August 9
MSB Results – August 9, 2025
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Dogs Demolish Madmen 11-3 Behind Harper's 5-RBI Explosion
COMERICA PARK - Harper delivered one of the season's most dominant offensive performances, driving in five runs including a towering two-run homer as the Dogs routed the Madmen 11-3 in a lopsided affair. The visiting Dogs jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning and never looked back, with Harper's early RBI setting the tone for what would become a slugfest. Ohtani added a spectacular triple and reached base four times, while Chourio chipped in with three hits and a key RBI.
The Dogs broke the game open with a four-run fifth inning, highlighted by Harper's clutch single that plated Ohtani from third base. The Madmen managed brief rallies with McMahon's two-run homer in the third and Melendez's solo blast in the second, but their pitching staff was overwhelmed by the Dogs' relentless attack. "That's the kind of offensive explosion we've been waiting for all season," said Dogs manager after Harper's career-night performance. "When Harper gets locked in like that, he's unstoppable." Gil earned the victory despite some early wildness, while Parker took the loss after surrendering six runs in four innings.
Final: Dogs 11, Madmen 3
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Brewers Rally Past Kraken 9-7 in Wild Comeback
AMERICAN FAMILY FIELD - The Brewers overcame a 6-4 deficit with a dramatic three-run ninth inning to defeat the Kraken 9-7 in a thriller that featured multiple lead changes and clutch hitting. Altuve was the star of the show, going 4-for-5 with three RBIs and delivering the game-winning two-run double in the bottom of the ninth that sent the home crowd into a frenzy. The Kraken appeared in control after Harris II's two-run homer sparked a four-run third inning rally that tied the game at 4-4.
Ramos,H provided early fireworks with a three-run homer in the first inning, but the Kraken battled back throughout the night behind Abreu,W's two doubles and Paredes,I's go-ahead RBI single in the eighth. The comeback was set up when Lowe,J stole second base and scored the tying run on Chapman,M's sacrifice fly after entering as a pinch-runner. "Baseball is a game of inches and we got the big hits when we needed them," said Altuve after his heroic performance. Thompson,R earned his second win of the season with timely relief work.
Final: Brewers 9, Kraken 7
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Miners Edge Robots 7-6 in Dramatic Comeback
ROGERS CENTRE - Canha delivered the go-ahead two-run single in the eighth inning as the Miners rallied from a 6-5 deficit to defeat the Robots 7-6 in a back-and-forth contest. The victory was especially sweet for the Miners after falling behind 3-0 in the first inning when Guerrero,V launched a three-run homer. Torkelson answered with his own three-run blast in the fifth inning that temporarily gave the Miners a 5-5 tie.
The game featured several momentum swings, with both teams trading scoring chances throughout the night. Peralta,D reached base four times and scored twice despite going hitless, while Bregman's early RBI double helped spark the initial comeback. "That's why you play all nine innings," said Miners catcher Rortvedt. "We never gave up and found a way to get those clutch hits when it mattered most." Santos earned his first victory of the season with two scoreless innings of relief, while Treinen locked down his fifth save despite a tense ninth-inning situation with the bases loaded.
Final: Miners 7, Robots 6
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Thunder Cruise Past Rum Runners 7-3
FENWAY PARK - Solano homered and collected three RBIs as the Thunder broke open a close game with a three-run seventh inning to defeat the Rum Runners 7-3. The Thunder took early control with single runs in the first three innings before Solano's solo blast in the seventh inning sparked the decisive rally. Rafaela followed with a two-run homer that put the game away and sent the Fenway faithful home happy.
The Rum Runners briefly tied the game at 4-4 when Merrill's two-run homer capped a dramatic fifth-inning rally, but their comeback bid fell short against the Thunder's balanced attack. Pfaadt worked six strong innings for the victory, allowing three runs while battling through several tough situations. "Solano has been our most consistent hitter all season," said Thunder manager after the veteran's clutch performance. "When we needed someone to step up and deliver, he came through like he always does." Jax earned his first save of the season with 1.1 scoreless innings of relief.
Final: Thunder 7, Rum Runners 3
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Rattlers Dominate Koi 7-0 Behind Pitching Gem
ORIOLE PARK AT CAMDEN YARDS - Woo tossed six shutout innings and struck out eight batters as the Rattlers blanked the Koi 7-0 in a dominant pitching performance. The right-hander was nearly unhittable, allowing just two hits while walking none to earn his fifth victory of the season. Abrams provided the offensive fireworks with a two-run homer in the first inning that set the tone for the rout.
The Rattlers broke the game open with a three-run fifth inning highlighted by Vargas,I's RBI double and Garver's two-run single that put the contest away. The Koi managed just four hits against the combined efforts of Woo and Tonkin, who earned his second save with three scoreless innings of relief. "That's as good as I've seen Woo pitch all season," said Rattlers manager after the shutout victory. "He was attacking the strike zone and getting ahead of hitters all night long." The victory completed a successful homestand for the Rattlers, who showed both pitching depth and timely hitting.
Final: Rattlers 7, Koi 0
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ACL's Walk Off Against Argonauts 9-8 in 10 Innings
TROPICANA FIELD - Cruz,O delivered the game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning as the ACL's defeated the Argonauts 9-8 in an epic extra-inning thriller that featured 31 combined hits. The marathon contest saw multiple lead changes, with the Argonauts taking an 8-6 lead into the ninth inning before Reynolds,B's second homer of the game sparked a dramatic two-run rally that forced extras.
The offensive explosion was highlighted by Reynolds,B's monster performance, as he went 4-for-5 with four RBIs and two home runs to nearly single-handedly carry the Argonauts. Soto,J answered with three hits and two RBIs for the home team, while Betts chipped in with three hits including a crucial two-run homer. "This is why we love baseball," tweeted @ACLsFan24 after the walk-off victory. "10 innings, 31 hits, and a finish that had everyone on their feet!" Robertson,D earned the victory despite blowing his first save opportunity of the season, while Maton,P was charged with the loss after allowing the winning run.
Final: ACL's 9, Argonauts 8 (10 innings)
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Auk Rally Past Hammers 6-2 Behind Late Surge
ANGEL STADIUM - Albies delivered a clutch three-run homer in the eighth inning to cap a four-run rally as the Auk defeated the Hammers 6-2. The visiting Auk overcame an early 2-0 deficit when Kim's two-run blast in the fourth inning temporarily gave the Hammers control of the contest. Contreras,WE reached base three times and scored twice to help spark the comeback.
The Auk chipped away with single runs in the second and third innings before breaking the game open in the eighth against the Hammers' bullpen. Soroka pitched effectively for six innings before turning the game over to Holton, who earned the victory with 2.2 scoreless innings of relief. "Albies has been waiting for a moment like that all season," said Auk manager after the rookie's game-winning blast. "He's shown tremendous patience and it paid off with that huge swing." The victory was especially satisfying for the Auk after they managed just six hits against tough Hammers pitching.
Final: Auk 6, Hammers 2
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Sea Wolves Power Past Yetis 6-2
WRIGLEY FIELD - The Sea Wolves erupted for six runs in the fourth inning to defeat the Yetis 6-2 in a game that was decided by one massive rally. Donovan drove in two runs during the decisive frame, while Tatis and Kiner-Falefa each contributed RBI hits as the home team sent 10 batters to the plate. Crow-Armstrong provided the lone bright spot for the Yetis with a solo homer in the fourth inning.
The Sea Wolves took advantage of wildness by Blackburn, who walked two batters and hit another during the six-run outburst before being lifted from the game. Bello earned his 10th victory of the season by working 6.1 strong innings, allowing just two runs while scattering nine hits. "Sometimes baseball comes down to one big inning," said Sea Wolves first baseman Walker,C after the victory. "We had some great at-bats and really made their pitcher work." Hill,T picked up his third save with 2.2 innings of scoreless relief, striking out none but inducing weak contact to preserve the victory.
Final: Sea Wolves 6, Yetis 2
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Bums Hold Off Landlubbers 5-3
KAUFFMAN STADIUM - Cole pitched 6.2 strong innings and Langeliers drove in the go-ahead run as the Bums defeated the Landlubbers 5-3 in a tightly contested pitching duel. The Bums took early control with single runs in the second and third innings before adding an insurance run in the fourth that proved crucial. Witt Jr reached base three times and scored twice to pace the offense.
The Landlubbers made things interesting with a two-run fifth inning highlighted by Gurriel,L's two-run homer, but they couldn't generate enough offense against the strong Bums pitching staff. Pillar's early two-run double in the third inning proved to be the difference-maker, while Alonso and Langeliers each drove in key runs. "Cole gave us exactly what we needed tonight," said Bums manager after the veteran's strong performance. "He attacked the strike zone and kept them off balance all night." Nunez,D earned his first save of the season with a scoreless ninth inning, getting the final out on a fielder's choice with two runners on base.
Final: Bums 5, Landlubbers 3
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Sweets Edge Rougarou 2-1 in Pitcher's Duel
CITIZENS BANK PARK - Abbott worked seven shutout innings and Turner,T delivered the game-winning RBI single in the eighth as the Sweets defeated the Rougarou 2-1 in a classic pitcher's duel. The contest remained scoreless through six innings before Edwards,X's steal of third base with an error by the catcher set up the Sweets' first run in the sixth inning.
Both starters were outstanding, with Abbott allowing just four hits while walking one and striking out two to earn his fourth victory. Festa,D matched zeros with the Sweets ace for most of the night, working six innings and allowing just one run. The Rougarou finally broke through in the eighth inning when Lopez,N drove in Sanchez,G with a clutch two-out single, but it wasn't enough to overcome the early deficit. "Sometimes you have to manufacture runs any way you can," said Sweets shortstop Turner,T after his game-winning hit. "Edwards made a great read on that steal and it set up the perfect situation." Banda earned his second save with a perfect ninth inning, working around two runners to preserve the narrow victory.
Final: Sweets 2, Rougarou 1
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📈 Statistical Highlights
Home Run Leaders:
• Harper (21st HR, 5 RBIs), Torkelson (9th HR, 3 RBIs), McMahon (11th HR, 2 RBIs), Melendez (12th HR), Guerrero,V (16th HR, 3 RBIs), Ramos,H (9th HR, 3 RBIs), Abreu,W (13th HR, 2 RBIs), Harris II (10th HR, 2 RBIs), Albies (3rd HR, 3 RBIs), Kim (7th HR, 2 RBIs), Merrill (23rd HR, 2 RBIs), Gurriel,L (8th HR, 2 RBIs), Crow-Armstrong (11th HR)
Multi-Hit Performances:
• Harper (3 hits, 5 RBIs), Altuve (4 hits, 3 RBIs), Reynolds,B (4 hits, 4 RBIs), Chourio (3 hits), Arraez (2 hits), Diaz,Yai (2 hits), Marte,S (2 hits), Ward (4 hits), Soto,J (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Betts (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Muncy (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Hayes (3 hits), Clement (2 hits), Witt Jr (3 hits), Turner,T (2 hits), Jung,Jo (2 hits), Lopez,N (2 hits), Margot (2 hits)
Pitching Gems:
• Woo (6 IP, 0 ER, 8 K), Abbott (7 IP, 0 ER), Cole (6.2 IP, 3 ER), Bello (6.1 IP, 2 ER), Pfaadt (6 IP, 3 ER), Festa,D (6 IP, 1 ER)
Extra-Inning Drama:
• ACL's defeated Argonauts 9-8 in 10 innings on Cruz,O's walk-off single
Offensive Explosions:
• Dogs scored 11 runs on 17 hits in rout of Madmen
• ACL's and Argonauts combined for 31 hits in 10-inning thriller
• Five games featured 15+ combined hits
Comeback Victories:
• Brewers rallied from 6-4 deficit with 3-run 9th inning
• Miners overcame 6-5 deficit with 2-run 8th inning
• Auk scored 4 runs in 8th inning to break 2-2 tie
Save Situations:
• Treinen (5th save), Nunez,D (1st save), Hill,T (3rd save), Banda (2nd save), Tonkin (2nd save), Strahm (16th save)
Notable Achievements:
• Harper's 5-RBI performance headlines offensive explosion
• Woo's complete-game shutout dominates Koi offense
• Multiple walk-off and comeback victories highlight dramatic night
• Three games decided by one run each
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