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sports2 years ago

Astros' McCormick Triples in Win, Rangers Struggle

Chas McCormick's clutch triple in the eighth inning helped the Houston Astros secure a 5-3 win over the Texas Rangers, putting them within four games of the first-place Rangers in the American League West. McCormick's hit broke a tie and showcased his value as an outfielder, contributing both offensively and defensively. Despite battling for consistent playing time, McCormick has proven to be a valuable contributor with a .797 OPS, ranking fourth on the team. The win guarantees at least a split in the four-game series, despite the Astros missing key players due to injuries.

via MLB.com|
#american-league-west#chas-mccormick#clutch-hit
sports2 years ago

"Vladimir Guerrero Jr. delivers clutch hit to secure Blue Jays victory over Mets"

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. delivered a clutch hit in the top of the ninth inning to drive in the go-ahead run and secure a 2-1 victory for the Blue Jays over the Mets. The hit helped end Guerrero's quiet stretch and secure the third consecutive series win for Toronto. Despite struggling earlier in the game, Guerrero stayed focused and trusted himself to deliver in the big moment. The win was an encapsulation of the positive energy and mindset that the Blue Jays try to carry each day.

via MLB.com|
#baseball#blue-jays#clutch-hit
sports2 years ago

Oregon Ducks dominate Notre Dame in NCAA softball regional opener.

Tehya Bird's three-run home run in the second inning gave Oregon the lead for good in a 5-4 win over Notre Dame in the Fayetteville Regional of the NCAA Softball tournament. Bird hit the home run after a 10-pitch at-bat and is hitting over 100 points higher with two outs and runners in scoring position this season. Oregon advances to the winner's bracket semifinal and will face the winner of regional host No. 11 seed Arkansas and Harvard.

via OregonLive|
#clutch-hit#ncaa-softball#notre-dame
sports2 years ago

Correa's clutch double leads Astros past Padres.

Carlos Correa's go-ahead two-run double in the seventh inning helped the Minnesota Twins secure a come-from-behind 5-3 win and a series victory over the San Diego Padres. Correa had been struggling at the plate but made a mechanical adjustment ahead of the Twins' last road trip, which has resulted in more consistent hard-hit balls. The Twins loaded the bases in the seventh inning and nearly failed to capitalize before Correa's clutch hit brought home two runs. Bailey Ober allowed three runs in six innings for the Twins, who secured their second consecutive series win.

via MLB.com|
#carlos-correa#clutch-hit#come-from-behind-win
sports2 years ago

Twins' Nick Gordon delivers clutch hit in 12th inning to secure win over White Sox.

Nick Gordon redeemed himself with a clutch run-scoring double in the 12th inning to help the Minnesota Twins avoid a series sweep against the Chicago White Sox. The Twins' relievers issued five intentional walks to navigate their way through the Chicago lineup for five innings. Gordon's double was his third highlight of the series and is another sign he could be on the verge of breaking out after a difficult start to the season. The Twins broke the game open with a five-run 12th inning.

via The Athletic|
#chicago-white-sox#clutch-hit#intentional-walks
sports2 years ago

Contreras Thriving Under Pressure with Cardinals

Willson Contreras, the catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, broke out of a slump with a clutch hit to give his team a two-run lead against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Contreras, who signed an $87.5 million free-agent contract, has been under pressure to replace Cardinals legend Yadier Molina behind the plate. He celebrated his hit by thanking the baseball gods and slapping the hand of first-base coach Stubby Clapp. The Cardinals won the game 3-0 after being shut out the previous night.

via MLB.com|
#clutch-hit#mlb#pressure