August 18
MSB Results – August 18, 2024
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Rum Runners Walk Off Miners 4-3 in 11-Inning Marathon at Fenway Park
FENWAY PARK - Verdugo delivered the game-winning RBI double in the bottom of the 11th inning as the Rum Runners defeated the Miners 4-3 in an epic extra-inning battle that showcased clutch pitching and timely hitting throughout the night. The Miners struck first in the top of the sixth when Bregman launched a solo homer to break a scoreless deadlock, but the Rum Runners answered immediately with Merrill's two-run blast in the bottom half to take the lead.
The Miners refused to go quietly, tying the game 3-3 in the ninth inning when Bregman came through again with an RBI single that scored Pena from second base. Both teams had opportunities in the 10th with runners in scoring position, but stellar relief pitching kept the game deadlocked. With Triolo starting the 11th on second base per extra-inning rules, Verdugo lined his decisive double to right-center field to end the marathon. "That's why they call this the most exciting ballpark in baseball," said Rum Runners manager after the victory. "These games test your depth and character." Alvarado earned his fourth win of the season with a perfect 11th inning.
Final: Rum Runners 4, Miners 3 (11 innings)
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Thunder Rout ACL's 7-3 Behind Offensive Explosion
TRUIST PARK - The Thunder exploded for six runs in the first two innings and cruised to a convincing 7-3 victory over the ACL's behind a dominant performance from starter Fedde. Busch was the offensive catalyst with a four-RBI night, including a two-run single in the first inning and a home run in the second that put the game away early. The Thunder's aggressive approach paid immediate dividends as they jumped on ACL's starter Bradley for six runs before the third inning.
The ACL's managed to scratch across three runs, including two in the fifth inning on a sacrifice fly and a pickoff error, but never seriously threatened the Thunder's comfortable lead. Fedde scattered five hits over six strong innings to earn his eighth win, while the Thunder bullpen shut down any comeback attempts. "Getting ahead early like that takes all the pressure off," said Thunder catcher after Busch's power display. The victory completed a successful homestand for the Thunder, who showed their offensive potential in the blowout win.
Final: Thunder 7, ACL's 3
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Argonauts Dominate Kraken 7-2 Behind Musgrove's Gem
AMERICAN FAMILY FIELD - Musgrove was nearly unhittable over 8.1 innings as the Argonauts routed the Kraken 7-2 in a commanding performance that featured both stellar pitching and timely hitting. The visitors exploded for five runs in the sixth inning to break open what had been a tight 2-0 game, with Reynolds driving in two runs during the decisive rally and Alvarez contributing with a bases-loaded walk.
Rodriguez set the tone early with two hits and two runs scored, while Devers provided the power with a solo homer in the second inning. The Kraken managed just three hits against the dominant Musgrove, who struck out 11 batters while walking only one to earn his first victory of the season. "Joe was in complete control from the first pitch," said Argonauts manager after the masterful performance. The Kraken scored their only runs in the ninth inning on Paredes' two-run homer, but it was far too little, too late.
Final: Argonauts 7, Kraken 2
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Bums Crush Rattlers 9-1 in Offensive Showcase
ORIOLE PARK AT CAMDEN YARDS - The Bums put on an offensive clinic with 13 hits and nine runs as they demolished the Rattlers 9-1 behind stellar pitching from Valdez and a balanced attack that saw seven different players drive in runs. Garcia led the way with two home runs and four RBIs, including a two-run blast in the second inning and a solo shot in the eighth that capped the scoring.
Tauchman, Alonso, and Langeliers also went deep for the visitors, who scored in six different innings to break the game open early and often. Valdez was masterful on the mound, allowing just two hits over seven shutout innings to earn his 10th victory of the season. "When we're clicking like this offensively, we're tough to beat," said Bums manager after the rout. The Rattlers managed just three hits and one run, with their lone tally coming in the ninth inning on Abrams' RBI double.
Final: Bums 9, Rattlers 1
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Landlubbers Hold Off Auk 5-1 Behind King's Dominance
KAUFFMAN STADIUM - King worked 6.2 masterful innings and the Landlubbers scored three runs in the first inning to defeat the Auk 5-1 in a game that was decided early by aggressive offensive play. Gonzales drove in three runs during the opening frame, highlighted by a two-run double that put the hosts in command from the start.
The Auk managed just one run despite several scoring opportunities, with Bohm's sacrifice fly in the fourth inning providing their only offense against the dominant Landlubbers pitching staff. King struck out nine batters while allowing just three hits to earn his 12th victory of the season. "Michael was in total control tonight," said Landlubbers catcher after the dominant performance. Ozzie Albies was ejected in the ninth inning for arguing a called third strike, adding frustration to the Auk's disappointing offensive showing.
Final: Landlubbers 5, Auk 1
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Sweets Rally Past Sea Wolves 4-3 on Bethancourt's Heroics
WRIGLEY FIELD - Bethancourt homered in the ninth inning to cap a dramatic comeback as the Sweets defeated the Sea Wolves 4-3 in a thrilling contest that featured multiple lead changes and clutch late-inning hitting. Trailing 3-2 entering the ninth, the Sweets tied the game on Gorman's walk and then took the lead when Bethancourt launched his three-run homer deep to left-center field.
The Sea Wolves had taken a 3-0 lead through four innings behind RBI contributions from Donovan, Stanton, and Walker, but the Sweets chipped away with two runs in the seventh on Barger's two-run homer before completing the comeback in the final frame. "That's what championship teams do - they find ways to win games like this," said Sweets manager after Bethancourt's walk-off blast. Vesia earned his 12th save with a perfect ninth inning to preserve the dramatic victory.
Final: Sweets 4, Sea Wolves 3
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Rougarou Edge Koi 5-2 Behind Fried's Strong Start
CITIZENS BANK PARK - Fried worked six solid innings and the Rougarou scored two runs in both the third and fifth innings to defeat the Koi 5-2 in a contest that featured timely hitting with runners in scoring position. The hosts took control with a two-run third inning that tied the game after the Koi had taken an early 2-0 lead on Hernandez's two-run homer.
The decisive fifth inning saw the Rougarou plate two more runs on a wild pitch and hit batsman to take a 4-2 lead they would not relinquish. Grisham provided the insurance run with a sacrifice fly in the eighth inning to seal the victory. "Our guys did a great job of working counts and making their pitcher work," said Rougarou manager after the comeback win. Fried scattered six hits while striking out seven to earn his fifth victory of the season.
Final: Rougarou 5, Koi 2
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Yetis Shut Out Hammers 2-0 Behind Stone's Masterpiece
T-MOBILE PARK - Stone delivered his finest performance of the season with seven shutout innings as the Yetis defeated the Hammers 2-0 in a classic pitcher's duel that showcased dominant mound work from both sides. The left-hander allowed just three hits while striking out five to earn his seventh victory, outdueling Hammers starter Gray in a game that featured premium pitching throughout.
The Yetis scratched across single runs in the third and fourth innings, with Freeman providing the game-winner on an RBI single and Langford adding insurance with a sacrifice fly. Rogers tripled in the third inning to provide the game's first big offensive moment. "When you get pitching like that, you just need to manufacture a few runs," said Yetis manager after Stone's gem. Peterson earned his first save with two perfect innings of relief to preserve the shutout victory.
Final: Yetis 2, Hammers 0
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Madmen Edge Brewers 3-1 Behind Irvin's Excellence
COMERICA PARK - Irvin worked seven strong innings and Greene's solo homer provided the game-winner as the Madmen defeated the Brewers 3-1 in a pitchers' duel that was decided by timely hitting and stellar defense. The hosts took a 2-0 lead in the first inning on Greene's blast and Butler's RBI double, then added insurance in the third on Bellinger's solo shot.
The Brewers managed just one run despite quality pitching from Skenes, with Lowe driving home Altuve in the second inning for their only tally. Irvin scattered four hits while striking out eight to earn his ninth victory of the season, keeping the dangerous Brewers lineup off balance throughout his outing. "Jake pitched with great command tonight," said Madmen catcher after the victory. Liberatore earned his third save with a scoreless ninth inning to preserve the narrow win.
Final: Madmen 3, Brewers 1
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Robots Rally Past Dogs 5-1 Behind Fourth-Inning Explosion
ROGERS CENTRE - The Robots overcame an early 1-0 deficit with a decisive five-run fourth inning to defeat the Dogs 5-1 in a contest that was decided by one big rally and dominant pitching performances from both teams. Schneider was the offensive hero with a grand slam that capped the decisive frame and provided all the runs the Robots would need.
The Dogs took an early lead when Harper's RBI double scored Arraez in the first inning, but that would be their only run against the strong Robots pitching staff. Kremer settled in after the rough start to earn his fifth victory, working five innings while allowing just one run. "Sometimes you need one big inning like that to break a game open," said Robots manager after Schneider's clutch hitting. The victory completed a successful homestand for the Robots, who showed their offensive potential in the rally.
Final: Robots 5, Dogs 1
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📈 Statistical Highlights
Home Run Leaders:
• Garcia,Ad (2 HRs, 4 RBIs), Schneider (grand slam), Tauchman, Alonso, Langeliers, Bregman, Merrill, Devers, Paredes, Greene, Butler, Bellinger, Bethancourt, Barger, Hernandez (2-run HR)
Multi-Hit Performances:
• Garcia,Ad (2 hits, 4 RBIs), Rodriguez (2 hits, 2 runs), Reynolds (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Verdugo (3 hits), Gonzales (2 hits, 3 RBIs), Greene (2 hits), Bellinger (2 hits), Tauchman (2 hits), McCutchen (3 hits)
Pitching Gems:
• Musgrove (8.1 IP, 2 ER, 11 K), Stone (7 IP, 0 ER), Valdez (7 IP, 0 ER), Irvin (7 IP, 0 ER), King (6.2 IP, 1 ER, 9 K), Fried (6 IP, 2 ER)
Extra-Inning Drama:
• Rum Runners defeated Miners 4-3 in 11 innings on Verdugo's walk-off double
Shutout Performances:
• Yetis blanked Hammers 2-0 behind Stone's seven-inning gem
Save Situations:
• Alvarado (4th win), Peterson (1st save), Liberatore (3rd save), Vesia (12th save), Pearson (1st save)
Notable Achievements:
• Schneider's grand slam highlights Robots' five-run fourth inning
• Garcia's two-homer performance powers Bums' offensive explosion
• Musgrove strikes out 11 in dominant Argonauts victory
• Multiple comeback victories showcase league competitiveness
• Several close pitchers' duels highlight quality mound depth
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