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Who Owned Baseball September 25, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Aaron Judge hit homers number 49 and 50 to set an all time Major League record for rookies and led the Yankees to an 11-2 pounding of Kansas City.
Logan Forsythe reached base 4 times, homered and drove in 4 as the Dodgers thumped San Diego, 9-3.
James Shields struck out 8 Angels in 7 innings, allowing 2 runs and getting the 4-2 victory for the White Sox.
Yu Darvish held the Padres to 2 hits and 1 run while striking out 9 as the Dodgers won their 100th game, 9-3.
They all owned baseball on September 25, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 24, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Jose Quintana threw a complete game 3 hit shutout, striking out 10 Brewers and earned a critical 5-0 victory for the Cubs.
Corey Kluber struck out 10 Mariners in 7 innings, allowing 6 hits and 2 unearned runs to solidify his Cy Young case with a 4-2 Cleveland decision.
Pat Valaika came off the bench to homer and double, driving in 2 and helping the Rockies inch closer to the post season by beating San Diego, 8-4.
Jose Ramirez got a pair of hits, including a homer, stealing a base and scoring twice in the Indians 4-2 win over Seattle.
They all owned baseball on September 24, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 22, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Chris Ianetta got 3 hits, homering twice including a go ahead grand slam and drove in an eye popping 8 runs as the Diamondbacks took a wild 13-11 slugfest from Miami.
Wilson Ramos got 3 hits including a grand slam to lead the Rays past the Orioles, 8-3.
Rich Hill struck out 9 Giants over 6 innings and gave up 1 run and got a hit along the way as the Dodgers finally clinched the NL West with a 4-2 victory.
Erasmo Ramirez held the mighty Indians to 3 hits and 1 run over 8 innings, striking out 10. He did not get the decision but set up the Mariners 3-1 walk off finale.
They all owned baseball on September 22, 2017
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Sully Baseball Podcast – The Cubs Team That Should Have Won – September 23, 2017
I believe some people want to know which Cubs team is the team that should have won.
Well, I have given it some thought and I think the ideal Cubs title year might not be the one you are thinking of.
Killing Billy Goats on this Bonus Episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Sully Baseball Podcast – Cooler Adrian Gonzalez and Media Bias for Cy Youngs – September 22, 2017
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There are at least 4 and maybe as many as 7 managerial openings in baseball at Bad things happen to teams when Adrian Gonzalez is on the active roster. Not saying he is the cause. Just making an observation.
Meanwhile Ken Gura ( @kengura463inCLE on Twitter ) has some thoughts on media bias.
Agreed! But, I think the biased media will vote otherwise. Comes down to CLE or Boston
— Ken Gura (@kengura463inCLE) September 21, 2017
Sorry buddy but facts might not back that up.
Pondering the hard questions on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Who Owned Baseball September 21, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Cole Hamels dominated the Mariners with 8 innings allowing 3 hits and 1 run to give the Rangers hope with a 4-2 final.
Joe Mauer got on base 4 times, including a double, driving in 2 and scoring 2 as the Twins pounded the Tigers, 12-1.
Clayton Richard blanked Colorado into the 8th, finishing with 7 1/3 innings and 8 strikeouts while earning the 3-0 decision for San Diego.
Kris Bryant reached base 4 times including a tie breaking homer in the 10th to inch the Cubs closer to a division title with a 5-3 win over the Brewers.
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Who Owned Baseball September 20, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
Chris Sale became the first AL pitcher since 1999 to pass 300 strikeouts for a season and did so by whiffing 13 Baltimore batters over 8 shutout frames for the 9-0 Boston victory.
Whit Merrifield went 3 for 5 with a homer and 2 RBI as the Royals clobbered Toronto, 15-5.
Gio Gonzalez threw 7 innings, allowing 2 runs and striking out 8 Braves to earn the 7-3 decision for the Nationals.
Adam Frazier got a pair of hits including a walk off 2 run homer to lead the Pirates past Milwaukee, 6-4.
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Detroit Tigers Farm System Showing Major Improvement
As much as I’d like to knock Al Avila for the return on the J.D. Martinez trade, the Justin Verlander trade and Alex Avila/Justin Wilson trade seem to be working out very well for the Tigers, or at least their farm system.
Before the year started, the team was ranked in the bottom quarter of the league with Matt Manning being the only player to consistently make the numerous preseason Top 100 Prospect lists, including mine. A lot has changed in six months, as the team went from contender to a dumpster fire and a Quadruple-A team, however…
Who Owned Baseball September 19, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Dexter Fowler reached base 4 times, hit a game tying homer in the 8th and a go ahead double in the 10th to keep the Cardinals on playoff life support with an 8-7 final in Cincinnati.
Mike Montgomery allowed 1 hit, a solo homer, over 6 innings, striking out 6 Rays and earning the 2-1 decision for the Cubs.
Jed Lowrie singled, doubled and hit a go ahead grand slam as the A’s outslugged the Tigers to a 9-8 victory.
Marcus Stroman threw 7 strong innings allowing 1 run and 4 hits to get the 5-2 Toronto win over the Royals.
They all owned baseball on September 19, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 18, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Marcell Ozuna got 4 hits, including a homer, driving in a pair as the Marlins demolished the Mets, 13-1.
Xander Bogaerts got on base 4 times and hit a game tying homer to help the Red Sox come from behind and top the Orioles in 11 innings, 10-8.
Nick Pivetta settled after letting up back to back homers to start the game by going 6 innings, striking out 8 Dodgers and earning the 4-3 Phillies win.
Jaime Garcia struck out 9 Twins in 5 2/3 innings, allowing one unearned run to set up the 2-1 victory for the Yankees.
They all owned baseball on September 18, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 17, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Matthew Boyd took a no hitter to 2 outs in the 9th inning. He settled for a complete game 1 hit shutout of the White Sox and a 12-0 final in Detroit.
Joe Mauer singled, doubled and launched a grand slam, driving in 5 runs altogether, in the Twins 13-7 comeback victory over Toronto.
Robert Stephenson allowed 1 hit over 6 shutout innings, striking out 8 Pirates for the 5-2 Cincinnati win.
Ryan Zimmerman got 3 hits, including a pair of homers, driving in 4, to lead Washington past Los Angeles, 7-1.
They all owned baseball on September 17, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 16, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Zack Greinke threw 8 shutout innings, striking out 8 Giants and moved Arizona closer to the playoffs with a 2-0 win.
Carlos Gonzalez got 3 hits, including a homer, driving in 2 and scoring 2 in Colorado’s 16-0 demolition of San Diego.
Marco Estrada allowed 3 hits and 2 runs over 8 strong innings to earn the 7-2 decision for the Blue Jays over the Twins.
Josh Donaldson went 4 for 5 with 2 homers and a stolen base as the Blue Jays eliminated the Twins from the division race by beating them, 7-2.
They all owned baseball on September 16, 2017
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Sully Baseball Podcast – Questions about potential managers who aren’t getting hired – September 16, 2017
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There are at least 4 and maybe as many as 7 managerial openings in baseball at the end of this season. A group of candidates, including Dave Martinez, Joey Cora and Jose Oquendo, are still available. Why aren’t they front runners for these jobs?
Pondering the hard questions on this episode of Sully Baseball.
While we are at it, enjoy the In Memoriam video.
Who Owned Baseball September 15, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Daniel Mengden threw a complete game 2 hit shutout, striking out 7 Phillies in the A’s 4-0 final.
Josh Donaldson singled, doubled and homered to help the Blue Jays top Minnesota, 4-3.
Alex Wood shutout the Nationals for 6 innings, whiffing 8 and earning the 7-0 decision for the Dodgers.
Zack Cozart homered twice to lead the Reds past Pittsburgh, 4-2.
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Who Owned Baseball September 14, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Avisail Garcia got on base 6 times, homered and drove in 7 runs while scoring a pair himself to help the White Sox demolish the Tigers, 17-7.
Anthony Rizzo went 3 for 4 with a homer, 2 runs batted in and 2 stolen bases in the Cubs 14-6 pounding of the Mets.
Brad Peacock led the Astros past the Angels with 6 innings allowing 3 hits, 3 walks and 1 run for a 5-2 victory.
Zack Godley threw 8 innings of 5 hits shutout ball, striking out 7 Rockies and earning the 7-0 decision for Arizona.
They all owned baseball on September 14, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 13, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Eddie Rosario reached base 3 times and launched a walk off homer to drive the Twins to a critical 3-1 victory over San Diego.
Albert Almora Jr. came off the bench to homer and collect another hit to drive in 6 runs and spark the Cubs to a 17-5 thrashing of the Mets.
Tyler Skaggs struck out 5 Astros while giving the Angels 7 shutout innings to get the 9-1 win.
Yu Darvish threw 7 shutout innings, giving up 3 hits and earned the 4-1 decision for the Dodgers over San Francisco.
They all owned baseball on September 13, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 12, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
Corey Kluber threw a masterful 5 hit complete game shutout, striking out 8 Tigers, earning the 2-0 decision in the Indians incredible 20th consecutive victory.
Mookie Betts homered twice and tripled, driving in 6 runs, leading the Red Sox to an 11-1 thrashing of Oakland.
Julio Teheran tossed 7 shutout innings as the Braves beat the NL East Champion Nationals, 8-0.
Carlos Gonzalez reached 3 times including a pair of 2 run homers as the Rockies won a critical 4-2 game over the Diamondbacks.
They all owned baseball on September 12, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 10, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Carlos Carrasco threw 6 shutout innings, striking out 9 Tigers to lead the Indians to an 11-0 final and their incredible 19th consecutive win.
Steven Brault held the Brewers to 1 hit over 6 scoreless frames to earn the 7-0 decision for Pittsburgh.
Jose Abreu reached base 5 times, including a double and a triple, sparking the White Sox to an 11-3 blow out of the Royals.
Nolan Arenado got 2 hits including a go ahead 3 run homer in the 8th that put the Rockies up for good over Arizona, 5-4.
They all owned baseball on September 11, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 9, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Jose Abreu became the 6th White Sox player in history to hit for the cycle. He drove in 3 and scored 3 as the White Sox clobbered the Giants, 13-1/.
Luis Severino was outstanding over 7 innings, giving up 1 run and 1 hit, striking out 10 Rangers. He did not get the decision but set up the Yankees 3-1 final.
Wil Myers hit a pair of 2 run homers and sparked an improbable Padres 9th inning comeback as they stunned the Diamondbacks, 8-7.
Carlos Martinez struck out 8 Pirates in 6 innings, allowing 4 hits as the Cardinals crept closer to first place with a 4-3 win.
They all owned baseball on September 9, 2017
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Most Recent Cycle Hit For Each MLB Franchise (Updated For Jose Abreu, September 9, 2017 )
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The White Sox future looks bright and present has a big highlight!
Sure the Giants and the White Sox are basically just playing out the string. But don’t tell Jose Abreu that. He legged out a triple and completed the cycle against the Giants.
It was the first White Sox cycle since Jose Valentin. The last White Sox cycle hit by someone with a first name OTHER than Jose was Chris Singleton in 1999.
Lots of young talent on this White Sox team. Maybe next Abreu can lead them to more wins.
Here is the list, updated for today’s action!
THE MOST CYCLE HIT
FOR EACH FRANCHISE
PITTSBURGH PIRATES
John Jaso
September 28, 2016 vs. Chicago Cubs
NEW YORK YANKEES
Melky Cabrera.
August 2, 2009 vs Chicago White Sox
MINNESOTA TWINS
Michael Cuddyer
May 22, 2009 vs Milwaukee
KANSAS CITY ROYALS
George Brett
June 24, 1990 vs. Toronto
BONUS –
Last Cycles Hit For Teams in Old Locations
MONTREAL EXPOS
Vladimir Guerrero
September 14, 2003 vs. New York Mets
WASHINGTON SENATORS
Jim King
May 26, 1964 vs. Boston
NEW YORK GIANTS
Don Mueller
July 11, 1954 vs. Pittsburgh
PHILADELPHIA ATHLETICS
Elmer Valo
August 2, 1950 vs. Chicago White Sox
BROOKLYN DODGERS
Gil Hodges
June 25, 1949 vs. Pittsburgh
ST. LOUIS BROWNS
George McQuinn
July 19, 1941 vs. Boston Red Sox
BOSTON DOVES
Bill Collins
October 6, 1910 vs. Philadelphia Phillies
Time is running out for the first Marlins cycle to be hit this year.
This Day in Milwaukee Brewers History: Robin Yount’s 3000th Hit
Robin Yount said on the leadup to his 3000th hit that it wasn’t going to be a big deal. The man who took more pride in his Milwaukee Brewers winning ballgames than personal stats found out he was wrong – the 3000 hit plateau was a huge deal. On September 9, 1992, a crowd of 47,589 packed Milwaukee County Stadium to see history made when Yount became the 17th MLB player to reach the mark. He tied Roberto Clemente for 16th on the list.
The Brewers are 1 – 9 in their last 10 games. They have had the biggest swings in win streaks and then losing streaks. The club has played 21 games at home versus 14 on the road.
Who Owned Baseball September 8, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Michael Taylor got 4 hits including an eye popping inside the park grand slam, driving in 5 altogether and a stolen base to help the Nationals take a wild 11-10 final against Philadelphia.
Eduardo Escobar singled, doubled and homered in the Twins 8-5 win over the Royals.
Seth Lugo blanked the Reds over 6 shutout frames and earned the 5-1 decision for the Mets.
Mike Clevinger struck out 7 Orioles in 6 shutout innings to lead the Indians to their 16th straight victory, 5-0.
They all owned baseball on September 8, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 7, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Francisco Lindor missed the cycle by a double, driving in 3 runs to lead the Indians to an 11-2 blow out of the White Sox.
Corey Kluber struck out 13 White Sox in 7 dominant innings getting the Indians their 15th straight win with an 11-2 final.
Brandon Nimmo reached base 4 times including a pair of homers in the Mets 7-2 victory over Cincinnati.
Clayton Richard threw 6 shutout innings, allowing 5 hits and 1 walk as the Padres blanked the Cardinals, 3-0.
They all owned baseball on September 7, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 6, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Joe Panik collected 5 hits and driving in a pair of runs and scoring 3 as the Giants blasted the Rockies, 11-3.
Luis Castillo struck out 10 Brewers in 8 innings, giving up 1 run and earning the 7-1 decision for the Reds.
Salvador Perez homered twice, driving in 3, in the Royals 13-2 trashing of the Tigers.
Carlos Carrasco went the distance, allowing just 1 run and 3 hits to lead the surging Indians past the White Sox 5-1.
They all owned baseball on September 6, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 3, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Jose Ramirez amassed an eye popping 14 total bases with 3 doubles and 2 homers, scoring 3 and driving 3 as the white hot Indians demolished the Tigers, 11-1.
Luis Severino struck out 9 Red Sox, allowing 1 unearned run and 2 hits in 6 innings, setting up the Yankees 9-2 laugher.
Domingo Santana reached base 4 times with a pair of himers, 3 RBI and a stolen base to help the surging Brewers and their playoff hopes with a 7-2 victory over the Nationals.
Trevor Williams threw 7 shutout innings earning the 3-1 decision for Pittsburgh over the Reds.
They all owned baseball on September 3, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 2, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Eduardo Escobar got 3 hits, including 2 homers, driving in 6 to lead the Twins in a 17-0 thrashing of Kansas City.
Corey Kluber pitched 8 strong innings, allowing 1 run, striking out 7 while walking no Tigers en route to a 5-2 Cleveland final.
Marcell Ozuna hit a 2 run homer and a pair of RBI singles in the Marlins 10-9 win over the Phillies.
Jeff Samardzija struck out 9 Cardinals allowing 2 hits and 1 run over 7 innings. He didn’t get the decision but set up the 2-1 walk off victory for San Francisco.
They all owned baseball on September 2, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball September 1, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Logan Morrison got 3 hits including a homer, driving in all 3 Tampa Bay runs in their 3-1 victory over the White Sox.
Stephen Piscotty missed the cycle by a double, driving in 2 and scoring 3, leading the Cardinals past the Giants, 11-6.
Doug Fister allowed a first inning run and then shutout the Yankees for the next 6, finishing with 1 run, 7 innings, 4 hits and 1 run as the Red Sox won, 4-1.
Jimmy Nelson struck out 11 Nationals in 7 shutout innings and earned the 1-0 decision for the Brewers.
They all owned baseball on September 1, 2017
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Who Owned Baseball August 31, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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CC Sabathia gutted out 6 strong innings, striking out 6 Red Sox and allowing 1 run to give the Yankees a much needed 6-2 win.
Kendrys Morales amassed 13 total bases, including 3 homers and 7 RBI to lead the Blue Jays past the Orioles in a 11-8 slugfest.
Zack Greinke struck out 6 Dodgers in 6 innings, allowing 1 run as Arizona completed the sweep with an 8-1 blowout.
Jon Jay got 4 hits, including a triple, scoring twice and helped the Cubs top the Braves, 6-2.
They all owned baseball on August 31, 2017
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Tigers Trade Justin Upton, Get A Bag of Balls & 9th Best Prospect From Angels
To start, this isn’t a bad trade by Al Avila, but it really takes the wind out of Tigers fans already deflated sails. Upton, by far the Tigers best player this year got off to a rough start after signing a 6-year $132MM deal last year and not sure he really ever became a fan favorite or really attached to Detroit. J-Up was one of those Mike Illitch signings where he told Al to go out an sign him no matter what and the team paid for it with a very distressing long-term contract, with an opt-out after this year.
Regardless of the money that would have been tied up and yes, it’s great to get dollars off the books, it still feels like a solid kick to the groin when you lose your best player and seemingly get little in return.
Who Owned Baseball August 30, 2017 (Daily #MLB AL/NL Pitcher + Hitter MVP’s) + 2017 #WOB Standings
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Stephen Strasburg threw a complete game 6 hit shutout, striking out 8 Marlins and added his own homer to boot as he did it all in Washington’s 4-0 victory.
Jose Berrios pitched the Twins closer to a playoff berth with 7 shutout innings, striking out 11 White Sox and earned the 11-1 decision.
Ender Inciarte combined for 8 hits over a double header, reaching base 6 times, including a triple and 4 RBI in the opener and 3 hits and another RBI in the nightcap leading the Braves past Philadelphia, 9-1 and 5-2.
Mike Trout reached base 5 times, scored 4 and missed the cycle by a double, sparking the Angels to a stunning come from behind 10-8 win over Oakland.
They all owned baseball on August 30, 2017
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