MLB Highlights: 2026-04-29

Yesterday’s Top Major League Performances!

Hunter Goodman, C, COL
3-for-4, 2 HR, BB, 4 R, 3 RBI.
Hunter Goodman powered the Colorado Rockies to a dominant 13-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, going 3-for-4 with two home runs, a walk, and four runs scored while driving in three. The Rockies, sitting at 14-17 and fourth in the NL West, improved against the first-place Reds (19-11, NL Central leaders) thanks to Goodman’s offensive explosion, including nine total bases and just one fly out in a perfect day at the plate with no strikeouts. His performance highlighted Colorado’s offensive surge in the blowout win.
MLB Rank: #270
STS Projection: 105.4 wRC+, 0.239/0.296/0.455, 29 HR, 3 SB, 71 Runs, 86 RBI
Curtis Mead, 1B, CHW
4-for-5, HR, 2B, HBP, 4 R, 2 RBI.
Curtis Mead was unstoppable in the Washington Nationals’ 14-2 rout of the New York Mets, collecting four hits in five at-bats including a home run and double, plus a hit-by-pitch, scoring four runs and adding two RBI with eight total bases. The Nationals, third in the NL East at 14-17, overwhelmed the last-place Mets (10-20, fifth in NL East), as Mead reached base in all six plate appearances without leaving any runners stranded or striking out, anchoring the team’s explosive offense.
MLB Rank: #303
STS Projection: 105.1 wRC+, 0.258/0.325/0.411, 15 HR, 9 SB, 73 Runs, 69 RBI
Matt Shaw, 3B, CHC
3-for-4, HR, 2B, 2 R, 1 RBI.
Matt Shaw delivered a strong showing in the Chicago Cubs’ narrow 5-4 win over the San Diego Padres, going 3-for-4 with a home run, double, two runs scored, and an RBI for seven total bases. With no walks or strikeouts, Shaw minimized outs to just one ground out, significantly contributing to the Cubs’ come-from-behind victory against the Padres through his extra-base hits and baserunning.
MLB Rank: #121
STS Projection: 115.1 wRC+, 0.259/0.334/0.439, 21 HR, 23 SB, 78 Runs, 73 RBI
Brady House, 3B, WSN
1-for-5, HR, BB, 1 R, 4 RBI, 2 K.
Brady House provided power in the Washington Nationals’ 14-2 thrashing of the New York Mets, blasting a home run in five at-bats for four RBI and a run scored despite two strikeouts and a walk. Leaving four on base, House’s big blast accounted for four total bases, helping the Nationals (14-17, third in NL East) dismantle the Mets (10-20, fifth in NL East) in a lopsided contest.
MLB Rank: #500
STS Projection: 95.6 wRC+, 0.252/0.301/0.410, 19 HR, 4 SB, 65 Runs, 72 RBI
Pete Crow-Armstrong, CF, CHC
1-for-4, HR, 1 R, 3 RBI, K.
Pete Crow-Armstrong sparked the Chicago Cubs’ 5-4 triumph over the San Diego Padres with a solo home run in four at-bats, driving in three RBI and scoring a run despite a strikeout. His four total bases proved crucial in the tight victory, as he avoided double plays and contributed without walks or errors on the basepaths.
MLB Rank: #25
STS Projection: 115.8 wRC+, 0.262/0.319/0.464, 24 HR, 34 SB, 81 Runs, 80 RBI
James Wood, LF, WSN
2-for-5, 2B, BB, 3 R, 3 RBI, 2 K.
James Wood fueled the Washington Nationals’ 14-2 demolition of the New York Mets, going 2-for-5 with a double, walk, three runs scored, and three RBI for three total bases. Despite two strikeouts, Wood had no runners left on base in six plate appearances, aiding the Nationals (14-17, third NL East) against the struggling Mets (10-20, fifth NL East).
MLB Rank: #51
STS Projection: 141.4 wRC+, 0.266/0.366/0.501, 29 HR, 17 SB, 85 Runs, 87 RBI
Juan Soto, RF, NYM
3-for-5, HR, 2B, 1 R, 1 RBI.
Juan Soto shone for the New York Mets despite their 14-2 loss to the Washington Nationals, ripping three hits in five at-bats including a home run and double for a run scored, RBI, and seven total bases. With no walks or strikeouts but two fly outs, Soto’s production stood out in the Mets’ defeat to the Nationals (14-17, third NL East) while the Mets languish at 10-20, fifth in the NL East.
MLB Rank: #4
STS Projection: 172.3 wRC+, 0.293/0.418/0.562, 34 HR, 16 SB, 94 Runs, 92 RBI
Lawrence Butler, RF, ATH
1-for-4, HR, 1 R, 3 RBI, K.
Lawrence Butler homered in the Athletics’ 5-2 win over the Kansas City Royals, going 1-for-4 with a run scored and three RBI for four total bases despite a strikeout. Caught stealing once and picked off, his clutch blast nonetheless provided key production in the victory.
MLB Rank: #341
STS Projection: 105.2 wRC+, 0.248/0.316/0.425, 21 HR, 22 SB, 72 Runs, 74 RBI
Ozzie Albies, 2B, ATL
1-for-3, HR, BB, 2 R, 2 RBI.
Ozzie Albies contributed significantly to the Atlanta Braves’ 4-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers, going 1-for-3 with a home run, walk, two runs scored, and two RBI for four total bases. No strikeouts or baserunning miscues, Albies helped the first-place Braves (22-9, NL East) edge the Tigers (15-16, second AL Central).
MLB Rank: #572
STS Projection: 101.4 wRC+, 0.256/0.315/0.412, 17 HR, 11 SB, 71 Runs, 69 RBI
Matt Olson, 1B, ATL
2-for-4, HR, 1 R, 2 RBI, K.
Matt Olson powered the Atlanta Braves past the Detroit Tigers 4-3, hitting 2-for-4 with a home run, run scored, and two RBI for five total bases despite a strikeout. His extra-base power was vital in the close win for the NL East-leading Braves (22-9) over the AL Central’s second-place Tigers (15-16).
MLB Rank: #111
STS Projection: 133.3 wRC+, 0.258/0.351/0.489, 29 HR, 2 SB, 79 Runs, 88 RBI

Cole Young, 2B, SEA
2-for-4, 2B, 3 RBI, R, SB.
In the Seattle Mariners’ 5-3 win over the Minnesota Twins, Cole Young delivered a standout performance, going 2-for-4 with a double, driving in three runs, scoring once, and stealing a base. His two fly outs and no strikeouts highlighted his contact skills, while accumulating three total bases and no runners left on base. Young’s multi-hit effort and speed on the bases provided key offensive support, helping secure the victory in a tightly contested game. His plate appearances were efficient, with no groundouts or double plays, contributing directly to the team’s success.
MLB Rank: #191
STS Projection: 119.8 wRC+, 0.265/0.355/0.425, 16 HR, 11 SB, 81 Runs, 67 RBI
Nolan Arenado, 3B, ARI
1-for-3, HR, 3 RBI, R, BB.
Nolan Arenado powered the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 6-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers, smashing a home run in his 1-for-3 outing while drawing a walk, scoring a run, and driving in three. His four total bases came from the solo shot, with one ground out and one air out, but no strikeouts. Arenado left one runner on base but was pivotal in the win, providing extra-base pop and patient at-bats across four plate appearances. His performance added crucial runs to Arizona’s tally in a comfortable win.
MLB Rank: #884
STS Projection: 84.2 wRC+, 0.239/0.295/0.371, 16 HR, 4 SB, 61 Runs, 63 RBI
Esteury Ruiz, LF, LAD
2-for-4, HR, RBI, R, SB, K.
Esteury Ruiz sparked the Miami Marlins’ 3-2 triumph over the Los Angeles Dodgers, recording 2-for-4 with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, a stolen base, and one strikeout. He tallied five total bases, including the long ball, with one air out and one pop out. Ruiz’s power and speed were on display, boosting Miami’s offense in a close game. His multi-hit night and successful steal helped maintain momentum, contributing significantly despite the single whiff in four plate appearances.
MLB Rank: #593
STS Projection: 98.1 wRC+, 0.244/0.323/0.383, 14 HR, 60 SB, 71 Runs, 62 RBI
Brandon Valenzuela, C, TOR
2-for-3, HR, RBI, 3 R, BB.
Brandon Valenzuela shone in the Toronto Blue Jays’ 8-1 rout of the Boston Red Sox, going 2-for-3 with a home run, an RBI, three runs scored, and a walk. His five total bases fueled Toronto’s offense, with one fly out and one air out but no strikeouts. Valenzuela’s power and speed around the bases were key, crossing the plate three times across four efficient plate appearances with no runners left behind. His performance helped power the Blue Jays to a decisive victory.
MLB Rank: #1385
STS Projection: 82.0 wRC+, 0.222/0.294/0.361, 16 HR, 2 SB, 62 Runs, 63 RBI
Nick Castellanos, RF, SDP
1-for-2, HR, 2 RBI, 2 R, BB, K.
Nick Castellanos provided power for the San Diego Padres in their 4-5 loss to the Chicago Cubs, hitting 1-for-2 with a home run, two RBI, two runs scored, a walk, and a strikeout. His four total bases from the homer were highlights in three plate appearances. Despite the defeat, Castellanos’ extra-base hit and scoring helped keep the game close, showing on-base skills with the free pass and no outs recorded against him.
MLB Rank: #2847
STS Projection: 91.0 wRC+, 0.246/0.296/0.397, 18 HR, 6 SB, 65 Runs, 69 RBI
Will Benson, RF, CIN
1-for-1, HR, 2 RBI, R (a-).
Will Benson delivered in limited action during the Cincinnati Reds’ 2-13 loss to the Colorado Rockies (14-17, fourth in the NL West), going 1-for-1 with a home run, two RBI, and a run scored as a pinch hitter. His four total bases provided a brief spark for the Reds (19-11, first in the NL Central), who fell in a lopsided affair. Benson’s perfect plate appearance with the long ball offered the team’s lone offensive highlight.
MLB Rank: #914
STS Projection: 99.3 wRC+, 0.224/0.316/0.397, 19 HR, 18 SB, 78 Runs, 66 RBI
Mike Trout, DH, LAA
1-for-4, HR, RBI, R, 3 K.
Mike Trout homered in the Los Angeles Angels’ 2-3 defeat to the Chicago White Sox, finishing 1-for-4 with an RBI, a run scored, and three strikeouts. His four total bases kept the Angels in contention, but the loss ensued. Trout’s power showed through despite the whiffs, driving in a run in a tight ballgame.
MLB Rank: #61
STS Projection: 139.1 wRC+, 0.254/0.363/0.494, 32 HR, 8 SB, 84 Runs, 84 RBI
Riley Greene, LF, DET
1-for-4, HR, RBI, R, 2 K.
In the Detroit Tigers’ (15-16, second in the AL Central) 3-4 loss to the Atlanta Braves (22-9, first in the NL East), Riley Greene went 1-for-4 with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and two strikeouts. His four total bases, including one air out and one line out, offered Detroit’s power in a close contest, but it wasn’t enough for the win.
MLB Rank: #42
STS Projection: 138.1 wRC+, 0.280/0.356/0.502, 28 HR, 6 SB, 84 Runs, 86 RBI
Ketel Marte, 2B, ARI
2-for-5, HR, RBI, R, K.
Ketel Marte contributed to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ 6-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers, going 2-for-5 with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and a strikeout. His five total bases, with one fly out, one ground out, and one air out, bolstered the offense. Marte’s multi-hit performance and extra-base power helped secure the comfortable victory across five plate appearances.
MLB Rank: #57
STS Projection: 125.2 wRC+, 0.265/0.344/0.465, 25 HR, 6 SB, 78 Runs, 80 RBI
Corbin Carroll, RF, ARI
2-for-5, HR, RBI, R, 3 K.
Corbin Carroll added firepower in the Arizona Diamondbacks’ 6-2 defeat of the Milwaukee Brewers, hitting 2-for-5 with a home run, an RBI, a run scored, and three strikeouts. His five total bases drove the win, providing multi-hit production and power despite the whiffs, leaving one on base in five plate appearances.
MLB Rank: #15
STS Projection: 139.0 wRC+, 0.267/0.359/0.503, 26 HR, 32 SB, 98 Runs, 81 RBI