The Padres bounced back Saturday night at Petco Park with a HUGE 4-2 win over the red-hot St. Louis Cardinals in another game that felt like playoff baseball in May. Manny Machado made history tonight, blasting his 250th career home run as a Padre and the 375th homer of his incredible MLB career in a massive moment for San Diego. Randy Vásquez battled through traffic, the bullpen delivered huge outs, and Mason Miller survived absolute CHAOS in the 9th inning before slamming the door with triple-digit gas and electric strikeout stuff. This game had EVERYTHING: 🔥 Manny Machado milestone homer 🔥 Petco playoff atmosphere 🔥 clutch bullpen moments 🔥 insurance runs late 🔥 Cardinals pressure all night 🔥 Mason Miller insanity in the ninth The Padres desperately needed this win after dropping the first two games of the series, and once again their pitching staff carried them through another tense, emotional battle. We break down: * Manny Machado’s milestone night * Randy Vásquez grinding through pressure * The bullpen dominance * Mason Miller’s wild save * Key turning points * Player of the game * X-factor * Second guess * and why these Padres/Cardinals games suddenly feel like October baseball. #Padres #SanDiegoPadres #MLB #PadresPostcast #FernandoTatisJr #MannyMachado #JacksonMerrill #MasonMiller 🎙️ Padres Postcast with Host Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. The Padres and Cardinals play game 3 of this 3-game series tomorrow night at Petco, with 1st pitch set for 1:10pm. We will be here right after the game with your PADRES POSTCAST, hosted by Jim "Gries" Grieshaber. ----- Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts... Locked On MLB League-Wide: Every Team, Prospects & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/... Follow on Twitter: / javiipeno Follow the show on Twitter: / lo_padres Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
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The Buffalo Bisons were able to use home runs late, including a two-run homer in the top of the seventh inning, to defeat the Lehigh Valley IronPigs 9-7 on Saturday night at Coca-Cola Park. To read the full game recap: https://www.mlb.com/milb/buffalo/news/bisons-blast-their-way-to-win-over-lehigh The Bisons and IronPigs will conclude their six-game series at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday at Coca-Cola Park. Pregame coverage on The Bet 1520 AM, the Audacy app, and Bisons.com begins at 12:55 p.m. with the ‘Voice of the Bisons’ Pat Malacaro.
Craig Sandlin and Greg Kuffner discuss if Will Benson could be an option to hit leadoff for the Cincinnati Reds given his patience at the plate and high on base percentage this year. ------------------------------------ Check out our partners ⤵️ Get 20% off sitewide at Homage with promo code CHATTER at checkout: homage.com/CBOX The Anthony Muñoz 78 Cigar! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-munoz-78-cigars Apply today at Sharefax Credit Union: Sharefax.org or call 513-753-2440 Learn more about our friends at QC Kinetix! Call (513) 655-3356 or visit qckinetix.com It’s OK not to be OK! Need Help? Call or text 988 DAY OR NIGHT or visit mantherapy.or ----------------------------------- As the Cincinnati Reds look to optimize their lineup for the 2026 season, Will Benson presents a high-risk, high-reward option as the lead-off hitter, blending elite speed with a penchant for high-variance offensive production. His viability stems from a 2023–2024 profile that suggested top-tier talent, tempered by significant 2024 regressions and a 2025 season filled with demotions, high hard-hit rates, and, ultimately, poor luck. Previous Leadoff Experience and Performance Benson has served as a leadoff option in various capacities since joining the Reds, though he has not solidified himself as the exclusive table-setter. In 2024, he hit the first leadoff home run of his Major League career on May 16th against Tyler Glasnow, a 439-foot blast. His 2023 form was particularly promising, where he hit \(.275\) with a \(.365\) on-base percentage (OBP) across 108 games, showing the patience and discipline often required of a leadoff hitter. Reds Metrics and Career Path Benson’s tenure in Cincinnati has been streaky. After a breakout 2023, he fell to a \(.187\) batting average in 343 at-bats in 2024, while his strikeout rate remained high. However, his underlying, or expected, stats often paint a brighter picture. In early 2025, despite a low batting average, he was among the league leaders in barrel rate, average exit velocity, and hard-hit percentage (top 15%), suggesting a significant positive regression was on the horizon. As of May 9, 2026, he has struggled early, with a \(.207\) average in 31 games, but maintaining high power and on-base potential, including 13 walks. Viability for 2026 Benson's main strength as a leadoff hitter is his ability to get on base (.352 OBP in 2026) and his 94th-percentile speed, which provides run-scoring potential. His 2025 season showed a refined approach, reducing his strikeout rate to 26.5% and swinging more in the zone. However, his inconsistency and inability to consistently produce against left-handed pitchers make him a specialized option, often best used when he is in a hot streak. His 2026 outlook under Manager Terry Francona is that of a "streaky" player who can carry the offense when hot, but who must be managed carefully regarding his playing time against tough left-handed matchups. If he can match his 2025 Statcast metrics—where he ranked in the top 15% in expected slugging (\(xSLG\)) and hard-hit rate—with better fortune on balls in play (\(BABIP\)), he could finally provide the consistent speed-and-power lead-off combo the Reds have needed since his breakout 2023.
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Freddie Freeman finally ends the drought with a HUGE blast in this exciting showdown between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves ⚾🔥 Dodgers fans were waiting for this moment 😱 Absolute missile off the bat 💣 Watch till the end 👀 👍 Subscribe for daily MLB Shorts #shorts #mlb #dodgers #braves #baseball #viral #FreddieFreeman #Dodgers #Braves #DodgersVsBraves #MLBShorts #BaseballShorts #FreddieFreemanHighlights #HomeRun #MLBHighlights #BaseballViral #MLBViral #DodgersHighlights #BravesHighlights #BaseballMoments #SportsShorts #ViralBaseball #MLBTrending #BaseballEdits #MLBClips #BigBlast
Spurs Win Game 3 115-108! Take 2-1 Lead 😱 #NBAPlayoffs #nba #shorts San Antonio Spurs defeat Minnesota Timberwolves 115-108 in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead in the Conference Semifinals on May 8, 2026 at Target Center. This video is prepared with AI assistance and is based on the relevant news from various sources in news format. Credits to original sources, content creators, logos, and organization owners (NBA, San Antonio Spurs, Minnesota Timberwolves) for the underlying news and footage used as reference. Subscribe to Ball Blast Sports for more playoff highlights! 👇 Disclaimer: This video is prepared with AI assistance and is based on the relevant news from various sources in news format. It does not reflect real persons or characters. All information is based on data collected from various online sources which may be correct or may not be correct. This video is solely for entertainment purposes. All footage rights belong to respective owners. No copyright infringement intended. #NBAPlayoffs #Round2 #Spurs #Timberwolves #Game3 #Wembanyama #2-1 #Playoffs2026 #Trending #Shorts
The Houston Astros brought the heat to Great American Ball Park on May 9, 2026, delivering a massive 10-0 shutout against the Cincinnati Reds. Pitching Excellence: M. Burrows was untouchable on the mound, tossing 7.0 scoreless innings with 6 strikeouts to earn the win. Relief pitchers A. Blubaugh and L. VanWey slammed the door to complete the five-hit shutout. Offensive Fireworks: Houston's bats exploded for 13 hits and 4 home runs: Zach Dezenzo: 2-run blast to open the scoring. Yordan Alvarez: Massive 407-foot, 2-run moonshot. Zach Cole: 3-run homer in a crushing 9th-inning rally. Christian Vázquez: Solo shot to cap off the 10-run lead. While the Astros improve to 16-23, the Reds’ struggles continue as this loss marks their 8th straight defeat. Don't forget to like and subscribe for more MLB recaps! #Astros #Reds #MLB #BaseballHighlights #Shutout #HoustonAstros #CincinnatiReds #HomeRun #MMLB2026 #SportzSwag