MLB Highlights: 2026-04-21

Yesterday’s Top Major League Performances!

Elly De La Cruz, SS, CIN
3-for-6, 2 HR, 5 RBI, 3 R, SB, K.
Elly De La Cruz put on a show as the Cincinnati Reds (16-8, first in the NL Central) defeated the Tampa Bay Rays (12-11, second in the AL East) 12-6. The shortstop smashed two home runs and drove in five runs, accounting for nine total bases while scoring three times himself. He also swiped a base, going 3-for-6 with one strikeout, leaving two on base. De La Cruz’s power and speed were pivotal in the Reds’ offensive outburst, helping them maintain their lead in the NL Central standings with this interleague victory.
MLB Rank: #12
STS Projection: 132.5 wRC+, 0.274/0.346/0.495, 25 HR, 38 SB, 93 Runs, 82 RBI
Colson Montgomery, SS, CHW
2-for-5, HR, 2B, 2 R, 3 RBI, 2 K.
Colson Montgomery starred in the Chicago White Sox’s 11-5 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The shortstop collected two hits, including a home run and a double for six total bases, scoring twice and driving in three runs despite two strikeouts. Going 2-for-5 with three left on base, Montgomery’s extra-base hits provided crucial firepower in the White Sox’s comfortable victory.
MLB Rank: #100
STS Projection: 110.4 wRC+, 0.239/0.326/0.429, 23 HR, 4 SB, 77 Runs, 74 RBI
Sam Antonacci, 2B, CHW
2-for-5, HR, 3B, 3 RBI, R.
Sam Antonacci contributed significantly to the Chicago White Sox’s 11-5 triumph over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The second baseman went 2-for-5 with a home run and a triple, totaling seven bases and knocking in three runs while scoring once. With no strikeouts and just one air out, Antonacci’s long ball and three-bagger helped fuel the White Sox offense in the decisive win.
MLB Rank: #227
STS Projection: 110.4 wRC+, 0.249/0.358/0.373, 11 HR, 25 SB, 75 Runs, 56 RBI
Giancarlo Stanton, DH, NYY
2-for-4, HR, 2B, 3 RBI, R, K.
Giancarlo Stanton powered the New York Yankees to a 4-0 shutout victory over the Boston Red Sox. The designated hitter delivered two hits—a home run and a double—for six total bases, driving in all three of his team’s runs while scoring once. Despite one strikeout and two outs in the air, Stanton’s clutch extra-base hits were the difference in the Yankees’ strong pitching performance.
MLB Rank: #753
STS Projection: 113.7 wRC+, 0.240/0.311/0.466, 33 HR, 3 SB, 71 Runs, 86 RBI
Jonathan Aranda, 1B, TBR
1-for-3, HR, 2 BB, 3 RBI, 2 R, K.
Jonathan Aranda provided a bright spot for the Tampa Bay Rays in their 12-6 loss to the Cincinnati Reds. The first baseman homered for four total bases, driving in three runs and scoring twice, drawing two walks in five plate appearances despite a strikeout. Aranda’s power output kept the Rays competitive early before the Reds pulled away.
MLB Rank: #528
STS Projection: 114.3 wRC+, 0.256/0.342/0.420, 20 HR, 2 SB, 71 Runs, 70 RBI
Curtis Mead, 1B, CHW
1-for-2, HR, BB, 3 RBI, 2 R, K.
Curtis Mead homered in the Washington Nationals’ 11-4 win over the Atlanta Braves (16-8, first in the NL East). The first baseman went 1-for-2 with a walk for three plate appearances, driving in three runs and scoring twice despite a strikeout. Mead’s long ball and plate discipline contributed to the Nationals’ (11-13, third in the NL East) solid victory.
MLB Rank: #293
STS Projection: 105.6 wRC+, 0.260/0.326/0.413, 15 HR, 10 SB, 73 Runs, 69 RBI
James Wood, LF, WSN
1-for-2, HR, 4 BB, RBI, 3 R.
James Wood excelled as the Washington Nationals (11-13, third in the NL East) beat the Atlanta Braves (16-8, first in the NL East) 11-4. The left fielder drew four walks—including one intentional—plus a home run for four total bases in six plate appearances, scoring three times and adding an RBI. With two outs in the air, Wood’s patience and power helped secure the Nationals’ upset win.
MLB Rank: #58
STS Projection: 139.7 wRC+, 0.267/0.363/0.499, 28 HR, 17 SB, 84 Runs, 87 RBI
Francisco Lindor, SS, NYM
1-for-3, HR, BB, 3 RBI, R, K.
Francisco Lindor went deep in the New York Mets’ 5-3 loss to the Minnesota Twins. The shortstop homered for four total bases, driving in three runs and scoring once, with a walk in four plate appearances despite a strikeout and two outs in the air. Lindor’s blast provided the Mets’ key offense but wasn’t enough for the win.
MLB Rank: #50
STS Projection: 115.6 wRC+, 0.257/0.332/0.443, 23 HR, 21 SB, 75 Runs, 76 RBI
Coby Mayo, 1B, BAL
1-for-3, HR, 3 RBI, R.
Coby Mayo launched a home run in the Baltimore Orioles’ 6-5 defeat to the Kansas City Royals. The first baseman went 1-for-3, driving in three runs and scoring once for four total bases, with one ground out and one air out. Mayo’s three-ribbie shot kept the Orioles close in a tight contest.
MLB Rank: #241
STS Projection: 119.6 wRC+, 0.252/0.335/0.456, 24 HR, 5 SB, 79 Runs, 81 RBI
Michael Massey, 2B, KCR
2-for-3, HR, 2B, 2 RBI, R, SF.
Michael Massey helped the Kansas City Royals edge the Baltimore Orioles 6-5. The second baseman collected two hits—a home run and double—for six total bases, driving in two runs including a sacrifice fly, and scoring once despite four fly outs in four plate appearances. Massey’s extra-base power was instrumental in the Royals’ narrow victory.
MLB Rank: #977
STS Projection: 84.5 wRC+, 0.241/0.286/0.386, 17 HR, 7 SB, 61 Runs, 68 RBI

Dane Myers, CF, CIN
1-for-3, HR, 3 BB, 4 R, 1 RBI
Dane Myers sparked the Cincinnati Reds’ 12-6 win over the Tampa Bay Rays with a standout performance at the plate. The center fielder drew three walks and smashed a home run in his three at-bats, crossing the plate four times while driving in one run. His patient approach and power contributed significantly to the Reds’ offensive outburst, helping the first-place Reds (16-8 in the NL Central) improve their strong start against the Rays (12-11, second in the AL East). Myers’ six plate appearances included one fly out and minimal strikeouts, showcasing his discipline.
MLB Rank: #1557
STS Projection: 83.5 wRC+, 0.236/0.297/0.363, 15 HR, 20 SB, 63 Runs, 59 RBI

Byron Buxton, CF, MIN
1-for-5, HR, 3 K, 1 R, 2 RBI
Byron Buxton provided a key power boost in the Minnesota Twins’ 5-3 victory over the New York Mets. The center fielder launched a home run in five at-bats, driving in two runs and scoring once despite three strikeouts and a ground out. His total bases reached four, helping the Twins secure the close win. Buxton’s blast highlighted his athleticism in center field, contributing to Minnesota’s edge in a tight contest against the Mets.
MLB Rank: #60
STS Projection: 123.9 wRC+, 0.254/0.320/0.495, 32 HR, 17 SB, 84 Runs, 88 RBI

Bryce Harper, 1B, PHI
1-for-4, HR, K, 1 R, 2 RBI
Despite the Philadelphia Phillies’ 7-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs, Bryce Harper delivered a highlight-reel homer. The first baseman went 1-for-4 with a home run, scoring once and driving in two runs amid two air outs and a strikeout. His power shot offered a bright spot for the Phillies (8-15, fourth in the NL East), who fell to the Cubs (14-9, second in the NL Central). Harper’s total bases hit four, underscoring his impact even in defeat.
MLB Rank: #80
STS Projection: 137.3 wRC+, 0.273/0.364/0.488, 26 HR, 11 SB, 80 Runs, 86 RBI

Kyle Schwarber, DH, PHI
1-for-3, HR, BB, 2 R, 1 RBI
Kyle Schwarber showed his power in the Philadelphia Phillies’ 7-4 defeat to the Chicago Cubs. The designated hitter went 1-for-3 with a home run and a walk, scoring twice and plating one run with a ground out and air out. His contribution helped keep the Phillies (8-15, fourth in the NL East) competitive against the Cubs (14-9, second in the NL Central), as Schwarber’s total bases reached four in four plate appearances.
MLB Rank: #274
STS Projection: 130.4 wRC+, 0.233/0.347/0.480, 34 HR, 6 SB, 79 Runs, 86 RBI

Seiya Suzuki, DH, CHC
2-for-4, HR, HBP, K, 1 R, 2 RBI
Seiya Suzuki paced the Chicago Cubs’ 7-4 triumph over the Philadelphia Phillies with a multi-hit effort. The designated hitter recorded two hits including a home run, was hit by a pitch, and struck out once, scoring a run and driving in two with a ground out. His five total bases fueled the Cubs (14-9, second in the NL Central) in their win over the Phillies (8-15, fourth in the NL East), highlighting his offensive prowess.
MLB Rank: #176
STS Projection: 124.9 wRC+, 0.263/0.342/0.468, 25 HR, 8 SB, 81 Runs, 80 RBI

Munetaka Murakami, 3B, CHW
3-for-5, HR, BB, 2 R, 1 RBI
Munetaka Murakami led the Chicago White Sox to an 11-5 rout of the Arizona Diamondbacks with a three-hit performance. The third baseman smashed a home run, drew a walk, scored twice, and drove in a run across six plate appearances, including two fly outs and two air outs. His six total bases anchored the White Sox offense in the decisive victory over Arizona.
MLB Rank: #86
STS Projection: 133.4 wRC+, 0.253/0.344/0.498, 34 HR, 7 SB, 81 Runs, 88 RBI

Drake Baldwin, C, ATL
1-for-4, HR, BB, 2 K, 2 R, 1 RBI
Drake Baldwin homered in the Atlanta Braves’ 11-4 loss to the Washington Nationals. The catcher went 1-for-4 with a walk, scoring twice and driving in a run despite two strikeouts, a ground out, and no pop outs noted prominently. His power provided a spark for the first-place Braves (16-8 in the NL East) against the Nationals (11-13, third in the NL East), though it wasn’t enough to overcome the deficit.
MLB Rank: #66
STS Projection: 125.3 wRC+, 0.271/0.348/0.460, 24 HR, 1 SB, 76 Runs, 78 RBI

Chase DeLauter, RF, CLE
1-for-4, 3B, BB, 1 R, 3 RBI
Chase DeLauter delivered a crucial triple in the Cleveland Guardians’ 8-5 win over the Houston Astros. The right fielder went 1-for-4 with a walk, scoring once and driving in three runs amid two ground outs, an air out, and a pop out. His three total bases proved pivotal in Cleveland’s offensive push to secure the victory against Houston.
MLB Rank: #414
STS Projection: 114.3 wRC+, 0.258/0.332/0.438, 22 HR, 3 SB, 71 Runs, 77 RBI

Miguel Vargas, 3B, CHW
1-for-4, HR, BB, 2 R, 1 RBI
Miguel Vargas contributed solidly to the Chicago White Sox’s 11-5 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks. The third baseman hit a home run, walked once, scored twice, and drove in a run in five plate appearances, including one fly out, two ground outs, and an air out. His four total bases supported the White Sox’s big win.
MLB Rank: #315
STS Projection: 110.6 wRC+, 0.246/0.337/0.413, 18 HR, 11 SB, 74 Runs, 70 RBI

Adley Rutschman, C, BAL
2-for-4, HR, K, 1 R, 2 RBI
Adley Rutschman slugged a home run in the Baltimore Orioles’ 6-5 loss to the Kansas City Royals. The catcher went 2-for-4, scoring once and driving in two runs with an air out, line out, and a strikeout. His five total bases offered Baltimore’s top production in the close defeat to Kansas City.
MLB Rank: #149
STS Projection: 111.8 wRC+, 0.254/0.344/0.407, 16 HR, 3 SB, 73 Runs, 67 RBI