September 2
MSB Results – September 2, 2024
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Kraken Explode for Five in Eighth to Stun Sweets 8-3 After Rain Delay
GREAT AMERICAN BALL PARK - Harris delivered the knockout blow with a three-run homer in the eighth inning as the Kraken overcame a 3-1 deficit to defeat the Sweets 8-3 in a game delayed 76 minutes by rain. The contest was scoreless through three innings before Tucker's three-run homer in the fourth gave the Sweets a 3-1 lead that looked secure until the Kraken's explosive eighth-inning rally.
The fireworks began when O'Neill drew a walk with the bases loaded, setting the stage for Harris's mammoth blast that cleared the left field wall and gave the Kraken a 6-3 advantage. Suzuki added a solo shot immediately after to extend the lead to 7-3. The comeback was made possible by Bogaerts, who reached base four times and scored three runs, constantly creating havoc on the basepaths. "That's the kind of offensive explosion that can change your whole season," said Kraken manager after the victory. "When we get hot, we can really put up some numbers." Rogers earned the win with 1.2 scoreless innings of relief work.
Final: Kraken 8, Sweets 3
Brewers Pound Rougarou 8-1 Behind Offensive Barrage
BUSCH STADIUM - Gilbert fired seven strong innings and the Brewers exploded for 12 hits to demolish the Rougarou 8-1 in a dominant performance at Busch Stadium. The Brewers broke the game open with a three-run fourth inning highlighted by Kelenic's two-run double and Marte's RBI single, then added insurance runs throughout the contest.
Lowe was the offensive star with three doubles, driving in two runs and consistently threatening from the leadoff spot. Altuve and Rooker also contributed key RBIs as the Brewers built an insurmountable lead. Chisholm provided the lone bright spot for the Rougarou with a solo homer in the third, but Singer struggled badly, lasting only three innings while allowing four earned runs. "We swung the bats really well today," said Brewers manager. "When Gilbert gives us seven quality innings like that, we're tough to beat." The victory improved Gilbert's record to 15-10 on the season.
Final: Brewers 8, Rougarou 1
Argonauts Hold Off Late Rattlers Rally 7-5
PNC PARK - Alvarez drove in a run and De La Cruz scored twice as the Argonauts withstood a late comeback attempt to defeat the Rattlers 7-5 in an offensive battle. The Argonauts jumped out to a 6-2 lead through five innings behind steady offensive pressure, but the Rattlers made things interesting with Polanco's two home runs providing most of their offense.
The key sequence came in the fourth inning when the Argonauts scored three times to break the game open, with Alvarez's single and solid contact throughout the lineup building an early cushion. Polanco kept the Rattlers in the game with solo shots in the fourth and sixth innings, showing impressive power in both at-bats. Ryan earned the victory despite allowing five earned runs over 5.2 innings, benefiting from his team's offensive support. "We had to weather their comeback, but our early offense gave us enough cushion," said Argonauts manager. Doval earned his second save with a perfect ninth inning.
Final: Argonauts 7, Rattlers 5
Thunder Beat Landlubbers 4-2 Behind Steele's Strong Outing
TRUIST PARK - Steele worked 6.1 effective innings and the Thunder held off a late rally to defeat the Landlubbers 4-2 in a well-played contest at Truist Park. The Thunder took control early with a run in the first inning and never trailed, building their lead methodically with timely hitting and solid pitching.
Ramirez sparked the offense with two runs scored and two stolen bases, constantly creating pressure on the basepaths. McCann contributed two doubles and an RBI, providing key offensive production from the bottom of the lineup. The Landlubbers made it interesting in the seventh when Edman homered to cut the deficit to 4-2, but Miller closed it out with a perfect ninth for his second save. "Steele gave us exactly what we needed," said Thunder manager. "He kept them off balance all night and gave our bullpen a chance to close it out." The victory improved the Thunder's playoff positioning as they continue their push for October baseball.
Final: Thunder 4, Landlubbers 2
Miners Shut Out Hammers 6-0 Behind Dominant Pitching
YANKEE STADIUM - Suarez threw seven scoreless innings and Pasquantino homered as the Miners blanked the Hammers 6-0 in a masterful pitching performance. The Miners took control early with single runs in the first and second innings, then broke the game open with a four-run rally in the eighth highlighted by Pasquantino's two-run blast.
Mullins was a constant threat at the top of the lineup, stealing three bases and scoring twice while creating havoc on the basepaths. The Hammers managed just five hits against the dominant Miners pitching staff and couldn't generate any sustained offensive pressure. Lowder took the loss in his first major league decision, struggling with his command throughout his five-inning outing. "Ranger was outstanding tonight," said Miners manager. "When he commands the zone like that, we're going to win a lot of games." Duran closed it out with two perfect innings to preserve the shutout.
Final: Miners 6, Hammers 0
Sea Wolves Edge Dogs 3-2 Behind Stallings' Heroics
CITI FIELD - Stallings delivered a clutch three-run homer in the seventh inning to break open a scoreless game and lead the Sea Wolves to a 3-2 victory over the Dogs on wet field conditions. The contest remained scoreless through six innings as both starters dominated, but Stallings changed everything with one swing of the bat.
Bradish was outstanding for the Sea Wolves, working seven innings while allowing just three hits and striking out eight. The veteran right-hander kept the Dogs off balance with his command and location throughout his outing. Devers provided the lone bright spot for the Dogs with a two-run homer in the sixth, but they couldn't generate enough offense against the stellar Sea Wolves pitching. Hader earned his 15th save with 1.2 perfect innings of relief. "Bradish set the tone early and Stallings came through when we needed him most," said Sea Wolves manager. The victory was crucial for their playoff hopes.
Final: Sea Wolves 3, Dogs 2
Yetis Blank Madmen 3-0 Behind Ragans' Gem
T-MOBILE PARK - Ragans worked seven scoreless innings and Martinez homered as the Yetis shut out the Madmen 3-0 in a pitching duel with no wind conditions. The Yetis struck early with single runs in the first and second innings, then added insurance in the eighth on Martinez's RBI single.
Freeman was the offensive catalyst with a double and an RBI, while India reached base three times to constantly threaten. The Madmen managed 10 hits but couldn't push across a single run against the dominant Yetis pitching staff, stranding 11 runners on base in a frustrating offensive performance. Gomber took a tough-luck loss despite working seven innings, as the Madmen couldn't capitalize on their numerous scoring opportunities. "Ragans was in complete command tonight," said Yetis manager. "When he's locating like that, he's one of the best in the league." Peterson earned his second save with two scoreless innings.
Final: Yetis 3, Madmen 0
ACL's Top Koi 4-1 Behind Betts' Triple
NATIONALS PARK - Betts delivered a bases-clearing triple in the second inning and Bibee pitched brilliantly as the ACL's defeated the Koi 4-1 in a crisp, well-played contest. The ACL's took control with a three-run second inning rally that began with solid contact and culminated in Betts' clutch three-bagger.
Bibee was masterful on the mound, working 6.2 innings while allowing just three hits and striking out nine. The right-hander kept the Koi off balance with his diverse arsenal and pinpoint command throughout his outing. Lindor provided the lone offense for the Koi with a solo homer in the first inning, but they couldn't generate any sustained threats against the ACL's pitching staff. "Bibee gave us a dominant performance when we needed it most," said ACL's manager. Kopech earned his third save with a perfect ninth inning, striking out two.
Final: ACL's 4, Koi 1
Bums Cruise Past Rum Runners 4-0 Behind Burnes' Dominance
MINUTE MAID PARK - Burnes pitched 7.2 scoreless innings and Pillar drove in two runs as the Bums shut out the Rum Runners 4-0 in a methodical victory. The Bums scored early and often, taking a 1-0 lead in the first inning on Pillar's RBI double before adding three more runs in the fifth to put the game away.
Grichuk was the offensive star with two hits and two RBIs, providing consistent production from the heart of the lineup. The Rum Runners managed just four hits against the dominant Bums pitching staff and couldn't mount any sustained offensive pressure. Harrison took the loss, lasting only four innings while struggling with his command and location. "Burnes was outstanding tonight," said Bums manager. "When he's commanding his fastball like that and mixing in his off-speed stuff, he's really tough to hit." Snider earned his second save with 1.1 perfect innings.
Final: Bums 4, Rum Runners 0
Auk Power Past Robots 5-1 Behind Strong Pitching
ORACLE PARK - Soroka worked five no-hit innings and Ozuna homered twice as the Auk defeated the Robots 5-1 despite 16-mph winds at Oracle Park. The Auk broke the game open with two runs in the fourth and fifth innings each, taking control with timely hitting and dominant pitching.
Smith provided additional power with a solo homer in the sixth, while Correa reached base three times to constantly create scoring opportunities. The Robots managed just three hits against the stellar Auk pitching staff, with Adames' solo homer in the sixth providing their only run. Pivetta took the loss, allowing five earned runs over five innings in a disappointing outing. "Soroka set the tone early with those five no-hit innings," said Auk manager. "When you get pitching like that, you just need to give him a little run support." Hoffman closed it out with two scoreless innings despite the challenging wind conditions.
Final: Auk 5, Robots 1
📈 Statistical Highlights
Home Run Leaders:
• Harris (3-run HR), Suzuki (20th HR), Tucker (28th HR), Chisholm (10th HR), Rooker (37th HR), Polanco (2 HRs), Stallings (3-run HR), Devers (13th HR), Martinez (6th HR), Edman (3rd HR), Pasquantino (15th HR), Lindor (26th HR), Ozuna (2 HRs), Smith (10th HR), Adames (18th HR)
Multi-Hit Performances:
• Bogaerts (4 hits, 3 runs), Lowe (3 doubles), Alvarez (4 hits), De La Cruz (3 hits), Ramirez (2 hits, 2 runs), McCann (2 doubles), India (2 hits), Martinez (2 hits, 2 RBIs), Grichuk (2 hits, 2 RBIs), Pillar (2 doubles), Ozuna (2 HRs), Correa (3 hits), and 8 others with two hits
Pitching Gems:
• Soroka (5 IP, 0 H, 0 ER), Ragans (7 IP, 0 ER), Burnes (7.2 IP, 0 ER), Bradish (7 IP, 2 ER), Bibee (6.2 IP, 1 ER), Suarez (7 IP, 0 ER), Gilbert (7 IP, 1 ER), Steele (6.1 IP, 2 ER)
Rain-Delayed Drama:
• Kraken's explosive comeback victory after 76-minute rain delay at Great American Ball Park affected game momentum
Weather Conditions:
• 76-minute rain delay at Great American Ball Park during Kraken-Sweets game
• Wet field conditions at Citi Field for Sea Wolves-Dogs contest
• 16-mph winds at Oracle Park created challenging conditions for Auk-Robots game
• 17-mph winds at Busch Stadium affected Brewers-Rougarou contest
Save Situations:
• Jansen (2 saves), Doval (2nd save), Miller (2nd save), Duran (2nd save), Hader (15th save), Peterson (2nd save), Kopech (3rd save), Snider (2nd save)
Notable Achievements:
• Kraken's five-run eighth inning comeback after rain delay showcases resilience
• Four shutout victories demonstrate dominant pitching performances across league
• Polanco's two-homer game leads Rattlers' offensive effort in losing cause
• Multiple weather-affected games test teams' ability to adapt to challenging conditions
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