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MLB News & Moments You Should Know – May 22

The MLB news and moments you need to know this morning.

Stay updated on everything baseball with our morning MLB News & Moments articles. We’ve got you covered to keep you in the know.

 

Today’s Headlines

 

One Hit Wonder

Atlanta rookie Jared Shuster claimed his first major league win in an epic fashion. Shuster allowed just one hit in six innings and helped Atlanta win their first series over Seattle in 12 years. Shuster struggled throughout April in his first four starts and was optioned only to be recalled on May 16. He was presented with the lineup card as a keepsake for the win and hopefully pushed his 7.24 ERA down.

 

The O’s Pull Out Brooms

The Orioles rallied against the Blue Jays, scoring five runs in the 11th inning. With the 8-3 win in Toronto, the Orioles collected their first three-game series sweep against the Blue Jays for the first time since April 2005. This marks the third series sweep this year for the Orioles. The last time the team swept an American League opponent in a three-game series since doing it in Boston in April 2021.

 

Astros Streak Alert

The Astros have won seven in a row after Framber Valdez shutout the Athletics. Valdez struck out seven and didn’t allow any walks, a far cry from his last appearance. Yesterday’s game was his second complete game shutout and fifth complete game of his career. Unfortunately for the A’s, this was their third shutout in 10 games and seventh overall this season.

 

Dodgers Drama

Max Muncy was ejected during the fourth inning from yesterday’s matchup with the Cardinals. Muncy claims the Cardinals catchers were “bullying” home-plate umpires throughout the series to get favorable calls.

 

Best Moments From Yesterday

 

Good Deeds

Fernando Tatis Jr. dodges an outside pitch as if he was Neo himself.

 

Marte Partay

Starling Marte puts the Mets up with his eighth-inning go-ahead blast. Mets fans and Pete Alonso showed their excitement and appreciation.

 

Warning Track Robbery

Kevin Keirmaier robs a should-be home run at the warning track with an incredible jump.

 

White Sox Sweep

The White Sox earn their first sweep of the season against the Royals thanks to freshly recalled Romy González. Two scored on his triple, and moments later, Gonzalez scored. The White Sox went from being down 2-1 to being up 4-2.

 

Time To Get Rowdy

Rowdy Tellez sends one over the wall for a two-run shot and put the Brewers up by three.

 

Warm Fuzzies

The dogs were especially good today at Globe Life.

 

Injuries

 

Emmanuel Valdez was removed from Sunday’s game due to precautionary reasons.

Mike Clevinger was moved to the 15-day IL with wrist inflammation.

Joey Votto took live batting practice in Triple-A Louisville.

Dana Brown said Lance McCullers Jr. isn’t likely to return until around the All-Star Break or after.

Seth Brown is slotted to return to the A’s today after a successful four-game rehab assignment.

Logan Webb remains day-to-day with lingering back soreness.

 

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Chrystal OKeefe

Chrystal O'Keefe is a freelance writer from Indianapolis, Indiana. She balances her time between Indianapolis and Chicago and tries to travel to at least one new ballpark every year. She primarily covers the Chicago White Sox but loves talking about baseball in general.

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