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Venezuela defeated the Netherlands 6-2 in World Baseball Classic Pool D, delivering a throwback, patriotic feel with quirky, low-velocity bullpen action and unexpected bunts, underscoring the WBC’s old-school charm as Venezuela eyes a deeper run and players like Arráez and Contreras show pride in representing their country.
Garrett Crochet pitched his first complete game shutout for the Red Sox, allowing only three hits and striking out nine, with a key defensive play by Abraham Toro throwing out a runner at home plate that helped secure the 1-0 victory over the Rays at Fenway Park.
The Minnesota Twins secured back-to-back holiday weekend victories over the Tampa Bay Rays, including a walk-off bunt by Brooks Lee in the ninth inning, marking their seventh walk-off win of the season and Rocco Baldelli's 500th win as Twins manager.
During a close game between the Rays and the Mets, Luke Raley attempted to bunt but ended up taking a curveball directly to the groin from pitcher Adam Ottavino. Despite the painful hit, Raley and his "beans" were fine, and hopefully, he'll learn to protect himself better in the future. The Rays ultimately lost the game 8-7.