Here are the highlights from the MLB Spring Training games on February 26, 2025:
Detroit Tigers vs. Minnesota Twins
- Final Score: Twins 4, Tigers 0
- Tigers’ Performance: Reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal pitched two scoreless innings in his spring debut, allowing only one baserunner. However, the Tigers’ offense struggled, managing just two singles.
- Twins’ Performance: Capitalized on Tigers’ bullpen mistakes, including home runs off John Brebbia and Brendan White.
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Toronto Blue Jays
- Final Score: Phillies 9, Blue Jays 6
- Notable Incident: Bryce Harper was hit by a pitch on the elbow but initial reports suggest it’s a bruise.
- Phillies’ Performance: Despite Harper’s injury scare, the Phillies’ offense was robust, leading to a 9-6 victory.
Houston Astros vs. Washington Nationals
- Final Score: Astros 3, Nationals 0
- Astros’ Performance: Framber Valdez delivered two shutout innings, anchoring the Astros’ pitching staff.
- Notable Prospect: Infielder Cam Smith, acquired from the Cubs, showcased his power by hitting two home runs against the New York Mets earlier in the spring. as.com
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Baltimore Orioles
- Final Score: Pirates 7, Orioles 3
- Pirates’ Performance: Matt Gorski homered, contributing to the Pirates’ offensive surge.
Tampa Bay Rays vs. Boston Red Sox
- Final Score: Rays 8, Red Sox 2
- Rays’ Performance: Junior Caminero’s three-run triple was a highlight, propelling the Rays to a decisive win.
Atlanta Braves vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
- Final Score: Braves 9, Pirates 4
- Braves’ Performance: Matt Olson homered, leading the Braves’ offensive efforts.
New York Yankees vs. St. Louis Cardinals
- Final Score: Yankees 7, Cardinals 0
- Yankees’ Performance: Dominic Smith’s home run ignited a six-run inning. Andrew Velazquez made a diving play, starting a 5-4-3 double play to secure the win.
Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants
- Final Score: 4-4 tie
- Cubs’ Performance: Shōta Imanaga struck out six over 2⅔ innings but allowed a two-run homer. Greg Allen’s late home run helped the Cubs tie the game.
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Milwaukee Brewers
- Final Score: Dodgers 9, Brewers 3
- Dodgers’ Performance: David Bote’s bases-clearing double and subsequent home run were pivotal in the Dodgers’ comeback win.
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