Surging Nationals look to extend D-backs’ woes

May 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Two teams trending in opposite directions meet Saturday when the Washington Nationals continue a three-game series against the slumping Arizona…

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Two surging teams meet as Rays travel to Houston

May 18, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Shane Baz (11) pitches in the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot Park. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images The Tampa Bay Rays are hoping right-hander Shane Baz can finish the month of May better than the way it started. Baz (4-3, 4.94 ERA)…

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Aaron Judge, surging Yankees face reeling Rockies

May 20, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) celebrates his two run home run against the Texas Rangers with teammates in the dugout during the eighth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images Coors Field has not been a safe haven for the Colorado Rockies, and…

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Surging Rangers turn to Nathan Eovaldi against Astros

Apr 30, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (17) throws during the first inning against the Oakland Athletics at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images The Texas Rangers will look to build on their season-best winning streak when they host the Houston Astros on Friday in the second of…

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Framber Valdez, Astros aim to slow down surging Royals

May 7, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (59) reacts after throwing out Milwaukee Brewers third baseman Vinny Capra (not pictured) in the seventh inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images Kansas City Royals veteran right-hander Michael Wacha had allowed no more than three earned runs in any…

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Tigers look for fresh start against surging Red Sox

May 7, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Jackson Jobe (21) delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images The Detroit Tigers have not lost three straight games since their season-opening series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They’ll try to dodge a…

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Paul Skenes will look to pitch Pirates past surging Mets

May 6, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images Paul Skenes is no stranger to the big stage. But on Monday night, one of baseball’s most electric pitchers will finally make his…

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Surging Cards face reeling Nats, eye 7th straight win

Apr 17, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Andre Pallante (53) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Looking to win a seventh straight game for the first time in three seasons, the visiting St. Louis…

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Jorge Polanco, surging Mariners take on Angels

Apr 29, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners designated hitter Jorge Polanco (7) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the seventh inning at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images Do the Seattle Mariners dare take Jorge Polanco out of the lineup? That will be…

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Surging Tigers take aim at Astros to open 10-game trek

Apr 15, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty (9) delivers a pitch against Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images Tigers ace left-hander Tarik Skubal validated his reputation as the top pitcher in the American League and anchored a 7-0 victory over the Baltimore…

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