MLB Highlights: 2026-04-14
Yesterday’s Top Major League Performances!
Byron Buxton, CF, MIN
4-for-5, 2 HR, 4 R, 2 RBI, K.
Byron Buxton torched the Boston Red Sox for four hits in five at-bats, including two home runs that accounted for four of his runs scored as the Minnesota Twins (11-7, first in the AL Central) dominated with a 6-0 shutout victory over the Red Sox (6-11, fifth in the AL East). Buxton’s 10 total bases and two RBI powered the Twins’ offense in the convincing win, leaving just one runner on base while striking out once.
MLB Rank: #66
STS Projection: 122.8 wRC+, 0.252/0.319/0.492, 31 HR, 17 SB, 84 Runs, 88 RBI
JJ Wetherholt, SS, STL
2-for-4, 2 HR, 2 R, 3 RBI, K.
JJ Wetherholt slugged two home runs in a 2-for-4 effort, driving in three runs and scoring twice to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a thrilling 6-5 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. His eight total bases included a ground out and one strikeout, with one runner left on base, providing key power in the close contest.
MLB Rank: #136
STS Projection: 115.0 wRC+, 0.257/0.350/0.411, 17 HR, 14 SB, 73 Runs, 67 RBI
Hunter Goodman, C, COL
2-for-5, 2 HR, 2 R, 2 RBI, 3 K.
Hunter Goodman launched two home runs in a 2-for-5 performance, scoring twice and knocking in two runs, but the Colorado Rockies fell 7-6 to the Houston Astros. Goodman’s eight total bases highlighted his night despite three strikeouts and one runner left on base in the narrow defeat.
MLB Rank: #299
STS Projection: 104.7 wRC+, 0.240/0.297/0.451, 28 HR, 3 SB, 71 Runs, 84 RBI
Edmundo Sosa, 2B, PHI
2-for-4, HR, 2B, 2 R, 3 RBI.
Edmundo Sosa ripped a home run and double for two runs scored and three RBI in a 2-for-4 outing, but the Philadelphia Phillies (8-9, third in the NL East) lost 10-4 to the Chicago Cubs (8-9, fifth in the NL Central). He navigated one fly out, one ground out, one air out, and one ground into double play, leaving one on base.
MLB Rank: #587
STS Projection: 92.8 wRC+, 0.247/0.303/0.393, 15 HR, 9 SB, 73 Runs, 63 RBI
CJ Abrams, SS, WSN
3-for-4, HR, 2B, 1 R, 2 RBI.
CJ Abrams went 3-for-4 with a home run, double, and two RBI, scoring once to help the Washington Nationals (8-9, fourth in the NL East) edge the Pittsburgh Pirates (10-7, second in the NL Central) 5-4. His seven total bases featured one ground out, a caught stealing, and no runners left on base in the tight win.
MLB Rank: #160
STS Projection: 113.3 wRC+, 0.261/0.329/0.439, 20 HR, 31 SB, 78 Runs, 74 RBI
Carson Kelly, C, CHC
2-for-4, HR, 2 R, 3 RBI, BB.
Carson Kelly smashed a home run with two runs scored and three RBI plus a walk in a 2-for-4 day across five plate appearances, fueling the Chicago Cubs (8-9, fifth in the NL Central) to a 10-4 rout of the Philadelphia Phillies (8-9, third in the NL East). He managed one ground out, one air out, one line out, and one ground into double play, leaving two on base.
MLB Rank: #372
STS Projection: 98.3 wRC+, 0.240/0.321/0.385, 17 HR, 3 SB, 67 Runs, 64 RBI
Munetaka Murakami, 3B, CHW
1-for-3, HR, 2 R, 2 RBI, 2 BB.
Munetaka Murakami clubbed a home run, scored twice, and drove in two runs with two walks in a 1-for-3 showing over five plate appearances, but the Chicago White Sox dropped an 8-5 decision to the Tampa Bay Rays. He recorded two fly outs and two air outs, leaving one runner on base.
MLB Rank: #315
STS Projection: 116.3 wRC+, 0.244/0.329/0.449, 27 HR, 6 SB, 76 Runs, 78 RBI
Everson Pereira, CF, TBR
1-for-4, HR, 1 R, 3 RBI, 2 K.
Everson Pereira hit a home run for one run scored and three RBI in a 1-for-4 performance with two strikeouts, but the Chicago White Sox lost 8-5 to the Tampa Bay Rays. He had one air out and one line out, stranding three runners on base.
MLB Rank: #383
STS Projection: 108.4 wRC+, 0.243/0.315/0.438, 25 HR, 13 SB, 76 Runs, 76 RBI
Ben Williamson, 3B, TBR
2-for-3, 2 2B, 2 R, 3 RBI, BB, K, SB.
Ben Williamson collected two doubles for two runs scored and three RBI, adding a walk and sac bunt in a 2-for-3 effort over five plate appearances with one strikeout, powering the Tampa Bay Rays to an 8-5 win over the Chicago White Sox. His four total bases came with one ground out and no runners left behind.
MLB Rank: #956
STS Projection: 87.6 wRC+, 0.250/0.315/0.355, 8 HR, 13 SB, 66 Runs, 55 RBI
Cole Ragans, SP, KCR
6.0 IP, 0 ER, 1 H, 4 BB, 1 K.
Cole Ragans delivered six shutout innings on one hit and one strikeout with four walks across 93 pitches to 21 batters, but the Kansas City Royals lost 2-1 to the Detroit Tigers. He induced 10 ground outs, five air outs, two fly outs, and one pop out for 18 outs in a strong but tough-luck outing.
MLB Rank: #41
STS Projection: 3.23 ERA, 161 IP, 57 BB, 197 K, 11.0 K/9, 1.18 WHIP
Christian Walker, 1B, HOU
3-for-4, HR, 2 RBI, 2 R.
Christian Walker powered the Houston Astros to a thrilling 7-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two RBI, and two runs scored. His blast contributed significantly to Houston’s offensive output in a tightly contested game. Walker reached base three times without striking out or walking, adding six total bases while leaving just one runner on base. The first baseman’s multi-hit performance, including no fly outs and minimal ground outs, showcased his hot bat in this matchup, helping the Astros secure the win on the road.
MLB Rank: #760
STS Projection: 103.1 wRC+, 0.237/0.310/0.424, 25 HR, 4 SB, 68 Runs, 76 RBI
Francisco Lindor, SS, NYM
2-for-4, HR, RBI, R, SB, K.
Francisco Lindor provided a bright spot for the New York Mets in their narrow 2-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers, delivering a 2-for-4 effort with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and a stolen base despite a strikeout. The shortstop’s five total bases kept the Mets competitive against the NL West-leading Dodgers (13-4). Lindor legged out his steal successfully for a 1.000 percentage, adding speed to his power display. With no runners left on base, his contributions tested the Dodger pitching staff in a low-scoring affair for the fifth-place Mets (7-11) in the NL East.
MLB Rank: #49
STS Projection: 115.7 wRC+, 0.257/0.332/0.443, 23 HR, 21 SB, 75 Runs, 76 RBI
Brandon Lowe, 2B, PIT
1-for-2, HR, RBI, 2 R, BB, K.
Brandon Lowe sparked the Pittsburgh Pirates in their 5-4 defeat to the Washington Nationals, going 1-for-2 with a home run, an RBI, two runs scored, and a walk while striking out once. Despite the loss for the second-place Pirates (10-7) in the NL Central, Lowe’s four total bases and efficient at-bats per homer ratio of 2.00 highlighted his impact. Scoring twice without leaving runners stranded, the second baseman’s power helped keep Pittsburgh in contention against the fourth-place Nationals (8-9) in the NL East before falling short in a close game.
MLB Rank: #204
STS Projection: 114.8 wRC+, 0.247/0.323/0.452, 27 HR, 6 SB, 74 Runs, 80 RBI
Jorge Soler, RF, LAA
1-for-3, HR, RBI, 2 R, 2 BB, K.
Jorge Soler contributed to the Los Angeles Angels’ dominant 7-1 win over the New York Yankees with a 1-for-3 outing featuring a home run, an RBI, two runs scored, and two walks despite a strikeout and a ground-into-double-play. The right fielder tallied four total bases for the third-place Angels (9-9) in the AL West, reaching base three times in five plate appearances. His power stroke and patience at the plate bolstered the offense against the third-place Yankees (9-8) in the AL East, helping secure a convincing victory.
MLB Rank: #1810
STS Projection: 104.5 wRC+, 0.229/0.314/0.421, 25 HR, 2 SB, 69 Runs, 77 RBI
Samuel Basallo, C, BAL
2-for-3, HR, RBI, R, BB.
Samuel Basallo shone for the Baltimore Orioles in their 4-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, recording a 2-for-3 performance with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and a walk for five total bases. The catcher, representing the second-place Orioles (9-8) in the AL East, drove in a key run without strikeouts, helping keep the game close. His multi-hit effort with no outs in the air added offensive punch against the third-place Diamondbacks (10-8) in the NL West, though Baltimore couldn’t overcome the late deficit.
MLB Rank: #34
STS Projection: 137.4 wRC+, 0.279/0.352/0.505, 29 HR, 3 SB, 81 Runs, 89 RBI
Sal Stewart, 1B, CIN
1-for-3, HR, RBI, R, 2 K.
Sal Stewart aided the Cincinnati Reds’ 2-1 triumph over the San Francisco Giants with a 1-for-3 showing including a home run, an RBI, a run scored, despite two strikeouts for four total bases. The first baseman’s clutch homer proved pivotal in the low-scoring win, leaving two on base but delivering when it mattered most. Stewart’s power output underscored his role in Cincinnati’s narrow victory, maintaining offensive pressure throughout the contest against the Giants.
MLB Rank: #82
STS Projection: 124.3 wRC+, 0.270/0.350/0.462, 23 HR, 9 SB, 75 Runs, 81 RBI
Mike Trout, DH, LAA
1-for-5, HR, RBI, R, 2 K.
Mike Trout added firepower to the Los Angeles Angels’ 7-1 rout of the New York Yankees, going 1-for-5 with a home run, an RBI, and a run scored despite two strikeouts. The designated hitter’s four total bases complemented the third-place Angels (9-9) in the AL West during their strong performance against the third-place Yankees (9-8) in the AL East. Though leaving six on base and hitting into a double play, Trout’s homer highlighted his enduring power in the blowout win.
MLB Rank: #107
STS Projection: 132.9 wRC+, 0.250/0.355/0.479, 31 HR, 7 SB, 82 Runs, 82 RBI
Jordan Beck, LF, COL
2-for-5, HR, RBI, 2 R, K.
Jordan Beck stood out for the Colorado Rockies in their 7-6 loss to the Houston Astros, delivering 2-for-5 with a home run, an RBI, two runs scored, and a strikeout for five total bases. The left fielder’s multi-hit game kept Colorado competitive, scoring twice and driving in a run despite leaving four on base. Beck’s power and production tested Houston’s pitching in a high-scoring affair, nearly pulling off the comeback for the Rockies.
MLB Rank: #1362
STS Projection: 90.6 wRC+, 0.231/0.302/0.385, 18 HR, 17 SB, 68 Runs, 67 RBI
Jo Adell, CF, LAA
2-for-5, HR, RBI, R, K.
Jo Adell bolstered the Los Angeles Angels’ 7-1 victory over the New York Yankees with a 2-for-5 effort featuring a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and a strikeout for five total bases. The center fielder contributed to the third-place Angels (9-9) in the AL West, adding power without stranding runners in a decisive win against the third-place Yankees (9-8) in the AL East. Adell’s multi-hit performance enhanced the Angels’ offensive explosion.
MLB Rank: #380
STS Projection: 116.2 wRC+, 0.252/0.314/0.472, 30 HR, 11 SB, 77 Runs, 85 RBI
Willy Adames, SS, SFG
2-for-4, HR, RBI, R, K, CS.
Willy Adames battled for the San Francisco Giants in their 2-1 defeat to the Cincinnati Reds, posting 2-for-4 with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, a strikeout, and a caught stealing for five total bases. The shortstop’s power kept the Giants in a pitcher’s duel, though he was thrown out attempting to steal. Adames’ contributions tested Cincinnati’s arms, but San Francisco fell just short in the tight contest.
MLB Rank: #83
STS Projection: 112.8 wRC+, 0.243/0.324/0.442, 26 HR, 11 SB, 72 Runs, 80 RBI