Nolan Gorman’s dramatic walk-off two-run homer in the ninth inning propelled the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-3 victory over the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night. Gorman’s heroics ended the Cardinals’ four-game losing streak and secured a thrilling win at home.
Lars Nootbaar and Paul Goldschmidt also contributed to the Cardinals’ offense, with Nootbaar driving in two runs and Goldschmidt adding a solo home run. Starting pitcher Lance Lynn battled through five innings, allowing three runs on seven hits and three walks.
Ryan Helsley earned the victory for the Cardinals, pitching a scoreless ninth inning to seal the win.
In another game, the Oakland Athletics secured a 2-0 victory over the New York Yankees, with Zack Gelof’s two-run homer in the ninth inning being the decisive blow. The game was notable for the early ejection of Yankees manager Aaron Boone by plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt.
Victor Gonzalez slipped while fielding a single, setting the stage for Gelof’s game-winning blast. Athletics closer Mason Miller sealed the win with an impressive performance in the ninth inning, striking out the side.
Elsewhere, the Detroit Tigers cruised to a 7-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, powered by an outstanding pitching performance from Tarik Skubal. Skubal dazzled with six dominant innings, allowing just three singles and striking out nine batters.
Mark Canha led the Tigers’ offense with a 3-for-4 performance, including a home run, two runs scored, and two RBIs. Despite a home run from Jose Caballero, the Rays were unable to mount a significant offensive threat against Skubal and the Tigers.
These games showcased thrilling performances and dramatic moments, highlighting the excitement of Major League Baseball.
