August 28
MSB Results – August 28, 2025
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Dogs Edge Rum Runners 3-2 Behind Sale's Dominance
FENWAY PARK - Sale continued his Cy Young campaign with seven strong innings, leading the Dogs to a 3-2 victory over the Rum Runners in a pitchers' duel at Fenway Park. The veteran left-hander allowed just two runs while striking out six to earn his 16th victory of the season. Ohtani provided the offensive firepower with a three-RBI performance, including a two-run double in the fifth inning and a go-ahead solo homer in the eighth.
The Rum Runners took an early 1-0 lead when Schwarber homered in the sixth inning, and tied the game 2-2 in the seventh on Verdugo's sacrifice bunt that scored Hays. However, Ohtani's eighth-inning blast off reliever Diaz proved to be the difference. Skubal pitched brilliantly in defeat for the Rum Runners, working six scoreless innings before giving way to the bullpen. Megill earned his 21st save with 1.1 innings of scoreless relief to close out the victory.
Final: Dogs 3, Rum Runners 2
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ACL's Dominate Miners 10-2 in Offensive Explosion at Tropicana Field
TROPICANA FIELD - The ACL's bounced back from yesterday's loss with a commanding 10-2 victory over the Miners, powered by a 13-hit attack led by Turner's four-hit performance and Refsnyder's three-RBI night. The home team seized control early with three runs in the first inning on Betts' RBI walk and Mountcastle's two-run double, then never looked back. Turner collected four hits including a home run, while Soto added a two-run homer in the second inning as part of a five-run outburst through two innings.
The Miners managed just two runs against dominant ACL's pitching, with Bregman's solo homer in the sixth providing their only sustained offense. Bibee was masterful for the ACL's, working five scoreless innings while allowing just three hits to earn his eighth victory. The ACL's put the game away with four runs in the sixth inning, highlighted by Refsnyder's three-run homer and Turner's solo blast. "That's the kind of offensive performance we're capable of," said ACL's manager after the victory. "When we get contributions up and down the lineup like that, we're tough to beat."
Final: ACL's 10, Miners 2
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Hammers Sweep Sweets with 3-1 Victory Behind Alvarez
ANGEL STADIUM - Alvarez homered twice to power the Hammers to a 3-1 victory over the Sweets, completing a series sweep at Angel Stadium. The catcher's solo shots in the third and fifth innings provided all the offense the Hammers needed behind Eovaldi's dominant seven-inning performance. Eovaldi allowed just one run while striking out 11 batters to earn his 10th victory of the season.
The Sweets managed their lone run in the second inning when Mateo doubled and scored on a throwing error, but they were held to just five hits by the Hammers' pitching staff. The Hammers broke a 1-1 tie in the eighth inning when Garcia walked and scored on Happ's sacrifice fly, providing the crucial insurance run. Helsley earned his 22nd save with a perfect ninth inning. The victory was the Hammers' fifth straight and moved them into second place in their division.
Final: Hammers 3, Sweets 1
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Kraken Blank Thunder 2-0 with Cease Complete Game
AMERICAN FAMILY FIELD - Cease threw a masterful complete game shutout, leading the Kraken to a 2-0 victory over the Thunder in a pitcher's duel at American Family Field. The right-hander allowed just three hits while striking out 12 batters in a dominant performance that earned his 10th victory. Harris's solo homer in the first inning provided the early lead, and Paredes added an insurance RBI single in the seventh.
The Thunder managed just three hits against Cease, who was in complete control throughout the nine innings. Wheeler pitched well in defeat for the Thunder, allowing just two runs over 7.2 innings, but couldn't match Cease's brilliance. The Kraken manufactured their second run when Neto walked, stole second, and scored on Paredes' clutch hit. "That's as good as it gets from a starting pitcher," said Kraken manager after Cease's gem. "He had everything working and kept them off balance all night."
Final: Kraken 2, Thunder 0
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Auk Shut Out Rattlers 3-0 Behind Pitching Trio
ORIOLE PARK AT CAMDEN YARDS - Weathers, Holton and Hoffman combined for a shutout as the Auk defeated the Rattlers 3-0 in a pitching-dominated contest. Weathers worked seven scoreless innings to earn his fourth victory, allowing just three hits while walking four. Ozuna provided the offensive highlights with a two-run homer in the third inning and an RBI double in the first.
The Auk broke through early when Carroll singled and Ozuna doubled him home in the first inning, then added two more runs in the third on Ozuna's blast following Carroll's single. The Rattlers managed just four hits against the Auk pitching staff and left eight runners on base despite drawing four walks. Hoffman earned his 29th save with a perfect ninth inning. Webb took the loss for the Rattlers despite allowing just three runs over six innings in his longest outing of the season.
Final: Auk 3, Rattlers 0
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Yetis Rally Past Landlubbers 4-3 in Ninth-Inning Comeback
KAUFFMAN STADIUM - Judge delivered a clutch two-run single in the ninth inning to cap a dramatic comeback as the Yetis defeated the Landlubbers 4-3 in a thrilling finish. The Yetis trailed 3-2 entering the final frame before Freeman doubled and Judge came through with the game-winning hit off closer Iglesias. Peterson earned the victory with three scoreless innings of relief.
The Landlubbers had taken a 3-2 lead in the fourth inning when Herrera singled, stole second, and scored on Rosario's RBI single. The Yetis tied the game earlier in the fourth on a walk to Swanson and Frelick's sacrifice fly. Judge's heroics capped a strong individual performance that included three hits. Ragans pitched well for the Yetis over six innings, allowing three runs while striking out seven. The comeback victory was the Yetis' fourth straight and kept them in the playoff hunt.
Final: Yetis 4, Landlubbers 3
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Sea Wolves Edge Koi 5-3 in 10-Inning Rain-Delayed Thriller
WRIGLEY FIELD - Donovan's two-run homer in the bottom of the 10th inning lifted the Sea Wolves to a 5-3 victory over the Koi in a game delayed 87 minutes by rain. The contest featured multiple momentum swings, with the Koi taking a 3-2 lead in the fifth on Burleson's solo homer before the Sea Wolves tied it in the seventh on Kiner-Falefa's RBI single.
The game was played under threatening skies throughout, with rain interrupting play early in the first inning before the extended delay. Both teams battled through difficult conditions, with the wet field affecting play at times. The Koi struck first with two runs in the second inning on Lopez's RBI double and an error, but Contreras answered with a solo homer in the third. Hill earned the victory with a perfect 10th inning, while Yates took the loss after allowing the game-winning blast. The dramatic finish capped a wild night of baseball under challenging weather conditions.
Final: Sea Wolves 5, Koi 3 (10 innings)
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Bums Dominate Rougarou 5-0 Behind Burnes' Gem
CITIZENS BANK PARK - Burnes pitched 8.2 scoreless innings as the Bums shut out the Rougarou 5-0 in a dominant pitching performance. The veteran right-hander allowed just five hits while striking out seven to earn his 10th victory of the season. Lewis led the offensive attack with a two-run homer in the second inning and four total RBIs.
The Bums seized control early with three runs in the first inning, highlighted by Marsh's RBI double and Langeliers' run-scoring single. Lewis added to the lead with his blast in the second, and the Bums cruised from there behind Burnes' mastery. The Rougarou managed just five hits and never seriously threatened against the Bums' pitching staff. The game was notable for Harold Ramirez being ejected in the seventh inning. Singer took the loss for the Rougarou, allowing five runs over 3.2 innings in his shortest outing of the season.
Final: Bums 5, Rougarou 0
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Argonauts Rout Madmen 9-1 Behind Seven-Run Sixth
COMERICA PARK - The Argonauts exploded for seven runs in the sixth inning to break open a close game and defeat the Madmen 9-1 in a lopsided victory. Alvarez led the assault with three RBIs, including a two-run double during the decisive rally. The outburst turned a 2-1 game into a runaway as the Argonauts sent 11 men to the plate in the sixth.
Ryan earned his 10th victory with six strong innings, allowing just one run on Westburg's solo homer in the third. The Argonauts outhit the Madmen 12-8 and took advantage of several walks to build their big inning. Steer had three hits including an RBI double, while Jansen and Olson also drove in runs during the sixth-inning explosion. The Madmen couldn't recover from the barrage despite getting solid relief pitching from Knack. The victory was the Argonauts' fourth in their last five games and moved them closer to playoff position.
Final: Argonauts 9, Madmen 1
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Brewers Edge Robots 3-1 Behind Gilbert's Dominance
ROGERS CENTRE - Gilbert struck out nine over eight innings to lead the Brewers to a 3-1 victory over the Robots in a pitcher's duel at Rogers Centre. The left-hander allowed just two hits and one run to earn his 14th victory of the season. The Brewers broke a 1-1 tie with back-to-back home runs from Chapman and Altuve in the seventh inning.
The Robots took an early 1-0 lead when Rengifo stole second and scored on a wild pitch in the second inning, but they managed just one more hit the rest of the way against Gilbert and the Brewers bullpen. Marte tied the game with a solo homer in the sixth before the seventh-inning power display put the game away. Pivetta pitched well in defeat for the Robots, striking out 10 over six innings. Adam earned his 14th save with a perfect ninth inning to preserve the victory.
Final: Brewers 3, Robots 1
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📈 Statistical Highlights
Home Run Leaders:
• Alvarez (2 HRs), Turner, Refsnyder (3-run HR), Soto (2-run HR), Bregman, Ohtani (46th HR), Schwarber (30th HR), Harris, Ozuna (24th HR), Burleson, Judge (43rd HR), Contreras, Donovan (2-run HR, 18th HR), Lewis (2-run HR), Alvarez (43rd HR), Westburg (25th HR), Marte (33rd HR), Chapman (31st HR), Altuve (16th HR)
Multi-Hit Performances:
• Turner (4 hits, 2 RBIs), Refsnyder (2 hits, 3 RBIs), Soto (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Ohtani (3 hits, 3 RBIs), Judge (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Alvarez (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Steer (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Reynolds (2 hits), and 15 others with two hits
Pitching Gems:
• Cease (9 IP, 0 ER, CG, 12 K), Burnes (8.2 IP, 0 ER), Gilbert (8 IP, 1 ER, 9 K), Sale (7 IP, 2 ER), Eovaldi (7 IP, 1 ER, 11 K), Weathers (7 IP, 0 ER), Bibee (5 IP, 0 ER)
Complete Games:
• Cease pitched complete game shutout with 12 strikeouts for Kraken
Weather-Affected Games:
• Sea Wolves-Koi game delayed 87 minutes by rain at Wrigley Field
• Game played under threatening skies with wet field conditions
Comeback Victories:
• Yetis rallied from 3-2 deficit with 2 runs in 9th inning
• Sea Wolves won in extra innings after tying game in 7th
• Brewers broke 1-1 tie with back-to-back homers in 7th
Save Situations:
• Megill (21st save), Helsley (22nd save), Hoffman (29th save), Adam (14th save)
Notable Achievements:
• Turner's 4-hit performance leads ACL's offensive explosion
• Ohtani reaches 100 RBIs with three-RBI performance
• Cease dominates with complete game shutout and 12 strikeouts
• Argonauts' seven-run sixth inning breaks game open
• Multiple shutout victories around the league showcase strong pitching
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