The Dodgers lost a close game to the Angels in extra innings, blowing a late lead and suffering their fifth straight defeat, which has significantly impacted their standing in the NL West division, highlighting ongoing frustrations and a recent decline in performance.
The Red Sox lost a game to the Phillies in a highly unusual manner when a catcher's interference call ended the game, marking only the second time since 1920 such a ruling has decided a major league game, leading to confusion and debate over the rule's application.
The San Diego Padres suffered a 7-5 walk-off loss to the Cincinnati Reds in 11 innings, extending their losing streak to six games. Despite the loss, the Padres found some hope in their improved fight and late-game rally. The team held a meeting before the game to reset their focus for the second half of the season. The Padres tied the game in the ninth and scored in the 10th and 11th innings, but ultimately lost when the Reds hit a three-run walk-off homer in the 11th. This was the Padres' eighth walk-off loss of the season and they remain winless in extra innings.
Despite a gem of a performance from Nick Lodolo, who pitched seven shutout innings and struck out 12 batters, the Cincinnati Reds bullpen couldn't hold onto a two-run lead in the ninth inning, resulting in a walk-off loss to the Philadelphia Phillies. The loss spoiled Lodolo's impressive outing and left the Reds with their biggest gut punch of the young season.