Recap Roundups
September 15, 2017
Chi. Cubs 8, St. Louis 2
The Chicago Cubs had a successful start in Friday's opener of their critical three-game series with the St. Louis Cardinals.
NY Yankees 8, Baltimore 2
A year ago, Luis Severino was concluding a disappointing season filled with frustrating results. Instead of letting the negativity linger from a poor season, Severino went to work on things to get better.
LA Dodgers 7, Washington 0
Alex Wood pitched his way back into the postseason plans of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in a big way.
Oakland 4, Philadelphia 0
It was looking like a potentially lost season for Daniel Mengden.
Boston 13, Tampa Bay 6
The Boston Red Sox were determined not to let the New York Yankees gain ground on them in the American League East, even if it took 15 innings.
Kansas City 4, Cleveland 3
For the first time in over three weeks, the Cleveland Indians have lost.
Cincinnati 4, Pittsburgh 2
Homer Bailey isn't ready to declare his comeback complete. But he's showing signs of turning the corner after having multiple arm surgeries.
Detroit 3, Chi. White Sox 2
Things haven't gone well for the stripped-down Detroit Tigers this month, but for players such as Mikie Mahtook, it is seen as a time to measure yourself as a professional.
Atlanta 3, NY Mets 2
The Braves beat the New York Mets in Atlanta for just the sixth time in the past 22 games, as the bullpen preserved a 3-2 victory on Friday night for left-hander Sean Newcomb after the rookie took a hard-luck home loss to the same team in his major league debut.
Milwaukee 10, Miami 2
In an effort to make the Miami Marlins feel a little more at home this weekend, the Milwaukee Brewers added a few touches of South Beach around Miller Park.
Houston 5, Seattle 2
With Carlos Correa and Evan Gattis leading the sprint out of the gate, a pair of division rivals had their hopes for an American League West title officially squashed. Now, just one team serves as an obstacle on the path to the Houston Astros' first division pennant in 16 seasons.
Toronto 4, Minnesota 3
Friday night was billed as Bartolo Colon's night with the Minnesota Twins selling a special "Big Sexy Night" theme package that included a free Colon T-shirt to honor the happy-go-lucky, 44-year-old fan favorite.
Colorado 6, San Diego 1
Colorado Rockies pitcher Tyler Chatwood has seized a late-season opportunity at an ideal time for himself and his team.
LA Angels 7, Texas 6
Truth be told, the Los Angeles Angels would not be in the middle of a playoff push if not for their bullpen.
Arizona 3, San Francisco 2
With J.D. Martinez out of the lineup Friday night, the Arizona Diamondbacks needed another outfielder to carry the offense.