5.2 IP, 0 ER), Brown (6 IP, 0 ER), Schwellenbach (8 IP, 0 ER), Hurter (5 IP, 1 ER), Lynn (6 IP, 4 ER)
Extra-Inning Drama:• Madmen defeated Bums 6-5 in 16 innings in marathon contest
• Landlubbers edged Brewers 2-0 in 10 innings on Edman's clutch double
Weather Conditions:• 28-minute rain delay at Great American Ball Park for Sweets-Rum Runners
• 67-minute rain delay at PNC Park affected Argonauts-Hammers game
• 14-mph winds at Oracle Park for Auk-Kraken contest
• Clear conditions at most other venues with temperatures ranging from 54-92°F
Save Situations:• Iglesias (26th save), Liberatore (2nd save), Duran (1st save), Minter (2-0 record), Munoz (17th save), Yates (16th save), Neris (3rd save)
Notable Achievements:• Madmen-Bums 16-inning game was longest of the season
• Auk's nine-run fourth inning marked biggest single-inning explosion
• Multiple weather-affected contests created challenging playing conditions
• Six games decided by two runs or fewer, showcasing competitive balance