Home Run
Yoshida's go-ahead homer lifts Samurai Japan past Australia 4-3, clinches WBC Pool C top seed amid royal attendance and Darvish inspiration
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Masataka Yoshida's two-run homer in the seventh inning powered Samurai Japan's 4-3 comeback win over Australia in the 2026 World Baseball Classic Pool C at Tokyo Dome, securing the top spot with a perfect 3-0 record. The match, attended by Japan's Emperor, Empress, and Princess Aiko, highlighted Yoshida's tournament dominance and team morale boosted by adviser Yu Darvish's symbolic jersey.
Pete Alonso made his first appearance in New York since signing with the Baltimore Orioles, homering on his first swing against the Yankees in the Bronx. The 31-year-old slugger reflected on his Mets past amid a three-game series opener Friday night. He expressed contentment with his new team despite a slow start to the season.
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Yordan Alvarez hit his 11th home run of the season, a two-run shot in the first inning, to lead the Houston Astros to a 2-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. The designated hitter went 3-for-4 and raised his batting average to .347 in the series finale on Wednesday. Houston's pitchers combined for a five-hitter shutout.
In a spring training game against the Atlanta Braves, Boston Red Sox outfielders Roman Anthony and Ceddanne Rafaela collided on a fly ball but avoided serious injuries during the team's 15-8 defeat at CoolToday Park. Prospect Marcelo Mayer marked his return from wrist surgery with a solo home run in his debut. Manager Alex Cora emphasized the need for better communication to prevent such incidents.
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Will Smith delivered the Los Angeles Dodgers' first home run of the 2026 spring training, tying the game with a solo shot in the fifth inning against the Chicago White Sox. The Dodgers secured a 7-6 victory at Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona, remaining undefeated through five games. This ended a power drought that had persisted despite their strong start to the exhibition season.