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Today’s Headlines
Players of the Week
Zac Gallen and Xander Bogaerts earn top nods for Players of the Week. Gallen hasn’t allowed a run in 41 1/3 consecutive innings and was named National League Pitcher of the Month for August.
Bogaerts ended his August slump by going 15-for-31 (.536) in seven games. Most notably, he hit a grand slam on Wednesday in his five-RBI game against the Twins.
Hitting over .500 and allowing 0 runs in two starts will earn you Player of the Week honors.
(MLB x @Chevrolet) pic.twitter.com/fYx3PAlUHC
— MLB (@MLB) September 6, 2022
The Pirates Dominate the Mets
Despite having a promising record, the Mets suffered a loss (8-2) to the Pirates. The Mets became the first team in MLB history to lose three straight games to a club with at least 30 fewer wins. Taijuan Walker also spoke about a blister causing issues during the game.
Taijuan Walker said his blister issue came up after the third inning today
"Definitely not making any excuses. I had the slider I left up for the homer" pic.twitter.com/j1dQjZbdFC
— SNY (@SNYtv) September 7, 2022
Atlanta is Playing Catch-Up
To add insult to injury for the Mets, Atlanta is on a six-game win streak. Matt Olson hit a three-run homer against his former team in a close-scoring game. Ultimately, Atlanta outperformed the A’s and won 10-9. Atlanta is now caught up with the Mets.
Matt Olson homers in his return to Oakland! pic.twitter.com/K0iMcH8emK
— MLB (@MLB) September 7, 2022
Tatis Jr. Undergoes Shoulder Surgery
Fernando Tatis Jr. underwent surgery to repair the torn labrum in his left shoulder. The surgery was originally scheduled for last week but was postponed because Tatis had strep throat.
The recovery time is estimated at four to six months, possibly delaying his spring training arrival. This will likely not delay his return after serving his 80-game suspension.
And it happened:
From Padres: Fernando Tatis Jr. had successful surgery today to repair the labrum in his left shoulder. The procedure was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles.
— Kevin Acee (@sdutKevinAcee) September 7, 2022
O’s End Blue Jays’ Win Streak
In a heated game, the Orioles walked away with a 9-6 win. In the seventh inning, former Blue Jay Bryan Baker came on for the Orioles and allowed a run that cut Baltimore’s lead to 6-5. Baker allegedly made a “chirping” signal with his hand towards the Toronto dugout after striking out Matt Chapman for the third out. Benches and bullpens cleared.
The Blue Jays and Orioles benches clear after Bryan Baker struck out Matt Chapman to end the top of the seventh. pic.twitter.com/ta30veGijc
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 7, 2022
Best Moments From Yesterday
Cruz Is On a Tear
Oneil Cruz seems to be on a hot streak, but c’mon, that ball had a family.
ONEIL CRUZ HIT THIS BALL INTO THE ALLEGHENY pic.twitter.com/W4og6C92Rj
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) September 7, 2022
Yelich the Hitter
Christian Yelich launches a ball to the top of Coors Field.
A 499 FOOT 💣 FROM CHRISTIAN YELICH!
📽️: @Brewers pic.twitter.com/2LId9hSris
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 7, 2022
Bunts Save Games
The Angels walk it off against the Tigers with a bunt of all things.
SIERRA CALLED GAME WITH A WALK-OFF BUNT!!!#GoHalos pic.twitter.com/gYSGjbzFd2
— Los Angeles Angels (@Angels) September 7, 2022
Speaking of Walk-Offs
The Padres also decided a walk-off was needed against the Diamondbacks.
We've seen this film before… #TimeToShine #PadresWin pic.twitter.com/Dp1elJaHlq
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) September 7, 2022
Gallo Has the Power
Joey Gallo seems to be fitting in just fine with the Dodgers.
.@JoeyGallo24 broke his bat hitting this homer! 😮 pic.twitter.com/63sgiisnsY
— MLB (@MLB) September 7, 2022
Injuries
The Yankees placed Anthony Rizzo on the 15-day IL due to headaches.
Franchy Cordero was placed on the 10-day IL with sprains on both sides of his right ankle. He is expected to miss the rest of the season.
Willson Contreras was placed on the 10-day IL with ankle pain. This is retroactive to September 3.
José Iglesias was placed on the 10-day IL. retroactive to September 5 with a right hand contusion.
Adam Oller was placed on the 15-day IL with right rib costochondritis.
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