MLB Highlights: 2026-04-23

Yesterday’s Top Major League Performances!

Brandon Marsh, CF, PHI
3-for-4, 2 HR, 2 R, 3 RBI, BB, K.
Brandon Marsh delivered a standout performance for the Philadelphia Phillies in their 7-8 loss to the Chicago Cubs, smashing two home runs and collecting three hits in four at-bats. He scored twice, drove in three runs, drew a walk, and reached base in four of five plate appearances for nine total bases. Despite his efforts, including leaving two on base, the Phillies fell short in a high-scoring affair as Marsh’s power display highlighted his prospect potential but couldn’t secure the win.
MLB Rank: #325
STS Projection: 106.3 wRC+, 0.255/0.328/0.411, 16 HR, 14 SB, 76 Runs, 66 RBI
Mickey Moniak, RF, COL
4-for-5, 2 HR, 3 R, 2 RBI, K.
Mickey Moniak powered the Colorado Rockies with a 4-for-5 night including two home runs in their 8-10 defeat to the San Diego Padres. He tallied three runs and two RBI, accumulating 10 total bases while striking out once and leaving one on base. Moniak’s multi-homer game showcased his slugging ability, but the Rockies’ offense couldn’t overcome the Padres in this 18-run thriller.
MLB Rank: #671
STS Projection: 104.3 wRC+, 0.250/0.295/0.454, 26 HR, 11 SB, 79 Runs, 79 RBI
Tyler Glasnow, SP, LAD
8 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 ER, 9 K, BB, W.
Tyler Glasnow dominated for the Los Angeles Dodgers in their 3-0 shutout victory over the San Francisco Giants, tossing eight innings of one-hit ball with nine strikeouts and one walk on 105 pitches (66% strikes). He induced 17 outs via grounders and fly balls, allowed one stolen base, and earned the win while facing 25 batters. Glasnow’s gem anchored the Dodgers’ pitching staff in a pitcher’s duel.
MLB Rank: #35
STS Projection: 3.25 ERA, 170 IP, 61 BB, 199 K, 10.5 K/9, 1.21 WHIP
Ozzie Albies, 2B, ATL
3-for-4, HR, 2 R, 4 RBI, K, SF.
Ozzie Albies fueled the Atlanta Braves’ 7-2 win over the Washington Nationals, going 3-for-4 with a home run, two runs scored, and four RBI including a sacrifice fly. He struck out once in five plate appearances, adding six total bases with no outs recorded against him. Albies’ clutch hitting provided key production in the comfortable victory.
MLB Rank: #617
STS Projection: 100.3 wRC+, 0.254/0.314/0.409, 17 HR, 12 SB, 71 Runs, 69 RBI
Michael Busch, 1B, CHC
2-for-6, HR, R, 4 RBI, 2 K.
Michael Busch was pivotal for the Chicago Cubs in their 8-7 triumph over the Philadelphia Phillies, delivering a two-run homer and four RBI in six at-bats. He scored once, struck out twice, and stranded six runners while posting five total bases and two ground outs. Busch’s power surge helped the Cubs edge out a close contest.
MLB Rank: #606
STS Projection: 113.7 wRC+, 0.243/0.327/0.441, 26 HR, 3 SB, 73 Runs, 79 RBI
Brett Baty, 3B, NYM
2-for-4, HR, 2 R, 3 RBI, K.
Brett Baty sparked the New York Mets’ 10-8 victory against the Minnesota Twins with a 2-for-4 effort featuring a home run, two runs scored, and three RBI. He struck out once, added five total bases, and left two on base in four plate appearances. Baty’s timely power contributed significantly to the Mets’ comeback win in a slugfest.
MLB Rank: #209
STS Projection: 109.5 wRC+, 0.255/0.324/0.430, 22 HR, 6 SB, 71 Runs, 73 RBI
Carson Benge, CF, NYM
2-for-3, HR, 2B, 2 R, RBI, K.
Carson Benge bolstered the New York Mets in their 10-8 win over the Minnesota Twins, going 2-for-3 with a home run, double, two runs, and one RBI for six total bases. He struck out once in three plate appearances without leaving anyone on base. Benge’s extra-base hits provided a spark in the high-scoring outing.
MLB Rank: #277
STS Projection: 106.3 wRC+, 0.247/0.329/0.408, 18 HR, 16 SB, 76 Runs, 67 RBI
Ryan Jeffers, C, MIN
1-for-3, HR, R, 4 RBI, 2 BB, K.
Ryan Jeffers drove in four runs for the Minnesota Twins in their 8-10 loss to the New York Mets, hitting a home run in three at-bats while drawing two walks for four total bases. He scored once, struck out once, and left two on base across five plate appearances with two air outs. Jeffers’ production stood out despite the defeat.
MLB Rank: #411
STS Projection: 107.7 wRC+, 0.245/0.330/0.412, 20 HR, 3 SB, 72 Runs, 70 RBI
Xander Bogaerts, SS, SDP
2-for-3, HR, 3 R, 2 RBI, 2 BB.
Xander Bogaerts excelled for the San Diego Padres in their 10-8 win over the Colorado Rockies, going 2-for-3 with a home run, three runs scored, two RBI, and two walks for five total bases. He reached base four times in five plate appearances, leaving one on base with two air outs. Bogaerts’ on-base prowess fueled the victory.
MLB Rank: #140
STS Projection: 105.1 wRC+, 0.266/0.332/0.401, 15 HR, 15 SB, 68 Runs, 65 RBI
Corey Seager, SS, TEX
2-for-4, HR, R, 3 RBI, K.
Corey Seager powered the Texas Rangers to a 6-1 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates, slashing 2-for-4 with a home run, one run, and three RBI for five total bases. He struck out once and left one on base in four plate appearances with one ground out. Seager’s homer provided a key boost in the lopsided win.
MLB Rank: #19
STS Projection: 133.9 wRC+, 0.270/0.351/0.491, 30 HR, 4 SB, 78 Runs, 86 RBI

Bo Bichette, SS, NYM
3-for-5, 2B, 2 R, 3 RBI, SB, 2 K.
Bo Bichette fueled the New York Mets’ thrilling 10-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins with a standout performance at the plate. The shortstop collected three hits, including a double, scored twice, drove in three runs, and swiped a base, providing crucial offense in the high-scoring affair. His multi-hit effort helped the Mets secure the win despite the Twins’ late push.
MLB Rank: #174
STS Projection: 114.2 wRC+, 0.282/0.331/0.442, 18 HR, 9 SB, 72 Runs, 74 RBI
Ian Happ, LF, CHC
2-for-6, HR, 3 R, RBI, K.
Ian Happ was a sparkplug for the Chicago Cubs in their 8-7 win over the Philadelphia Phillies, smashing a home run, scoring three times, and adding an RBI. Despite striking out once and leaving five on base, his power and speed on the bases kept the pressure on Philly’s pitchers throughout the tight contest.
MLB Rank: #344
STS Projection: 113.4 wRC+, 0.243/0.338/0.423, 21 HR, 9 SB, 73 Runs, 74 RBI
Andrew Benintendi, LF, CHW
2-for-5, HR, 2 R, 3 RBI, 2 K.
Andrew Benintendi powered the Chicago White Sox to a 4-1 triumph over the Arizona Diamondbacks with a home run, two runs scored, and three RBI. The left fielder’s clutch hitting provided most of the Sox’s offense in the low-scoring game, overcoming two strikeouts to deliver a decisive performance.
MLB Rank: #2630
STS Projection: 96.9 wRC+, 0.250/0.314/0.394, 16 HR, 7 SB, 69 Runs, 65 RBI
Riley Greene, LF, DET
2-for-3, HR, R, 2 RBI, BB, K.
Riley Greene delivered for the Detroit Tigers in their 5-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers, going 2-for-3 with a home run, a run scored, two RBI, and a walk. His efficient night at the plate, marred only by a strikeout, was instrumental in the Tigers holding off the Brewers in a close battle.
MLB Rank: #44
STS Projection: 137.7 wRC+, 0.279/0.356/0.501, 28 HR, 7 SB, 84 Runs, 86 RBI
Seiya Suzuki, DH, CHC
3-for-4, HR, 2 R, RBI, 2 BB (1 IBB).
Seiya Suzuki shone brightly in the Chicago Cubs’ 8-7 victory against the Philadelphia Phillies, ripping three hits including a home run, scoring twice, driving in a run, and drawing two walks, one intentional. His on-base skills and power were key in the Cubs’ narrow escape, pressuring the Phillies relentlessly.
MLB Rank: #169
STS Projection: 126.1 wRC+, 0.264/0.343/0.471, 25 HR, 8 SB, 82 Runs, 80 RBI
Evan Carter, CF, TEX
2-for-4, HR, R, 2 RBI, K.
Evan Carter contributed significantly to the Texas Rangers’ 6-1 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates, blasting a two-run homer, scoring once, and adding two RBI while striking out once. His extra-base power helped build an early lead that the Rangers never relinquished.
MLB Rank: #80
STS Projection: 117.8 wRC+, 0.252/0.352/0.420, 17 HR, 25 SB, 84 Runs, 66 RBI
Jazz Chisholm Jr., 2B, NYY
2-for-4, HR, 2 R, RBI, K.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. provided pop for the New York Yankees in their 4-2 win over the Boston Red Sox, hitting a home run, scoring twice, and driving in a run despite a strikeout. His timely power swing helped the Yankees maintain control in the AL East matchup.
MLB Rank: #109
STS Projection: 110.9 wRC+, 0.249/0.321/0.439, 25 HR, 35 SB, 75 Runs, 75 RBI
Gavin Sheets, LF, SDP
1-for-2, HR, R, 3 RBI.
Gavin Sheets made the most of his limited at-bats in the San Diego Padres’ 10-8 win over the Colorado Rockies, crushing a home run, scoring a run, and plating three RBI. His pinch-hit power (a-) proved costly for the Rockies in the high-octane offensive display.
MLB Rank: #1761
STS Projection: 97.4 wRC+, 0.245/0.309/0.403, 18 HR, 4 SB, 67 Runs, 71 RBI
James Wood, LF, WSN
1-for-4, HR, R, RBI, 2 K.
James Wood offered a bright spot for the Washington Nationals in their 7-2 loss to the Atlanta Braves, launching a solo home run, scoring a run, and driving in an RBI despite two strikeouts. His blast provided momentary hope in a tough defeat.
MLB Rank: #52
STS Projection: 141.9 wRC+, 0.268/0.366/0.503, 29 HR, 16 SB, 85 Runs, 88 RBI
Oneil Cruz, CF, PIT
1-for-4, HR, R, RBI, 2 K.
Oneil Cruz showed his raw power for the Pittsburgh Pirates despite a 6-1 loss to the Texas Rangers, hitting a home run, scoring a run, and adding an RBI while fanning twice. His long ball accounted for the Pirates’ lone offense in the lopsided game.
MLB Rank: #64
STS Projection: 120.0 wRC+, 0.247/0.326/0.470, 29 HR, 33 SB, 82 Runs, 82 RBI