August 20
MSB Results – August 20, 2025
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Sea Wolves Demolish Sweets 14-6 in Offensive Explosion at Wrigley Field
WRIGLEY FIELD - The Sea Wolves erupted for 13 hits and 14 runs in a dominant offensive display, crushing the Sweets 14-6 in a game that featured multiple home runs and a stunning eight-run eighth inning. Crawford led the charge with three runs scored while going 2-for-5, as the Sea Wolves turned a close 6-5 game into a blowout with their late-inning explosion. The pivotal eighth inning saw the Sea Wolves send 11 batters to the plate, highlighted by Contreras' two-run single and Donovan's two-run double that put the game away.
The Sweets had briefly made it competitive with Gorman's three-run homer in the second inning that gave them a 3-1 lead, but the Sea Wolves answered immediately with Cowser's two-run blast in the third. "We just kept putting pressure on them and eventually broke through," said Sea Wolves manager after the victory. "When we get hot like that, we're tough to stop." Bello earned his 11th win of the season, working six innings while allowing five runs to pick up the victory.
Final: Sea Wolves 14, Sweets 6
Koi Cruise Past Rougarou 9-2 Behind d'Arnaud's Grand Slam
CITIZENS BANK PARK - d'Arnaud delivered the decisive blow with a fourth-inning grand slam as the Koi dominated the Rougarou 9-2 in a game played under threatening skies with 23-mph winds. The catcher's homer highlighted a four-run fourth inning that broke open what had been a tight 1-0 contest. Hernandez added a three-run homer in the sixth inning to put the game away, finishing 3-for-4 with three RBIs.
Civale was outstanding on the mound for the Koi, working 6.1 innings while allowing just two runs to earn his fifth win of the season. The veteran right-hander scattered eight hits and struck out eight batters while showing excellent command in the windy conditions. "The wind was definitely a factor, but our pitching staff adjusted well," said Koi manager. "When we can get offense like that to support our starters, we're going to win a lot of games." The Rougarou managed just two runs despite collecting eight hits in the lopsided affair.
Final: Koi 9, Rougarou 2
Yetis Dominate Hammers 9-1 Behind Judge's Monster Day
T-MOBILE PARK - Judge went 3-for-4 with four runs scored and a home run as the Yetis crushed the Hammers 9-1 in a dominant performance at T-Mobile Park. The slugger was the catalyst for an offensive explosion that saw the Yetis score in five different innings, including a three-run sixth that put the game away. Cowser contributed five RBIs with two home runs, including a two-run shot in the third and a three-run blast in the sixth.
Corbin was masterful for the Yetis, allowing just five hits over six scoreless innings to earn his second win of the season. The left-hander struck out five and walked only two while keeping the dangerous Hammers lineup off balance throughout his outing. "When you get a start like that from your ace, it makes the game a lot easier," said Yetis manager. "He commanded the strike zone and let our offense do the rest." The Hammers' only run came on Alvarez's solo homer in the seventh inning.
Final: Yetis 9, Hammers 1
Rum Runners Rally Past Miners 11-10 in Fenway Thriller
FENWAY PARK - The Rum Runners overcame a six-run deficit with a dominant offensive performance, outscoring the Miners 11-10 in a wild back-and-forth affair at Fenway Park. After falling behind 6-0 in the second inning, the Rum Runners chipped away with consistent scoring, highlighted by a five-run fourth inning that tied the game at 7-7. Lowe's two-run homer and Verdugo's solo shot in the fourth inning sparked the comeback.
The game featured multiple lead changes and clutch hitting from both sides, with the teams combining for 28 hits and 21 runs. Pages delivered two crucial RBIs for the Rum Runners, while Hoerner went 3-for-4 with two runs scored to pace the offensive attack. "That's the kind of game that makes baseball fun," said Rum Runners manager. "We never gave up and found ways to score when we needed to." Bednar earned the win with 2.1 innings of relief, while Faedo picked up his second save despite allowing two runs in the ninth.
Final: Rum Runners 11, Miners 10
Kraken Rout Argonauts 9-3 Behind Six-Run Third Inning
AMERICAN FAMILY FIELD - The Kraken broke open a scoreless game with six runs in the third inning, highlighted by Paredes' three-run homer, en route to a 9-3 victory over the Argonauts. The explosive inning featured five straight hits, including back-to-back doubles from Moreno and Suzuki that set the table for Paredes' decisive blast. Caballero added a three-run homer in the sixth inning to put the game away.
Quintana was excellent for the Kraken, working 5.1 innings while allowing three runs to earn his 11th victory of the season. The right-hander kept the dangerous Argonauts lineup off balance with his changeup and location, scattering six hits while inducing weak contact throughout his outing. "Jose gave us exactly what we needed tonight," said Kraken manager. "He attacked the strike zone and let our offense take over." The Argonauts got a two-run homer from Alvarez in the fourth inning but couldn't sustain any offensive momentum.
Final: Kraken 9, Argonauts 3
Bums Edge Rattlers 6-2 Behind Cole's Dominant Pitching
ORIOLE PARK AT CAMDEN YARDS - Cole worked seven strong innings while allowing just two runs as the Bums defeated the Rattlers 6-2 in a game played under partly cloudy skies with light winds. The veteran right-hander struck out seven and scattered six hits to earn his fifth win of the season, showing excellent command while keeping the Rattlers off balance throughout his outing.
The Bums offense came alive late, scoring two runs in the sixth inning to break a 1-1 tie before adding two more in the ninth to put the game away. Witt Jr. delivered the key hit with an RBI double in the fifth inning, while Garcia drove in the game-winning run with a sacrifice fly in the sixth. "Cole was outstanding tonight," said Bums manager after the victory. "When he's locating like that, he's one of the best in the league." The Rattlers managed just six hits against the dominant Bums pitching staff.
Final: Bums 6, Rattlers 2
Landlubbers Blank Auk 2-0 in Pitchers' Duel
KAUFFMAN STADIUM - Cortes worked seven shutout innings and Gonzales homered twice as the Landlubbers defeated the Auk 2-0 in a classic pitcher's duel played on a wet field under clear skies. The left-hander was masterful, allowing just two hits while striking out four batters to earn his eighth win of the season. Gonzales provided all the offense the Landlubbers needed with solo homers in the third and seventh innings.
The Auk managed just five baserunners against the dominant Landlubbers pitching staff, as Cortes and Webb combined to keep the visitors off balance throughout the contest. "When you get pitching like that, you don't need much offense," said Landlubbers manager. "Cortes was in complete control from the first inning on." Webb earned his third save with two perfect innings of relief, striking out one while retiring all six batters he faced.
Final: Landlubbers 2, Auk 0
Madmen Rally Past Brewers 6-4 Behind Greene's Two Homers
COMERICA PARK - Greene homered twice, including the game-winner in the eighth inning, as the Madmen overcame a 4-3 deficit to defeat the Brewers 6-4 under clear skies at Comerica Park. The left fielder's second blast of the night, a two-run shot in the eighth, capped a comeback that saw the Madmen score three unanswered runs after trailing early.
The Brewers had taken a 4-3 lead with a four-run third inning highlighted by Naylor's two-run homer, but the Madmen chipped away with consistent offensive pressure. Butler and Greene provided the early power with back-to-back homers in the first inning to give the home team an early 2-0 lead. "That's the kind of clutch hitting we need from our veteran guys," said Madmen manager after Greene's heroics. Liberatore earned the win with two scoreless innings of relief, while Suter picked up his 31st save.
Final: Madmen 6, Brewers 4
Robots Edge Dogs 5-4 Behind Bart's Late Heroics
ROGERS CENTRE - Bart homered twice, including the game-winner in the eighth inning, as the Robots rallied from a 4-3 deficit to defeat the Dogs 5-4 in a thrilling contest at Rogers Centre. The designated hitter's second blast of the night broke a 4-4 tie and proved to be the decisive blow in a game that featured multiple lead changes and clutch hitting from both sides.
The Dogs had briefly taken a 4-3 lead on Harper's solo homer in the eighth inning, but Bart answered immediately with back-to-back homers from Adames and himself to secure the victory. Anderson worked six innings while allowing three runs to keep the Robots in the game, while Payamps earned his first save with a perfect ninth inning. "When you have guys who can come through in clutch situations like that, you're going to win close games," said Robots manager. The victory completed a successful homestand for the Robots.
Final: Robots 5, Dogs 4
ACL's Hold Off Thunder 5-4 in Road Victory
TRUIST PARK - The ACL's overcame an early 3-0 deficit with steady offensive pressure, defeating the Thunder 5-4 in a back-and-forth contest played under clear skies with light winds. Muncy delivered the game-winning RBI with a two-run homer in the seventh inning, while Betts added a solo shot earlier in the game to help fuel the comeback.
Cannon was outstanding for the ACL's, working 6.1 innings while allowing four runs to earn his 10th victory of the season. The right-hander battled through some tough innings but kept his team in position to mount their comeback. "That's the kind of character this team has," said ACL's manager after the victory. "We don't give up until the final out." Robertson earned his fourth save with 2.2 scoreless innings, striking out six batters to close out the victory.
Final: ACL's 5, Thunder 4
📈 Statistical Highlights
Home Run Leaders:
• Judge (38th HR), Cowser (2 HRs, 19th), Greene (2 HRs, 13th), Bart (2 HRs, 12th), d'Arnaud (grand slam, 8th), Hernandez (26th), Gonzales (2 HRs, 3rd), Paredes (15th), Caballero (9th), Butler (32nd), Melendez (15th), Harper (22nd), Varsho (13th), Adames (15th), Gorman (20th), Walker (25th), Naylor (3rd), Alvarez (5th), Muncy (19th), Lux (11th), Betts (9th), Arozarena (13th), Rocchio (10th), Lowe (18th), Verdugo (7th)
Multi-Hit Performances:
• Crawford (2 hits, 3 runs), Judge (3 hits, 4 runs), Hernandez (3 hits, 3 RBIs), Witt Jr (3 hits), Contreras (2 hits, 3 RBIs), Taylor (2 hits, 3 runs), Donovan (2 hits, 2 RBIs), Dubon (1 hit, 3 RBIs), Greene (2 hits, 3 RBIs), Bart (2 hits, 3 RBIs), and 15 others with two hits
Pitching Gems:
• Cortes (7 IP, 0 ER), Corbin (6 IP, 0 ER), Cole (7 IP, 2 ER), Civale (6.1 IP, 2 ER), Quintana (5.1 IP, 3 ER), Anderson (6 IP, 3 ER), Cannon (6.1 IP, 4 ER), Bello (6 IP, 5 ER)
Offensive Explosions:
• Sea Wolves scored 14 runs on 13 hits in dominant victory
• Rum Runners-Miners combined for 28 hits and 21 runs in wild affair
• Six games featured double-digit hit totals from winning teams
Weather Conditions:
• Threatening skies with 23-mph winds at Citizens Bank Park for Koi-Rougarou
• Wet field conditions at Kauffman Stadium for Landlubbers-Auk
• Clear skies and favorable conditions for most contests throughout the day
Save Situations:
• Webb (3rd save), Jimenez (15th save), Suter (31st save), Payamps (1st save), Robertson (4th save), Faedo (2nd save)
Notable Achievements:
• d'Arnaud's grand slam highlights four-run fourth for Koi
• Judge's four-run, three-hit performance paces Yetis blowout
• Greene's two-homer game powers Madmen comeback victory
• Bart's clutch eighth-inning homer gives Robots walk-off win
• Three shutout performances by starting pitchers
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