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Today’s Headlines
First to 30
The Rays defeated the Yankees, becoming the first team to reach 30 wins this season. Drew Rasmussen extended his scoreless streak against the Yankees to 21 innings. Josh Lowe drove in a career-high five runs as well. After a series win, the Rays pushed the last-place Yankees nine games back in the American League East.
Have yourself a NIGHT, Mr. Lowe pic.twitter.com/ykdecKdlY7
— Tampa Bay Rays (@RaysBaseball) May 12, 2023
More Trouble In The Big Apple
For the first time since 2012, the Mets have lost five series in a row. The Reds took the most recent series 2-1 after defeating the Mets 5-0 in a bullpen game. This shutout loss marks the seventh of the season, but the series also highlighted that the Mets have only scored two runs in the last 19 innings.
"When you don't score runs, it's impossible to win a game"
Buck Showalter is asked about the Mets being shut out for the 7th time this season: pic.twitter.com/R7DaJFwLwg
— SNY (@SNYtv) May 11, 2023
Tommy John For Mahle
Rocco Baldelli announced the Twins right-hander Tyler Mahle will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. Mahle had been placed on the injured list last month with a posterior impingement and flexor pronator strain in his pitching elbow.
Officially now, Tyler Mahle has been placed on the IL, and Louie Varland has been recalled.
— Seth Stohs (@SethTweets) May 3, 2023
Glasnow Cleared
After facing left side tightness during a rehabilitation start, Tyler Glasnow has been cleared to resume his minor-league outings. Glasnow was scheduled to throw for about four innings Wednesday evening but left after one inning and 11 pitches. The plan is to get three innings in early next week, and have at least one more minor league start before returning to the Rays.
#Rays Kevin Cash on Tyler Glasnow's health after meeting with doctor, said he's "in a good spot." He's confident he'll make his next rehab start: "Everything looked clean…I'm highly confident that he'll be pitching off a mound here pretty soon."
— Ryan Bass (@Ry_Bass) May 11, 2023
Best Moments From Yesterday
A Surprise for Jansen
Kenley Jansen became the seventh in the history of baseball to reach 400 saves. His Red Sox teammates surprised Jansen with a special video of family, friends, and teammates congratulating him on his accomplishment.
A moment Kenley will never forget. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/BpnD8jZHhr
— Red Sox (@RedSox) May 11, 2023
Put It On A Poster
Twins right fielder Nick Gordon robbed Manny Machado of a hit as he sprung into the air to catch the ball before rolling over and sending the ball back to the infield.
OMGordon! 😱 pic.twitter.com/t27u5nvyP8
— MLB (@MLB) May 11, 2023
Walk-Off Bunt
The Royals did the unthinkable to end a tie game with the White Sox. Freddy Fermin attempted a bunt with runners in the corner, and it paid off when Reynaldo López was unable to scoop it up in time. The Royals won the four-game series 3-1.
🚨 WALK-OFF BUNT 🚨 pic.twitter.com/xH2cbA5CPz
— MLB (@MLB) May 11, 2023
Acuna Jr Sets A Record
Ronald Acuña Jr. launched a 470-foot home run, now owning a record of 27 career 440+ feet home runs. This is three more than anyone else in MLB since the start of 2018.
Ronald Acuña Jr. muscles this one 470 feet! 💪
(MLB x @HankookTireUSA) pic.twitter.com/pkDU7cxfL2
— MLB (@MLB) May 11, 2023
Injuries
Ehire Adrianza started his rehab assignment with High-A Rome.
TJ Friedl will undergo an MRI after leaving Thursday’s game with soreness in his side. Meanwhile, Joey Votto will begin taking live batting practice this weekend in Triple-A Louisville.
Max Kepler is considered day-to-day after being removed due to a leg cramp.
Mason Miller was placed on the 15-day IL with elbow inflammation.
In other A’s news, Manny Piña has been pulled from his rehab assignment after setbacks with his wrist requiring season-ending surgery.
Austin Slater was placed on the 10-day IL with a left hamstring strain.
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