Deadspin | MLB roundup: Dodgers sock 5 homers in World Series rematch with Jays Apr 6, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) hits a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images Dalton Rushing had two home runs among his four hits Monday night and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers went deep five times while defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 14-2. Former Blue Jay Teoscar Hernandez had a two-run homer and four RBIs while Freddie Freeman added a two-run homer and three RBIs in a rematch of the 2025 World Series. Shohei Ohtani contributed two hits and a solo shot for the Dodgers, who have won four straight. Justin Wrobleski (1-0) allowed one run in five innings. Kazuma Okamoto had two hits for the Blue Jays, who have lost five in a row. Max Scherzer (1-1) left because of forearm tendinitis after permitting two runs in two innings, but he could make his next scheduled start, according to manager John Schneider. Royals 4, Guardians 2 Carter Jensen hit a go-ahead, solo homer in the sixth inning and Jonathan India belted a two-run shot in the eighth, lifting Kansas City past host Cleveland on a night Jose Ramirez became the Guardians’ all-time leader in games played. Jensen drove a fastball into the right field stands off rookie Peyton Pallette (0-1), giving the Royals their first lead at 2-1. India, who had an RBI single in the fourth, took Kolby Allard deep to left two innings later to plate Jensen and make it 4-1. Michael Wacha (1-0) pitched seven strong innings, giving up one run on a homer to Steven Kwan as part of three hits. Ramirez appeared in his franchise-record 1,620th game, walking twice and going 0-for-2. The seven-time All-Star surpassed Terry Turner for the mark. Rockies 9, Astros 7 Willi Castro had two hits in Colorado’s eight-run fifth inning, Troy Johnston homered among his three hits, and Colorado beat Houston in Denver. Edouard Julien and TJ Rumfield had two hits and two RBIs each and Juan Mejia picked up his first save of the season for the Rockies, who have won two in a row after dropping the first two games of their opening homestand. Jose Altuve had three hits while Cam Smith finished with two hits, including a home run, for the Astros. Reliever Ryan Weiss (0-1) was tagged for seven runs (six earned) in 2 2/3 innings. Padres 5, Pirates 0 Nick Castellanos and Jake Cronenworth each had a double and an RBI among two hits to lead San Diego past the Pirates, the Padres’ seventh straight win in Pittsburgh. Xander Bogaerts and Freddy Fermin each also had two hits for the Padres, who backed up a strong start by German Marquez (1-1) — five shutout innings. Relievers Ron Marinaccio and David Morgan completed the combined shutout. Pittsburgh starter Bubba Chandler (0-1) lasted 4 1/3 innings and gave up three runs on five hits. Rays 6, Cubs 4 Cedric Mullins and Jonathan Aranda crushed two-run homers, and Tampa Bay returned to its renovated domed stadium with a win over Chicago in St. Petersburg, Fla. It was the Rays’ first game at Tropicana Field in 19 months after the destruction from Hurricane Milton — 561 days ago. Junior Caminero hit a solo shot for the second straight game, and Yandy Diaz (stolen base) and Chandler Simpson (two stolen bases) had two hits apiece. Matt Shaw homered in the ninth, and Nico Hoerner drove in two runs as the Cubs mustered four hits and lost for the second straight time. Reds 2, Marlins 0 Brandon Williamson (1-1) pitched 6 2/3 innings of scoreless baseball and hometown hero Sal Stewart stroked an RBI single as Cincinnati defeated host Miami. Tyler Stephenson also homered and Stewart stole a base in his homecoming to help the Reds win their fourth straight game. Emilio Pagan pitched a 1-2-3 ninth to earn his fourth save of the year. Marlins starter Janson Junk (0-1) was solid in 7 1/3 innings, allowing seven hits and two runs. However, the Marlins managed just three hits. Brewers 8, Red Sox 6 Garrett Mitchell’s two-out RBI single in the eighth inning broke a tie and helped visiting Milwaukee defeat Boston. Aaron Ashby (3-0) earned the win after tossing 1 1/3 innings of scoreless relief. Christian Yelich had three hits as the Brewers improved to 8-2. Willson Contreras collected three hits for the Red Sox, including a solo home run that capped the scoring in the ninth. Garrett Whitlock (0-1) took the loss in relief as Boston fell to 2-8. Orioles 2, White Sox 1 Brandon Young pitched five shutout innings in a spot start and Gunnar Henderson homered, helping to snap visiting Baltimore’s three-game losing streak and hand Chicago its first home loss of the season. Young (1-0) scattered two hits and two walks while striking out two after being called up from Triple-A Norfolk before the game. He replaced hurler Dietrich Enns, who was placed on the 15-day injured list. Tyler O’Neill also drove in a run for the Orioles, and Ryan Helsley picked up his third save. Chicago’s Erick Fedde (0-2) surrendered two runs and five hits in six innings. Chase Meidroth went 2-for-3 with a walk. Twins 7, Tigers 3 Luke Keaschall clubbed a tiebreaking two-run home run and Minnesota pulled away for a win over Detroit in Minneapolis. Victor Caratini went 2-for-4 with three RBIs for the Twins and Matt Wallner finished 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Keaschall’s fourth-inning shot put the Twins ahead for good to give Joe Ryan (1-1) the win after he pitched five innings, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits. Tigers starter Casey Mize (0-1) yielded five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Zach McKinstry went 1-for-3 with two RBIs to lead Detroit at the plate. Nationals 9, Cardinals 6 James Wood, Brady House and CJ Abrams homered in a six-run eighth inning as Washington rallied for a win against St. Louis in Washington, ending the Nationals’ five-game losing streak. Washington trailed 6-3 before Wood tied the game with a three-run bomb, House launched a two-run homer for the lead and Abrams added some insurance with a solo shot. House had three hits overall. Cionel Perez (1-1) recorded the win with a scoreless ninth. Ramon Urias had three hits including a homer for the Cardinals. Jordan Walker broke a 3-3 tie with an eighth-inning solo blast and recorded a single. Matt Svanson (0-1) gave up three runs in two-thirds of an inning. Rangers 2, Mariners 1 Corey Seager had two hits and an RBI and Jake Burger drove in the tiebreaking run with a sixth-inning double, leading Texas past slumping Seattle in Arlington, Texas. Seager scored the game-winning run after reaching base with two outs. Burger then drove him home to give reliever Jalen Beeks (1-0) the win. Jacob DeGrom made Burger and Seager’s heroics possible by throwing five one-hit innings, only giving up a solo shot. Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh launched his first homer of the season in the first inning. Logan Gilbert (0-2) permitted two runs on six hits in six innings, but it wasn’t enough for Seattle to avoid a fifth loss in six games. Angels 6, Braves 2 Jose Soriano struck out 10 over eight innings and Jo Adell and Zach Neto homered to lead Los Angeles past Atlanta in Anaheim, Calif., for its third straight victory. Soriano retired 19 batters in a row at one point as he gave up just one run on three hits. Jordan Romano recorded his fourth save, while Logan O’Hoppe, Yoan Moncada, and Bryce Teodosio each had an RBI. Braves starter Chris Sale (2-1) gave up six runs on five hits, two walks and two hit batters in four-plus innings. It was the first time Sale allowed at least six runs in a game since June 1, 2024. Drake Baldwin and Mauricio Dubon each homered as the Braves lost their third straight game. Phillies 6, Giants 4 Bryce Harper had three hits and drove in three runs, the Philadelphia bullpen threw five shutout innings and the visiting Phillies downed San Francisco. Andrew Painter only lasted four innings, spotting the Giants a 4-0 lead. However, Philadelphia’s bullpen pitched five frames of shutout ball, including Jhoan Duran picking up his fourth save. Jonathan Bowlan (1-0) got the win after the Phillies went ahead in the seventh. Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Trea Turner also recorded RBIs to help Philadelphia win its fifth game in six tries. Ryan Borucki (0-1) gave up two runs and recorded just one out to take the loss. Adrian Houser couldn’t hold the early 4-0 lead, permitting four runs over six innings. Matt Chapman, Heliot Ramos and Luis Arraez all drove in runs for the Giants. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #MLB #roundup #Dodgers #sock #homers #World #Series #rematch #Jays

Deadspin | MLB roundup: Dodgers sock 5 homers in World Series rematch with Jays
Deadspin | MLB roundup: Dodgers sock 5 homers in World Series rematch with Jays Apr 6, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) hits a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images Dalton Rushing had two home runs among his four hits Monday night and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers went deep five times while defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 14-2. Former Blue Jay Teoscar Hernandez had a two-run homer and four RBIs while Freddie Freeman added a two-run homer and three RBIs in a rematch of the 2025 World Series. Shohei Ohtani contributed two hits and a solo shot for the Dodgers, who have won four straight. Justin Wrobleski (1-0) allowed one run in five innings. Kazuma Okamoto had two hits for the Blue Jays, who have lost five in a row. Max Scherzer (1-1) left because of forearm tendinitis after permitting two runs in two innings, but he could make his next scheduled start, according to manager John Schneider. Royals 4, Guardians 2 Carter Jensen hit a go-ahead, solo homer in the sixth inning and Jonathan India belted a two-run shot in the eighth, lifting Kansas City past host Cleveland on a night Jose Ramirez became the Guardians’ all-time leader in games played. Jensen drove a fastball into the right field stands off rookie Peyton Pallette (0-1), giving the Royals their first lead at 2-1. India, who had an RBI single in the fourth, took Kolby Allard deep to left two innings later to plate Jensen and make it 4-1. Michael Wacha (1-0) pitched seven strong innings, giving up one run on a homer to Steven Kwan as part of three hits. Ramirez appeared in his franchise-record 1,620th game, walking twice and going 0-for-2. The seven-time All-Star surpassed Terry Turner for the mark. Rockies 9, Astros 7 Willi Castro had two hits in Colorado’s eight-run fifth inning, Troy Johnston homered among his three hits, and Colorado beat Houston in Denver. Edouard Julien and TJ Rumfield had two hits and two RBIs each and Juan Mejia picked up his first save of the season for the Rockies, who have won two in a row after dropping the first two games of their opening homestand. Jose Altuve had three hits while Cam Smith finished with two hits, including a home run, for the Astros. Reliever Ryan Weiss (0-1) was tagged for seven runs (six earned) in 2 2/3 innings. Padres 5, Pirates 0 Nick Castellanos and Jake Cronenworth each had a double and an RBI among two hits to lead San Diego past the Pirates, the Padres’ seventh straight win in Pittsburgh. Xander Bogaerts and Freddy Fermin each also had two hits for the Padres, who backed up a strong start by German Marquez (1-1) — five shutout innings. Relievers Ron Marinaccio and David Morgan completed the combined shutout. Pittsburgh starter Bubba Chandler (0-1) lasted 4 1/3 innings and gave up three runs on five hits. Rays 6, Cubs 4 Cedric Mullins and Jonathan Aranda crushed two-run homers, and Tampa Bay returned to its renovated domed stadium with a win over Chicago in St. Petersburg, Fla. It was the Rays’ first game at Tropicana Field in 19 months after the destruction from Hurricane Milton — 561 days ago. Junior Caminero hit a solo shot for the second straight game, and Yandy Diaz (stolen base) and Chandler Simpson (two stolen bases) had two hits apiece. Matt Shaw homered in the ninth, and Nico Hoerner drove in two runs as the Cubs mustered four hits and lost for the second straight time. Reds 2, Marlins 0 Brandon Williamson (1-1) pitched 6 2/3 innings of scoreless baseball and hometown hero Sal Stewart stroked an RBI single as Cincinnati defeated host Miami. Tyler Stephenson also homered and Stewart stole a base in his homecoming to help the Reds win their fourth straight game. Emilio Pagan pitched a 1-2-3 ninth to earn his fourth save of the year. Marlins starter Janson Junk (0-1) was solid in 7 1/3 innings, allowing seven hits and two runs. However, the Marlins managed just three hits. Brewers 8, Red Sox 6 Garrett Mitchell’s two-out RBI single in the eighth inning broke a tie and helped visiting Milwaukee defeat Boston. Aaron Ashby (3-0) earned the win after tossing 1 1/3 innings of scoreless relief. Christian Yelich had three hits as the Brewers improved to 8-2. Willson Contreras collected three hits for the Red Sox, including a solo home run that capped the scoring in the ninth. Garrett Whitlock (0-1) took the loss in relief as Boston fell to 2-8. Orioles 2, White Sox 1 Brandon Young pitched five shutout innings in a spot start and Gunnar Henderson homered, helping to snap visiting Baltimore’s three-game losing streak and hand Chicago its first home loss of the season. Young (1-0) scattered two hits and two walks while striking out two after being called up from Triple-A Norfolk before the game. He replaced hurler Dietrich Enns, who was placed on the 15-day injured list. Tyler O’Neill also drove in a run for the Orioles, and Ryan Helsley picked up his third save. Chicago’s Erick Fedde (0-2) surrendered two runs and five hits in six innings. Chase Meidroth went 2-for-3 with a walk. Twins 7, Tigers 3 Luke Keaschall clubbed a tiebreaking two-run home run and Minnesota pulled away for a win over Detroit in Minneapolis. Victor Caratini went 2-for-4 with three RBIs for the Twins and Matt Wallner finished 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Keaschall’s fourth-inning shot put the Twins ahead for good to give Joe Ryan (1-1) the win after he pitched five innings, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits. Tigers starter Casey Mize (0-1) yielded five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Zach McKinstry went 1-for-3 with two RBIs to lead Detroit at the plate. Nationals 9, Cardinals 6 James Wood, Brady House and CJ Abrams homered in a six-run eighth inning as Washington rallied for a win against St. Louis in Washington, ending the Nationals’ five-game losing streak. Washington trailed 6-3 before Wood tied the game with a three-run bomb, House launched a two-run homer for the lead and Abrams added some insurance with a solo shot. House had three hits overall. Cionel Perez (1-1) recorded the win with a scoreless ninth. Ramon Urias had three hits including a homer for the Cardinals. Jordan Walker broke a 3-3 tie with an eighth-inning solo blast and recorded a single. Matt Svanson (0-1) gave up three runs in two-thirds of an inning. Rangers 2, Mariners 1 Corey Seager had two hits and an RBI and Jake Burger drove in the tiebreaking run with a sixth-inning double, leading Texas past slumping Seattle in Arlington, Texas. Seager scored the game-winning run after reaching base with two outs. Burger then drove him home to give reliever Jalen Beeks (1-0) the win. Jacob DeGrom made Burger and Seager’s heroics possible by throwing five one-hit innings, only giving up a solo shot. Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh launched his first homer of the season in the first inning. Logan Gilbert (0-2) permitted two runs on six hits in six innings, but it wasn’t enough for Seattle to avoid a fifth loss in six games. Angels 6, Braves 2 Jose Soriano struck out 10 over eight innings and Jo Adell and Zach Neto homered to lead Los Angeles past Atlanta in Anaheim, Calif., for its third straight victory. Soriano retired 19 batters in a row at one point as he gave up just one run on three hits. Jordan Romano recorded his fourth save, while Logan O’Hoppe, Yoan Moncada, and Bryce Teodosio each had an RBI. Braves starter Chris Sale (2-1) gave up six runs on five hits, two walks and two hit batters in four-plus innings. It was the first time Sale allowed at least six runs in a game since June 1, 2024. Drake Baldwin and Mauricio Dubon each homered as the Braves lost their third straight game. Phillies 6, Giants 4 Bryce Harper had three hits and drove in three runs, the Philadelphia bullpen threw five shutout innings and the visiting Phillies downed San Francisco. Andrew Painter only lasted four innings, spotting the Giants a 4-0 lead. However, Philadelphia’s bullpen pitched five frames of shutout ball, including Jhoan Duran picking up his fourth save. Jonathan Bowlan (1-0) got the win after the Phillies went ahead in the seventh. Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Trea Turner also recorded RBIs to help Philadelphia win its fifth game in six tries. Ryan Borucki (0-1) gave up two runs and recorded just one out to take the loss. Adrian Houser couldn’t hold the early 4-0 lead, permitting four runs over six innings. Matt Chapman, Heliot Ramos and Luis Arraez all drove in runs for the Giants. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #MLB #roundup #Dodgers #sock #homers #World #Series #rematch #JaysApr 6, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) hits a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Dalton Rushing had two home runs among his four hits Monday night and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers went deep five times while defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 14-2.

Former Blue Jay Teoscar Hernandez had a two-run homer and four RBIs while Freddie Freeman added a two-run homer and three RBIs in a rematch of the 2025 World Series.

Shohei Ohtani contributed two hits and a solo shot for the Dodgers, who have won four straight. Justin Wrobleski (1-0) allowed one run in five innings.

Kazuma Okamoto had two hits for the Blue Jays, who have lost five in a row. Max Scherzer (1-1) left because of forearm tendinitis after permitting two runs in two innings, but he could make his next scheduled start, according to manager John Schneider.

Royals 4, Guardians 2

Carter Jensen hit a go-ahead, solo homer in the sixth inning and Jonathan India belted a two-run shot in the eighth, lifting Kansas City past host Cleveland on a night Jose Ramirez became the Guardians’ all-time leader in games played.

Jensen drove a fastball into the right field stands off rookie Peyton Pallette (0-1), giving the Royals their first lead at 2-1. India, who had an RBI single in the fourth, took Kolby Allard deep to left two innings later to plate Jensen and make it 4-1.

Michael Wacha (1-0) pitched seven strong innings, giving up one run on a homer to Steven Kwan as part of three hits. Ramirez appeared in his franchise-record 1,620th game, walking twice and going 0-for-2. The seven-time All-Star surpassed Terry Turner for the mark.

Rockies 9, Astros 7

Willi Castro had two hits in Colorado’s eight-run fifth inning, Troy Johnston homered among his three hits, and Colorado beat Houston in Denver.

Edouard Julien and TJ Rumfield had two hits and two RBIs each and Juan Mejia picked up his first save of the season for the Rockies, who have won two in a row after dropping the first two games of their opening homestand.

Jose Altuve had three hits while Cam Smith finished with two hits, including a home run, for the Astros. Reliever Ryan Weiss (0-1) was tagged for seven runs (six earned) in 2 2/3 innings.

Padres 5, Pirates 0

Nick Castellanos and Jake Cronenworth each had a double and an RBI among two hits to lead San Diego past the Pirates, the Padres’ seventh straight win in Pittsburgh.

Xander Bogaerts and Freddy Fermin each also had two hits for the Padres, who backed up a strong start by German Marquez (1-1) — five shutout innings. Relievers Ron Marinaccio and David Morgan completed the combined shutout.

Pittsburgh starter Bubba Chandler (0-1) lasted 4 1/3 innings and gave up three runs on five hits.

Rays 6, Cubs 4

Cedric Mullins and Jonathan Aranda crushed two-run homers, and Tampa Bay returned to its renovated domed stadium with a win over Chicago in St. Petersburg, Fla.

It was the Rays’ first game at Tropicana Field in 19 months after the destruction from Hurricane Milton — 561 days ago. Junior Caminero hit a solo shot for the second straight game, and Yandy Diaz (stolen base) and Chandler Simpson (two stolen bases) had two hits apiece.

Matt Shaw homered in the ninth, and Nico Hoerner drove in two runs as the Cubs mustered four hits and lost for the second straight time.

Reds 2, Marlins 0

Brandon Williamson (1-1) pitched 6 2/3 innings of scoreless baseball and hometown hero Sal Stewart stroked an RBI single as Cincinnati defeated host Miami.

Tyler Stephenson also homered and Stewart stole a base in his homecoming to help the Reds win their fourth straight game. Emilio Pagan pitched a 1-2-3 ninth to earn his fourth save of the year.

Marlins starter Janson Junk (0-1) was solid in 7 1/3 innings, allowing seven hits and two runs. However, the Marlins managed just three hits.

Brewers 8, Red Sox 6

Garrett Mitchell’s two-out RBI single in the eighth inning broke a tie and helped visiting Milwaukee defeat Boston.


Aaron Ashby (3-0) earned the win after tossing 1 1/3 innings of scoreless relief. Christian Yelich had three hits as the Brewers improved to 8-2.

Willson Contreras collected three hits for the Red Sox, including a solo home run that capped the scoring in the ninth. Garrett Whitlock (0-1) took the loss in relief as Boston fell to 2-8.

Orioles 2, White Sox 1

Brandon Young pitched five shutout innings in a spot start and Gunnar Henderson homered, helping to snap visiting Baltimore’s three-game losing streak and hand Chicago its first home loss of the season.

Young (1-0) scattered two hits and two walks while striking out two after being called up from Triple-A Norfolk before the game. He replaced hurler Dietrich Enns, who was placed on the 15-day injured list. Tyler O’Neill also drove in a run for the Orioles, and Ryan Helsley picked up his third save.

Chicago’s Erick Fedde (0-2) surrendered two runs and five hits in six innings. Chase Meidroth went 2-for-3 with a walk.

Twins 7, Tigers 3

Luke Keaschall clubbed a tiebreaking two-run home run and Minnesota pulled away for a win over Detroit in Minneapolis.

Victor Caratini went 2-for-4 with three RBIs for the Twins and Matt Wallner finished 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Keaschall’s fourth-inning shot put the Twins ahead for good to give Joe Ryan (1-1) the win after he pitched five innings, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits.

Tigers starter Casey Mize (0-1) yielded five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Zach McKinstry went 1-for-3 with two RBIs to lead Detroit at the plate.

Nationals 9, Cardinals 6

James Wood, Brady House and CJ Abrams homered in a six-run eighth inning as Washington rallied for a win against St. Louis in Washington, ending the Nationals’ five-game losing streak.

Washington trailed 6-3 before Wood tied the game with a three-run bomb, House launched a two-run homer for the lead and Abrams added some insurance with a solo shot. House had three hits overall. Cionel Perez (1-1) recorded the win with a scoreless ninth.

Ramon Urias had three hits including a homer for the Cardinals. Jordan Walker broke a 3-3 tie with an eighth-inning solo blast and recorded a single. Matt Svanson (0-1) gave up three runs in two-thirds of an inning.

Rangers 2, Mariners 1

Corey Seager had two hits and an RBI and Jake Burger drove in the tiebreaking run with a sixth-inning double, leading Texas past slumping Seattle in Arlington, Texas.

Seager scored the game-winning run after reaching base with two outs. Burger then drove him home to give reliever Jalen Beeks (1-0) the win. Jacob DeGrom made Burger and Seager’s heroics possible by throwing five one-hit innings, only giving up a solo shot.

Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh launched his first homer of the season in the first inning. Logan Gilbert (0-2) permitted two runs on six hits in six innings, but it wasn’t enough for Seattle to avoid a fifth loss in six games.

Angels 6, Braves 2

Jose Soriano struck out 10 over eight innings and Jo Adell and Zach Neto homered to lead Los Angeles past Atlanta in Anaheim, Calif., for its third straight victory.

Soriano retired 19 batters in a row at one point as he gave up just one run on three hits. Jordan Romano recorded his fourth save, while Logan O’Hoppe, Yoan Moncada, and Bryce Teodosio each had an RBI.

Braves starter Chris Sale (2-1) gave up six runs on five hits, two walks and two hit batters in four-plus innings. It was the first time Sale allowed at least six runs in a game since June 1, 2024. Drake Baldwin and Mauricio Dubon each homered as the Braves lost their third straight game.

Phillies 6, Giants 4

Bryce Harper had three hits and drove in three runs, the Philadelphia bullpen threw five shutout innings and the visiting Phillies downed San Francisco.

Andrew Painter only lasted four innings, spotting the Giants a 4-0 lead. However, Philadelphia’s bullpen pitched five frames of shutout ball, including Jhoan Duran picking up his fourth save. Jonathan Bowlan (1-0) got the win after the Phillies went ahead in the seventh. Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Trea Turner also recorded RBIs to help Philadelphia win its fifth game in six tries.

Ryan Borucki (0-1) gave up two runs and recorded just one out to take the loss. Adrian Houser couldn’t hold the early 4-0 lead, permitting four runs over six innings. Matt Chapman, Heliot Ramos and Luis Arraez all drove in runs for the Giants.

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Apr 6, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing (68) hits a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the eighth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Dalton Rushing had two home runs among his four hits Monday night and the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers went deep five times while defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 14-2.

Former Blue Jay Teoscar Hernandez had a two-run homer and four RBIs while Freddie Freeman added a two-run homer and three RBIs in a rematch of the 2025 World Series.

Shohei Ohtani contributed two hits and a solo shot for the Dodgers, who have won four straight. Justin Wrobleski (1-0) allowed one run in five innings.

Kazuma Okamoto had two hits for the Blue Jays, who have lost five in a row. Max Scherzer (1-1) left because of forearm tendinitis after permitting two runs in two innings, but he could make his next scheduled start, according to manager John Schneider.

Royals 4, Guardians 2

Carter Jensen hit a go-ahead, solo homer in the sixth inning and Jonathan India belted a two-run shot in the eighth, lifting Kansas City past host Cleveland on a night Jose Ramirez became the Guardians’ all-time leader in games played.

Jensen drove a fastball into the right field stands off rookie Peyton Pallette (0-1), giving the Royals their first lead at 2-1. India, who had an RBI single in the fourth, took Kolby Allard deep to left two innings later to plate Jensen and make it 4-1.

Michael Wacha (1-0) pitched seven strong innings, giving up one run on a homer to Steven Kwan as part of three hits. Ramirez appeared in his franchise-record 1,620th game, walking twice and going 0-for-2. The seven-time All-Star surpassed Terry Turner for the mark.

Rockies 9, Astros 7

Willi Castro had two hits in Colorado’s eight-run fifth inning, Troy Johnston homered among his three hits, and Colorado beat Houston in Denver.

Edouard Julien and TJ Rumfield had two hits and two RBIs each and Juan Mejia picked up his first save of the season for the Rockies, who have won two in a row after dropping the first two games of their opening homestand.

Jose Altuve had three hits while Cam Smith finished with two hits, including a home run, for the Astros. Reliever Ryan Weiss (0-1) was tagged for seven runs (six earned) in 2 2/3 innings.

Padres 5, Pirates 0

Nick Castellanos and Jake Cronenworth each had a double and an RBI among two hits to lead San Diego past the Pirates, the Padres’ seventh straight win in Pittsburgh.

Xander Bogaerts and Freddy Fermin each also had two hits for the Padres, who backed up a strong start by German Marquez (1-1) — five shutout innings. Relievers Ron Marinaccio and David Morgan completed the combined shutout.

Pittsburgh starter Bubba Chandler (0-1) lasted 4 1/3 innings and gave up three runs on five hits.

Rays 6, Cubs 4

Cedric Mullins and Jonathan Aranda crushed two-run homers, and Tampa Bay returned to its renovated domed stadium with a win over Chicago in St. Petersburg, Fla.

It was the Rays’ first game at Tropicana Field in 19 months after the destruction from Hurricane Milton — 561 days ago. Junior Caminero hit a solo shot for the second straight game, and Yandy Diaz (stolen base) and Chandler Simpson (two stolen bases) had two hits apiece.

Matt Shaw homered in the ninth, and Nico Hoerner drove in two runs as the Cubs mustered four hits and lost for the second straight time.

Reds 2, Marlins 0

Brandon Williamson (1-1) pitched 6 2/3 innings of scoreless baseball and hometown hero Sal Stewart stroked an RBI single as Cincinnati defeated host Miami.

Tyler Stephenson also homered and Stewart stole a base in his homecoming to help the Reds win their fourth straight game. Emilio Pagan pitched a 1-2-3 ninth to earn his fourth save of the year.

Marlins starter Janson Junk (0-1) was solid in 7 1/3 innings, allowing seven hits and two runs. However, the Marlins managed just three hits.

Brewers 8, Red Sox 6

Garrett Mitchell’s two-out RBI single in the eighth inning broke a tie and helped visiting Milwaukee defeat Boston.

Aaron Ashby (3-0) earned the win after tossing 1 1/3 innings of scoreless relief. Christian Yelich had three hits as the Brewers improved to 8-2.

Willson Contreras collected three hits for the Red Sox, including a solo home run that capped the scoring in the ninth. Garrett Whitlock (0-1) took the loss in relief as Boston fell to 2-8.

Orioles 2, White Sox 1

Brandon Young pitched five shutout innings in a spot start and Gunnar Henderson homered, helping to snap visiting Baltimore’s three-game losing streak and hand Chicago its first home loss of the season.

Young (1-0) scattered two hits and two walks while striking out two after being called up from Triple-A Norfolk before the game. He replaced hurler Dietrich Enns, who was placed on the 15-day injured list. Tyler O’Neill also drove in a run for the Orioles, and Ryan Helsley picked up his third save.

Chicago’s Erick Fedde (0-2) surrendered two runs and five hits in six innings. Chase Meidroth went 2-for-3 with a walk.

Twins 7, Tigers 3

Luke Keaschall clubbed a tiebreaking two-run home run and Minnesota pulled away for a win over Detroit in Minneapolis.

Victor Caratini went 2-for-4 with three RBIs for the Twins and Matt Wallner finished 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI. Keaschall’s fourth-inning shot put the Twins ahead for good to give Joe Ryan (1-1) the win after he pitched five innings, giving up three runs (two earned) on three hits.

Tigers starter Casey Mize (0-1) yielded five runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Zach McKinstry went 1-for-3 with two RBIs to lead Detroit at the plate.

Nationals 9, Cardinals 6

James Wood, Brady House and CJ Abrams homered in a six-run eighth inning as Washington rallied for a win against St. Louis in Washington, ending the Nationals’ five-game losing streak.

Washington trailed 6-3 before Wood tied the game with a three-run bomb, House launched a two-run homer for the lead and Abrams added some insurance with a solo shot. House had three hits overall. Cionel Perez (1-1) recorded the win with a scoreless ninth.

Ramon Urias had three hits including a homer for the Cardinals. Jordan Walker broke a 3-3 tie with an eighth-inning solo blast and recorded a single. Matt Svanson (0-1) gave up three runs in two-thirds of an inning.

Rangers 2, Mariners 1

Corey Seager had two hits and an RBI and Jake Burger drove in the tiebreaking run with a sixth-inning double, leading Texas past slumping Seattle in Arlington, Texas.

Seager scored the game-winning run after reaching base with two outs. Burger then drove him home to give reliever Jalen Beeks (1-0) the win. Jacob DeGrom made Burger and Seager’s heroics possible by throwing five one-hit innings, only giving up a solo shot.

Mariners slugger Cal Raleigh launched his first homer of the season in the first inning. Logan Gilbert (0-2) permitted two runs on six hits in six innings, but it wasn’t enough for Seattle to avoid a fifth loss in six games.

Angels 6, Braves 2

Jose Soriano struck out 10 over eight innings and Jo Adell and Zach Neto homered to lead Los Angeles past Atlanta in Anaheim, Calif., for its third straight victory.

Soriano retired 19 batters in a row at one point as he gave up just one run on three hits. Jordan Romano recorded his fourth save, while Logan O’Hoppe, Yoan Moncada, and Bryce Teodosio each had an RBI.

Braves starter Chris Sale (2-1) gave up six runs on five hits, two walks and two hit batters in four-plus innings. It was the first time Sale allowed at least six runs in a game since June 1, 2024. Drake Baldwin and Mauricio Dubon each homered as the Braves lost their third straight game.

Phillies 6, Giants 4

Bryce Harper had three hits and drove in three runs, the Philadelphia bullpen threw five shutout innings and the visiting Phillies downed San Francisco.

Andrew Painter only lasted four innings, spotting the Giants a 4-0 lead. However, Philadelphia’s bullpen pitched five frames of shutout ball, including Jhoan Duran picking up his fourth save. Jonathan Bowlan (1-0) got the win after the Phillies went ahead in the seventh. Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh and Trea Turner also recorded RBIs to help Philadelphia win its fifth game in six tries.

Ryan Borucki (0-1) gave up two runs and recorded just one out to take the loss. Adrian Houser couldn’t hold the early 4-0 lead, permitting four runs over six innings. Matt Chapman, Heliot Ramos and Luis Arraez all drove in runs for the Giants.

–Field Level Media

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Deadspin | Kings retake wild-card position with shootout win over Predators Apr 6, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Adam Wilsby (83) and Los Angeles Kings right wing Jared Wright (53) vie for the puck during the second period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images Joel Armia and Scott Laughton scored in regulation and Adrian Kempe had the lone goal in the shootout, lifting the Los Angeles Kings to a 3-2 win against the visiting Nashville Predators on Monday night. Anton Forsberg made 29 saves and did not surrender a goal in the shootout for the Kings (32-26-19, 83 points), who stretched their point streak to four games (3-0-1) and moved a point ahead of the Predators for the second Western Conference wild-card spot. The Kings and Predators, who each have five games left, are one point ahead of the San Jose Sharks and two points in front of the Winnipeg Jets. Roman Josi had a goal and an assist, Steven Stamkos also scored and Juuse Saros made 26 saves for the Predators (36-31-10, 82 points). Nashville had moved into the second wild-card spot with a 5-4 shootout victory in Los Angeles on Thursday and remained there following a 6-3 win at San Jose on Saturday. Nashville won its previous two meetings against the Kings in shootouts this season. The Kings scored the lone goal of the first period. Armia took the puck behind the Nashville net and made a pass out front to Jared Wright. The puck went off Wright’s skate and back toward Saros, who tried to pokecheck it away, but the puck went to Armia at the bottom of the left faceoff circle, and he shot it into the net for a 1-0 lead at 5:36. The Kings committed two minor penalties four seconds apart early in the second period, and Nashville scored on the ensuing 5-on-3. Ryan O’Reilly passed the puck through the slot to Stamkos, who tallied with a one-timer from the right faceoff circle to tie it 1-1 at 4:29. Los Angeles went on top again at 13:57 of the second period after Wright brought the puck down the right wall in the Nashville zone with speed. Just as he reached the goal line, Wright centered the puck to Laughton, who lifted it into the net for a 2-1 lead. The Predators tied it 2-2 at 4:18 of the third. Filip Forsberg’s shot went wide but kicked out the other side of the net and Josi was there to shoot it under Anton Forsberg’s left pad from the left circle. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #Kings #retake #wildcard #position #shootout #win #PredatorsApr 6, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Adam Wilsby (83) and Los Angeles Kings right wing Jared Wright (53) vie for the puck during the second period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Joel Armia and Scott Laughton scored in regulation and Adrian Kempe had the lone goal in the shootout, lifting the Los Angeles Kings to a 3-2 win against the visiting Nashville Predators on Monday night.

Anton Forsberg made 29 saves and did not surrender a goal in the shootout for the Kings (32-26-19, 83 points), who stretched their point streak to four games (3-0-1) and moved a point ahead of the Predators for the second Western Conference wild-card spot.

The Kings and Predators, who each have five games left, are one point ahead of the San Jose Sharks and two points in front of the Winnipeg Jets.

Roman Josi had a goal and an assist, Steven Stamkos also scored and Juuse Saros made 26 saves for the Predators (36-31-10, 82 points). Nashville had moved into the second wild-card spot with a 5-4 shootout victory in Los Angeles on Thursday and remained there following a 6-3 win at San Jose on Saturday.

Nashville won its previous two meetings against the Kings in shootouts this season.


The Kings scored the lone goal of the first period.

Armia took the puck behind the Nashville net and made a pass out front to Jared Wright. The puck went off Wright’s skate and back toward Saros, who tried to pokecheck it away, but the puck went to Armia at the bottom of the left faceoff circle, and he shot it into the net for a 1-0 lead at 5:36.

The Kings committed two minor penalties four seconds apart early in the second period, and Nashville scored on the ensuing 5-on-3. Ryan O’Reilly passed the puck through the slot to Stamkos, who tallied with a one-timer from the right faceoff circle to tie it 1-1 at 4:29.

Los Angeles went on top again at 13:57 of the second period after Wright brought the puck down the right wall in the Nashville zone with speed. Just as he reached the goal line, Wright centered the puck to Laughton, who lifted it into the net for a 2-1 lead.

The Predators tied it 2-2 at 4:18 of the third. Filip Forsberg’s shot went wide but kicked out the other side of the net and Josi was there to shoot it under Anton Forsberg’s left pad from the left circle.

–Field Level Media

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Arsenal will hope to recover from a pair of devastating defeats as it faces Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday.

The Gunners had been chasing an unprecedented quadruple until their domestic cup dreams were demolished in painful fashion, the most recent loss being to second-division side Southampton in the FA Cup semifinals.

Arsenal’s slump has plunged the club’s long-suffering fans into a bout of soul-searching.

The north Londoners haven’t won a trophy since the 2020 FA Cup, and three consecutive runners-up finishes in the Premier League have raised doubts about their ability to finally land silverware.

Sporting vs Arsenal, UCL: Champions League quarterfinal, head-to-head, live streaming info Arsenal will hope to recover from a pair of devastating defeats as it faces Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday.The Gunners had been chasing an unprecedented quadruple until their domestic cup dreams were demolished in painful fashion, the most recent loss being to second-division side Southampton in the FA Cup semifinals.Arsenal’s slump has plunged the club’s long-suffering fans into a bout of soul-searching.The north Londoners haven’t won a trophy since the 2020 FA Cup, and three consecutive runners-up finishes in the Premier League have raised doubts about their ability to finally land silverware.Sporting vs Arsenal head-to-head: Total matches: 7 Sporting: 0 Arsenal: 3 Draws: 4 When was the last time Arsenal played Sporting in the Champions League?Arsenal last played Sporting in the UEFA Champions League in the 2024-25 league phase. The Gunners won that match 5-1.When and where will Arsenal vs Sporting be played?Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 quarterfinals will be played at the Jose Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon, Spain.The match is scheduled to kick off on April 7 at 8 pm local time (12:30 am IST, April 8).How to watch Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League?Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League can be watched on the Sony Sports Network on TV in India. Moreover, it can also be live-streamed on Sony LIV.In the UK, fans can watch the game on TNT Sports on TV. It can also be live-streamed on the HBO Max app and website, on a subscriber-only basis.In the USA, Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich can be watched on Paramount+.Published on Apr 07, 2026 #Sporting #Arsenal #UCL #Champions #League #quarterfinal #headtohead #live #streaming #info

Sporting vs Arsenal head-to-head:

  • Total matches: 7
  • Sporting: 0
  • Arsenal: 3
  • Draws: 4

When was the last time Arsenal played Sporting in the Champions League?

Arsenal last played Sporting in the UEFA Champions League in the 2024-25 league phase. The Gunners won that match 5-1.

When and where will Arsenal vs Sporting be played?

Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 quarterfinals will be played at the Jose Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon, Spain.

The match is scheduled to kick off on April 7 at 8 pm local time (12:30 am IST, April 8).

How to watch Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League?

Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League can be watched on the Sony Sports Network on TV in India. Moreover, it can also be live-streamed on Sony LIV.

In the UK, fans can watch the game on TNT Sports on TV. It can also be live-streamed on the HBO Max app and website, on a subscriber-only basis.

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#Sporting #Arsenal #UCL #Champions #League #quarterfinal #headtohead #live #streaming #info">Sporting vs Arsenal, UCL: Champions League quarterfinal, head-to-head, live streaming info Arsenal will hope to recover from a pair of devastating defeats as it faces Sporting Lisbon in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday.The Gunners had been chasing an unprecedented quadruple until their domestic cup dreams were demolished in painful fashion, the most recent loss being to second-division side Southampton in the FA Cup semifinals.Arsenal’s slump has plunged the club’s long-suffering fans into a bout of soul-searching.The north Londoners haven’t won a trophy since the 2020 FA Cup, and three consecutive runners-up finishes in the Premier League have raised doubts about their ability to finally land silverware.Sporting vs Arsenal head-to-head: Total matches: 7 Sporting: 0 Arsenal: 3 Draws: 4 When was the last time Arsenal played Sporting in the Champions League?Arsenal last played Sporting in the UEFA Champions League in the 2024-25 league phase. The Gunners won that match 5-1.When and where will Arsenal vs Sporting be played?Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League 2025-26 quarterfinals will be played at the Jose Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon, Spain.The match is scheduled to kick off on April 7 at 8 pm local time (12:30 am IST, April 8).How to watch Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League?Arsenal vs Sporting in the UEFA Champions League can be watched on the Sony Sports Network on TV in India. Moreover, it can also be live-streamed on Sony LIV.In the UK, fans can watch the game on TNT Sports on TV. It can also be live-streamed on the HBO Max app and website, on a subscriber-only basis.In the USA, Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich can be watched on Paramount+.Published on Apr 07, 2026 #Sporting #Arsenal #UCL #Champions #League #quarterfinal #headtohead #live #streaming #info

Deadspin | NBA roundup: Magic continue playoff push with win over Pistons Apr 6, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) drives past Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images Paolo Banchero scored 31 points and Desmond Bane added 25 as the Orlando Magic withstood a fourth-quarter rally and closed on a 14-2 run to beat the visiting Detroit Pistons 123-107 on Monday. Anthony Black contributed 14 points off the bench for Orlando, which won for the fourth time in the past five games. Wendell Carter Jr., Jalen Suggs and Tristan da Silva each scored 12 points, and Suggs added a career-high 12 assists. The Magic (43-36), Charlotte Hornets (43-36) and Philadelphia 76ers (43-36) are tied for seventh in the Eastern Conference, a half-game behind the Toronto Raptors (43-35). Jalen Duren and Daniss Jenkins led Detroit (57-22) with 18 points apiece. The Pistons clinched the top seed in the East for the first time since 2006-07 with a 116-93 win at Philadelphia on Saturday. Kevin Huerter and Javonte Green scored 17 points apiece for Detroit, which trailed by as many as 26 in the third quarter before opening the fourth on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit to 12 before ultimately getting as close as 109-105. Spurs 115, 76ers 102 Stephon Castle produced his fifth career triple-double with 19 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds to lead a balanced San Antonio attack as the host Spurs defeated Philadelphia. The Spurs played the second half without star center Victor Wembanyama, who sat out with a left rib contusion suffered in a second-quarter collision with the 76ers’ Paul George. He scored 17 before leaving. San Antonio (60-19) is still alive for the top seed in the West and in the league but would have to win its remaining three games (all at home) and have top-ranked Oklahoma City lose three of its final four contests to attain that goal. Joel Embiid’s 34 points and 12 rebounds paced the 76ers (43-36). Nuggets 137, Trail Blazers 132 (OT) Aaron Gordon’s clutch outside shooting helped Denver rally from being down by as many as 18 points to top visiting Portland. Denver (51-28) trailed for nearly all of regulation before taking a 125-123 lead with 27 seconds remaining when Gordon connected on a deep 2-point jumper in the right corner. Less than a minute earlier, Gordon sank a game-tying 3-pointer on the opposite side of the floor, part of his 23-point performance. The Nuggets’ lead was fleeting, as Deni Avdija answered with a basket in the paint on the other end to force overtime. But in the extra frame, Gordon set the tone with another crucial jumper, knocking down his fourth made 3-pointer of the night as the Nuggets opened OT on a 10-3 run. Nikola Jokic had his 33rd triple-double of the season with 35 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists. Knicks 108, Hawks 105 Jalen Brunson hit the tiebreaking basket with 29.8 seconds remaining and prevented CJ McCollum from getting off a tying 3-point attempt at the buzzer as visiting New York outlasted Atlanta in a possible playoff preview. Brunson scored 17 of his 30 points in the fourth and had 14 of New York’s final 16 points. After Nickeil Alexander-Walker missed a 3-point try with 55.1 seconds left, Brunson attempted to get by McCollum, went to his right and saw a 19-footer bounce twice before going in. OG Anunoby had 22 points while Karl-Anthony Towns collected 21 and 12 rebounds and helped the Knicks (51-28) overcome a 10-point deficit in the third. Alexander-Walker led the Hawks (45-34) with 36 points and hit seven 3s, including a corner 3 that gave Atlanta a 100-95 lead with 3:15 left. Jalen Johnson added 21 and 11 boards as Atlanta lost for just the fourth time in 23 games since the All-Star break. Cavaliers 142, Grizzlies 126 Cleveland overcame a 17-point first-half deficit to defeat host Memphis and secure the 14th 50-win season in franchise history — despite the Grizzlies tying the NBA record for most made 3-pointers in a game. Evan Mobley led the Cavs (50-29) with 24 points while Dennis Schroder added 22 points and 11 assists, and Sam Merrill scored 21. Keon Ellis contributed 19 points and eight assists and Jarrett Allen had 13 points and nine boards for Cleveland, which won for the ninth time in 11 games. Plagued by injuries throughout the season, Memphis (25-54) lost its fifth straight and fell for the 18th time in 20 games. Nonetheless, the club tied the 3-point mark when Adama Bal’s 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining in the game gave the Grizzlies their 29th trey, tying Boston (2024) and Milwaukee (2020) for the record. Memphis finished 29 of 59 (49.2%) from long range. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #NBA #roundup #Magic #continue #playoff #push #win #PistonsApr 6, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) drives past Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Paolo Banchero scored 31 points and Desmond Bane added 25 as the Orlando Magic withstood a fourth-quarter rally and closed on a 14-2 run to beat the visiting Detroit Pistons 123-107 on Monday.

Anthony Black contributed 14 points off the bench for Orlando, which won for the fourth time in the past five games. Wendell Carter Jr., Jalen Suggs and Tristan da Silva each scored 12 points, and Suggs added a career-high 12 assists. The Magic (43-36), Charlotte Hornets (43-36) and Philadelphia 76ers (43-36) are tied for seventh in the Eastern Conference, a half-game behind the Toronto Raptors (43-35).

Jalen Duren and Daniss Jenkins led Detroit (57-22) with 18 points apiece. The Pistons clinched the top seed in the East for the first time since 2006-07 with a 116-93 win at Philadelphia on Saturday.

Kevin Huerter and Javonte Green scored 17 points apiece for Detroit, which trailed by as many as 26 in the third quarter before opening the fourth on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit to 12 before ultimately getting as close as 109-105.

Spurs 115, 76ers 102

Stephon Castle produced his fifth career triple-double with 19 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds to lead a balanced San Antonio attack as the host Spurs defeated Philadelphia.

The Spurs played the second half without star center Victor Wembanyama, who sat out with a left rib contusion suffered in a second-quarter collision with the 76ers’ Paul George. He scored 17 before leaving.

San Antonio (60-19) is still alive for the top seed in the West and in the league but would have to win its remaining three games (all at home) and have top-ranked Oklahoma City lose three of its final four contests to attain that goal. Joel Embiid’s 34 points and 12 rebounds paced the 76ers (43-36).

Nuggets 137, Trail Blazers 132 (OT)

Aaron Gordon’s clutch outside shooting helped Denver rally from being down by as many as 18 points to top visiting Portland.


Denver (51-28) trailed for nearly all of regulation before taking a 125-123 lead with 27 seconds remaining when Gordon connected on a deep 2-point jumper in the right corner. Less than a minute earlier, Gordon sank a game-tying 3-pointer on the opposite side of the floor, part of his 23-point performance.

The Nuggets’ lead was fleeting, as Deni Avdija answered with a basket in the paint on the other end to force overtime. But in the extra frame, Gordon set the tone with another crucial jumper, knocking down his fourth made 3-pointer of the night as the Nuggets opened OT on a 10-3 run. Nikola Jokic had his 33rd triple-double of the season with 35 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists.

Knicks 108, Hawks 105

Jalen Brunson hit the tiebreaking basket with 29.8 seconds remaining and prevented CJ McCollum from getting off a tying 3-point attempt at the buzzer as visiting New York outlasted Atlanta in a possible playoff preview.

Brunson scored 17 of his 30 points in the fourth and had 14 of New York’s final 16 points. After Nickeil Alexander-Walker missed a 3-point try with 55.1 seconds left, Brunson attempted to get by McCollum, went to his right and saw a 19-footer bounce twice before going in.

OG Anunoby had 22 points while Karl-Anthony Towns collected 21 and 12 rebounds and helped the Knicks (51-28) overcome a 10-point deficit in the third. Alexander-Walker led the Hawks (45-34) with 36 points and hit seven 3s, including a corner 3 that gave Atlanta a 100-95 lead with 3:15 left. Jalen Johnson added 21 and 11 boards as Atlanta lost for just the fourth time in 23 games since the All-Star break.

Cavaliers 142, Grizzlies 126

Cleveland overcame a 17-point first-half deficit to defeat host Memphis and secure the 14th 50-win season in franchise history — despite the Grizzlies tying the NBA record for most made 3-pointers in a game.

Evan Mobley led the Cavs (50-29) with 24 points while Dennis Schroder added 22 points and 11 assists, and Sam Merrill scored 21. Keon Ellis contributed 19 points and eight assists and Jarrett Allen had 13 points and nine boards for Cleveland, which won for the ninth time in 11 games.

Plagued by injuries throughout the season, Memphis (25-54) lost its fifth straight and fell for the 18th time in 20 games. Nonetheless, the club tied the 3-point mark when Adama Bal’s 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining in the game gave the Grizzlies their 29th trey, tying Boston (2024) and Milwaukee (2020) for the record. Memphis finished 29 of 59 (49.2%) from long range.

–Field Level Media

#Deadspin #NBA #roundup #Magic #continue #playoff #push #win #Pistons">Deadspin | NBA roundup: Magic continue playoff push with win over Pistons Apr 6, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) drives past Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images Paolo Banchero scored 31 points and Desmond Bane added 25 as the Orlando Magic withstood a fourth-quarter rally and closed on a 14-2 run to beat the visiting Detroit Pistons 123-107 on Monday. Anthony Black contributed 14 points off the bench for Orlando, which won for the fourth time in the past five games. Wendell Carter Jr., Jalen Suggs and Tristan da Silva each scored 12 points, and Suggs added a career-high 12 assists. The Magic (43-36), Charlotte Hornets (43-36) and Philadelphia 76ers (43-36) are tied for seventh in the Eastern Conference, a half-game behind the Toronto Raptors (43-35). Jalen Duren and Daniss Jenkins led Detroit (57-22) with 18 points apiece. The Pistons clinched the top seed in the East for the first time since 2006-07 with a 116-93 win at Philadelphia on Saturday. Kevin Huerter and Javonte Green scored 17 points apiece for Detroit, which trailed by as many as 26 in the third quarter before opening the fourth on a 10-0 run to cut the deficit to 12 before ultimately getting as close as 109-105. Spurs 115, 76ers 102 Stephon Castle produced his fifth career triple-double with 19 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds to lead a balanced San Antonio attack as the host Spurs defeated Philadelphia. The Spurs played the second half without star center Victor Wembanyama, who sat out with a left rib contusion suffered in a second-quarter collision with the 76ers’ Paul George. He scored 17 before leaving. San Antonio (60-19) is still alive for the top seed in the West and in the league but would have to win its remaining three games (all at home) and have top-ranked Oklahoma City lose three of its final four contests to attain that goal. Joel Embiid’s 34 points and 12 rebounds paced the 76ers (43-36). Nuggets 137, Trail Blazers 132 (OT) Aaron Gordon’s clutch outside shooting helped Denver rally from being down by as many as 18 points to top visiting Portland. Denver (51-28) trailed for nearly all of regulation before taking a 125-123 lead with 27 seconds remaining when Gordon connected on a deep 2-point jumper in the right corner. Less than a minute earlier, Gordon sank a game-tying 3-pointer on the opposite side of the floor, part of his 23-point performance. The Nuggets’ lead was fleeting, as Deni Avdija answered with a basket in the paint on the other end to force overtime. But in the extra frame, Gordon set the tone with another crucial jumper, knocking down his fourth made 3-pointer of the night as the Nuggets opened OT on a 10-3 run. Nikola Jokic had his 33rd triple-double of the season with 35 points, 14 rebounds and 13 assists. Knicks 108, Hawks 105 Jalen Brunson hit the tiebreaking basket with 29.8 seconds remaining and prevented CJ McCollum from getting off a tying 3-point attempt at the buzzer as visiting New York outlasted Atlanta in a possible playoff preview. Brunson scored 17 of his 30 points in the fourth and had 14 of New York’s final 16 points. After Nickeil Alexander-Walker missed a 3-point try with 55.1 seconds left, Brunson attempted to get by McCollum, went to his right and saw a 19-footer bounce twice before going in. OG Anunoby had 22 points while Karl-Anthony Towns collected 21 and 12 rebounds and helped the Knicks (51-28) overcome a 10-point deficit in the third. Alexander-Walker led the Hawks (45-34) with 36 points and hit seven 3s, including a corner 3 that gave Atlanta a 100-95 lead with 3:15 left. Jalen Johnson added 21 and 11 boards as Atlanta lost for just the fourth time in 23 games since the All-Star break. Cavaliers 142, Grizzlies 126 Cleveland overcame a 17-point first-half deficit to defeat host Memphis and secure the 14th 50-win season in franchise history — despite the Grizzlies tying the NBA record for most made 3-pointers in a game. Evan Mobley led the Cavs (50-29) with 24 points while Dennis Schroder added 22 points and 11 assists, and Sam Merrill scored 21. Keon Ellis contributed 19 points and eight assists and Jarrett Allen had 13 points and nine boards for Cleveland, which won for the ninth time in 11 games. Plagued by injuries throughout the season, Memphis (25-54) lost its fifth straight and fell for the 18th time in 20 games. Nonetheless, the club tied the 3-point mark when Adama Bal’s 3-pointer with 1:41 remaining in the game gave the Grizzlies their 29th trey, tying Boston (2024) and Milwaukee (2020) for the record. Memphis finished 29 of 59 (49.2%) from long range. –Field Level Media #Deadspin #NBA #roundup #Magic #continue #playoff #push #win #Pistons

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