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The Boston Red Sox extended their winning streak to 10 games with a 4-1 victory over the Rays, highlighted by standout performances from Ceddanne Rafaela and Brayan Bello, and are heading into the All-Star break on a high note before a challenging second half of the season.
Pete Crow-Armstrong became the third MLB player in history to reach 25 home runs and 25 stolen bases before the All-Star break, showcasing a breakout season with impressive power and speed, and earning a spot in the All-Star Game.
Cal Raleigh set an MLB record for most home runs by a catcher before the All-Star break with 29 homers, surpassing Johnny Bench's previous record, and is on pace to break several other records, highlighting a historic first half for the Seattle Mariners.
The Boston Red Sox ended the first half of the MLB season on a high note with a 5-4 win over the Kansas City Royals, entering the All-Star break 11 games above .500 and holding the final wild-card spot in the American League. Manager Alex Cora praised the team's resilience and performance, especially their strong play over the last month and a half. Key contributions came from Jarren Duran and Rafael Devers, while Kenley Jansen secured a rare six-out save. The Red Sox are optimistic about their chances and may look to strengthen the team before the trade deadline.
The Philadelphia Phillies ended their first half of the season with a surprising 18-3 loss to the Oakland Athletics, who hit eight home runs. Despite the loss, the Phillies remain in a strong position with a significant division lead and multiple All-Star selections. The team faced challenges with key pitchers unavailable due to injuries, leading to a rough outing for their replacements.
The Yankees missed a chance to sweep the Orioles and enter the All-Star break in first place, losing 6-5 due to late-game defensive errors by Anthony Volpe and Alex Verdugo. Despite strong performances from Trent Grisham and Ben Rice, the Yankees' bullpen couldn't hold the lead, resulting in a frustrating walk-off loss.
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Athletics 11-5, with Tyler Phillips earning his first MLB win in an emotional homecoming. The Phillies hit four home runs, including Bryce Harper's milestone shot against his 30th MLB team. The team is now tied for a season-best 29 games over .500 and has eight All-Stars heading into the break.
The New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles face off in the final game of their series before the All-Star break, with the Orioles looking to maintain their lead in the AL East. The Yankees won the series opener 4-1, narrowing the gap between the two teams. Yankees' pitcher Carlos Rodon has struggled recently, while Orioles' Dean Kremer also seeks to improve his performance. Both teams have potent offenses, suggesting a high-scoring game. The prediction favors the Orioles to win and the game to go over 9 runs.
The Golden State Warriors head into the All-Star break with a 27-26 record, emphasizing the much-needed rest after a taxing first half of the season marked by injuries, lineup changes, and the passing of assistant coach Dejan Milojević. Coach Steve Kerr and the team are looking forward to the break to recharge and refocus, with veteran players like Klay Thompson and rookie Brandin Podziemski highlighting the importance of the mental reset. The team aims to carry their momentum into the remaining 29 games, eyeing a top-six seed in the Western Conference and hoping to avoid the NBA Play-In Tournament.
After a brutal loss to the shorthanded Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks' coach Doc Rivers criticized his team's discipline and effort, attributing the loss to mental mistakes and lack of focus. Despite facing a depleted Grizzlies lineup, the Bucks couldn't secure a win, dropping to 3-7 since Rivers took over. The loss leaves the team at 35-21 heading into the All-Star break, with Rivers still adjusting to his new role. The Bucks will have to regroup before facing the Minnesota Timberwolves after the break.
The Boston Celtics dominated the Brooklyn Nets with a 136-86 blowout victory before the All-Star break, led by Payton Pritchard's 28 points and coach Joe Mazzulla's 100th career win. Despite an ankle injury, Kristaps Porzingis scored 15 points in 16 minutes, while Derrick White led the starters with 27 points. Jordan Walsh received first-quarter minutes, showing potential on defense but struggling offensively. The Celtics will return to action against the Bulls after the break.
The Chicago Bulls entered the All-Star break with a 26-29 record after a tough 108-105 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are currently the hottest team in the NBA. Despite leading in clutch minutes, the Bulls struggled in the final minute of the game, with Coby White committing a crucial turnover and missing a potential tying 3-pointer. The Cavaliers capitalized on turnovers and offensive rebounds, while Bulls' Vucevic had a tough night shooting. Coach Billy Donovan received a technical foul and almost faced ejection, and Patrick Williams is likely to miss the first game after the All-Star break due to injury.
The Boston Celtics dominated the Brooklyn Nets with a historic 136-86 victory, extending their winning streak to six games before the All-Star break. Payton Pritchard led with 28 points, while Jayson Tatum contributed 20 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists. The Celtics showcased a dominant first half display, gave early minutes to rookie Jordan Walsh, rested Kristaps Porzingis in the second half, and head into the break with an impressive 43-12 record and a 6.5-game lead in the Eastern Conference standings.
The Clippers have sent P.J. Tucker and Bones Hyland home from their road trip, with both expected to rejoin the team after the All-Star break. Tucker, who had been out of the rotation, has had discussions with the team about staying ready for potential playing time. Despite trade rumors, Tucker was not bought out due to his contract value, and both players could have limited roles for the Clippers for the rest of the season. Additionally, Kawhi Leonard will miss the game against the Warriors due to an adductor strain, potentially impacting his participation in the All-Star Game.
The LA Clippers have sent home PJ Tucker and Bones Hyland from their road trip, with both expected to rejoin the team after the All-Star break. Tucker's absence is aimed at resetting his mindset after months of frustrations, while Hyland's departure comes amid trade interest from teams like the Timberwolves and Hornets. The team has had discussions with Tucker about his playing time, and there's a growing belief that the Clippers would consider trading Hyland for two second-round picks.