MLB Highlights: 2026-05-14

Chase Burns delivered a stellar outing in the Cincinnati Reds’ 15-1 rout of the Washington Nationals, earning the win (5-1) with 6.0 scoreless innings. The prospect struck out 7, walked 2, and allowed just 2 hits while scattering 3 fly outs, 5 ground outs, and 1 pop out. Burns threw 95 pitches (63% strikes) over 23 batters faced, inducing a caught stealing and a catcher’s interference. His command fueled the Reds’ blowout victory, showcasing his projection of a 3.14 ERA and 10.4 K/9.

Zebby Matthews picked up his first win (1-0) as the Minnesota Twins crushed the Miami Marlins 9-1. The starter went 7.0 scoreless innings, striking out 5, walking 1, and surrendering 4 hits including 1 double. He generated 9 ground outs, 4 fly outs, and 2 pop outs on 83 pitches (67% strikes), facing 25 batters efficiently. Matthews’ gem anchored the Twins’ dominant performance against the Marlins.

Chris Sale took the loss (6-3) despite a strong 6.0 innings of work where he allowed 0 earned runs (1 total run) in the Atlanta Braves’ 2-0 defeat to the Chicago Cubs. The veteran fanned 8, walked 2, and gave up 5 hits on 100 pitches (65% strikes). Sale picked off a runner and caught a stealing attempt, with 6 ground outs and solid air outs limiting damage in the shutout loss.

Ranger Suarez fired 5.1 scoreless innings with 8 strikeouts and 1 walk in the Boston Red Sox’s 3-1 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. He allowed 4 hits on 76 pitches (66% strikes), facing 21 batters and inducing 6 ground outs and 2 line outs. Suarez’s quality start kept the game close despite the narrow defeat.

Emmet Sheehan earned the win (3-1) with 6.0 innings, allowing 2 earned runs on 2 hits, 1 homer, 6 K’s, 2 walks, and 1 HBP in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 5-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants. He threw 97 pitches (66% strikes) over 23 batters, mixing 6 ground outs, 3 fly outs, and 3 pop outs effectively to secure the decision.

Jesús Luzardo tossed 6.0 scoreless innings with 4 strikeouts, 1 walk, 4 hits (3 doubles), and 1 HBP as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Boston Red Sox 3-1. On 92 pitches (64% strikes), he faced 23 batters, recording 8 ground outs, a pickoff, and a sac bunt, contributing to the tight win.

Ben Brown struck out 7 over 4.0 scoreless innings, walking 1, hitting 1 batter, and allowing 1 hit with 1 wild pitch in the Chicago Cubs’ 2-0 shutout win over the Atlanta Braves. He threw 65 pitches (62% strikes) facing 15 batters, keeping the Cubs ahead in the pitcher’s duel.

Nolan McLean secured the win (2-2) going 7.0 innings, allowing 3 earned runs on 6 hits (1 double, 1 HR), 7 K’s, 3 walks, and 1 HBP in the New York Mets’ 9-4 triumph over the Detroit Tigers. With 93 pitches (67% strikes) over 28 batters, he notched a pickoff and air outs to earn the victory.

Kyle Harrison earned the win (4-1) with 5.0 scoreless innings, fanning 7 without a walk, allowing 5 hits (1 double) on 99 pitches (66% strikes) as the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the San Diego Padres 7-1. Facing 20 batters, he mixed outs evenly to preserve the shutout through his stint.

JJ Bleday powered the Cincinnati Reds’ 15-1 demolition of the Washington Nationals, going 3-for-5 with 2 HR, 6 RBI, and 2 runs scored, plus 1 K. His 9 total bases fueled a massive slashing line of .600/.600/1.800, driving in crucial runs in the blowout with no walks or steals needed.

Michael McGreevy anchored the St. Louis Cardinals’ 5-4 win over the Athletics with 6.0 innings pitched, surrendering 1 earned run on 5 hits, including 1 double and 1 home run. He recorded 3 strikeouts and 1 walk, facing 23 batters on 74 pitches (66% strikes), inducing 7 fly outs, 5 ground outs, and 9 air outs. The Cardinals edged out a close victory thanks to McGreevy’s efficient performance, allowing just 1.50 runs per 9 innings in the game.

Matt McLain powered the Cincinnati Reds to a dominant 15-1 rout of the Washington Nationals, going 2-for-3 with a double, a home run, and a walk for 6 total bases. He scored 3 runs and drove in 2 RBI without striking out, reaching base in all 4 plate appearances. McLain’s extra-base hits and run production were key in the Reds’ blowout victory, showcasing his offensive prowess in the lopsided win.

Landen Roupp took the loss for the San Francisco Giants in a 5-2 defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers, pitching 5.1 innings and allowing 4 earned runs on 6 hits, including 2 doubles and 1 home run. He struck out 7 and walked 2, throwing 105 pitches (53% strikes) while facing 24 batters. Roupp generated 7 ground outs but couldn’t prevent the Dodgers from securing the win.

Yordan Alvarez slugged his way in the Houston Astros’ 8-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners, finishing 3-for-3 with a double and a home run for 7 total bases, plus a walk. He scored 2 runs and added 1 RBI across 4 plate appearances without striking out. Despite Alvarez’s strong showing, the Mariners pulled away for the victory.

Anthony Kay earned the win for the Chicago White Sox in their 6-2 triumph over the Kansas City Royals, delivering 6.0 innings with 2 earned runs allowed on 6 hits and a triple. He struck out 4, walked 2, and hit 2 batters, throwing 97 pitches (64% strikes) while facing 27 batters. Kay’s effort included 4 fly outs, 5 ground outs, and 1 stolen base allowed, securing the victory.

Luis Castillo picked up the win for the Seattle Mariners in an 8-3 victory over the Houston Astros, going 5.2 innings and giving up 3 earned runs on 4 hits, including 1 double and 1 home run. He fanned 6, walked 3, and threw 108 pitches (60% strikes), facing 24 batters with 4 fly outs and 4 ground outs. Castillo’s performance helped fuel the Mariners’ offensive outburst.

Tanner Gordon relieved for the Colorado Rockies in a 7-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates, pitching 4.0 innings and allowing 1 earned run on 3 hits, including 1 double. He struck out 5, walked 1, and threw 69 pitches (68% strikes), generating 4 fly outs and 2 ground outs against 15 batters. Gordon kept it close but the Pirates prevailed.

Jordan Walker contributed significantly to the St. Louis Cardinals’ 5-4 win over the Athletics, going 2-for-5 with a double and a home run for 6 total bases. He scored 1 run and knocked in 2 RBI, helping secure the narrow victory. Walker’s extra-base power proved crucial in the tight contest against the Athletics.

Gage Workman homered in the Detroit Tigers’ 9-4 loss to the New York Mets, recording 2 hits in 4 at-bats including a double and home run for 6 total bases. He drove in 3 RBI, scored 1 run, and struck out once. Workman’s production highlighted the Tigers’ efforts despite the defeat.

Luke Raley smashed a home run to propel the Seattle Mariners to an 8-3 win over the Houston Astros, going 2-for-5 with 5 total bases. He scored 2 runs and plated 3 RBI without walking or striking out, leaving 2 on base. Raley’s clutch hitting was instrumental in the Mariners’ offensive success.