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Mike Trout hits five home runs in historic Yankees series
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Mike Trout homered in all four games of the Los Angeles Angels' series against the New York Yankees, capping it with his fifth long ball in Thursday's 11-4 win at Yankee Stadium for a split. The 34-year-old Angels center fielder joined George Bell, Darrell Evans and Jimmie Foxx as the only players to hit five homers in a regular-season series against the Yankees. Trout's performance boosted his early-season stats and hinted at a resurgence after recent injuries.
Houston Astros starter Tatsuya Imai, on the 15-day injured list with right arm fatigue, played catch on Thursday at Daikin Park but said he does not know when he will return to the pitcher's mound. Imaging on his shoulder and arm came back clean, with the team now focusing on building arm strength. Imai has cited challenges adjusting to the major leagues and American lifestyle.
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd made his first rehab appearance Thursday at Triple-A Iowa following his April 6 placement on the IL with a left biceps strain. The 35-year-old lefty pitched 3 2/3 innings, allowing three earned runs on four hits while striking out six in a positive step toward return.
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler's seven-game suspension from the April 7 brawl against Atlanta Braves pitcher Reynaldo López has been reduced to four games following his appeal. He'll miss games starting Wednesday and return Sunday after the San Diego Padres series.
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Shohei Ohtani will start on the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their series finale against the New York Mets on Wednesday night at Dodger Stadium, but he will not hit. The decision marks the first time in years Ohtani has pitched without batting in the same game. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts cited a recent hit-by-pitch and the need to focus on pitching as key factors.
Adrian Del Castillo drove in five runs, including a tiebreaking two-run homer in the 10th inning, to help the Arizona Diamondbacks defeat the Baltimore Orioles 8-5 in 10 innings at Camden Yards. The victory completed a successful nine-game road trip with a 6-3 record for Arizona. Del Castillo also notched his first career triple in the game.
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Major League Baseball marked the 79th anniversary of Jackie Robinson's debut by observing Jackie Robinson Day on Wednesday. All on-field personnel wore his iconic number 42 in Dodger blue, along with special caps and socks. Teams held various commemorative events, donations, and community programs honoring his legacy.
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