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Brewers get off to fast start, hang on to edge Astros
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Chad Patrick (39) throws during the first inning of their game against the Houston Astros Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Jake Bauers homered to cap a four-run first inning, rookie Chad Patrick took a shutout into the seventh and the Milwaukee Brewers hung on for a 4-3 victory over the visiting Houston Astros on Tuesday night.
Patrick (2-3), who had lost his previous three starts, allowed just one hit through six innings before giving up a three-run homer to Brendan Rodgers with two outs in the seventh.
Yainer Diaz and Jake Meyers reached on consecutive one-out singles. Patrick fanned Victor Caratini, but Rodgers sent a 2-1 pitch the opposite way to right field for his first home run to make it 4-3.
The Astros had three base runners in the eighth off Abner Uribe but failed to score. Jose Altuve walked with one out, but was thrown out at second trying to advance on a ball in the dirt. Isaac Paredes walked and Christian Walker singled, but Nick Mears relieved and got Diaz on a bouncer to short.
Trevor Megill finished with a perfect ninth for his fourth save in five opportunities.
Patrick allowed three runs on four hits in 6 2/3 innings, striking out six and walking one.
The Brewers jumped on Hayden Wesneski (1-3) for four runs in a 40-pitch first inning. Brice Turang doubled with one out and William Contreras worked an 11-pitch walk. Rhys Hoskins’ two-out double scored both runners and Bauers followed with his third homer, sending a 1-2 pitch 416 feet to center.
Wesneski allowed four runs on five hits in four innings, striking out three and walking two in an 80-pitch outing.
Last season, Patrick went 14-1 with a 2.90 ERA in 26 games, including 24 starts, at Triple-A Nashville to earn International League Pitcher of the Year honors, leading the league in wins, ERA, and strikeouts.
–Field Level Media
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Paige Bueckers leaves game after collision, hitting head on floor
Jul 19, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Paige Bueckers (5) and Los Angeles Sparks guard Erica Wheeler (17) react after a play during the second half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images Dallas Wings star guard Paige Bueckers suffered a scary fall late in her team’s 90-82 win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Sunday in Arlington, Texas, leaving with 3:33 to play and not returning.
As Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike was dribbling down the court, she was fouled and lost her balance. She tumbled into the legs of Bueckers and the second-year player fell straight back, landing on her back.
The back of Bueckers’ head appeared to hit the floor when she fell, and the 24-year-old immediately grabbed her head.
After lying face down on the floor briefly, Bueckers walked off the court on her own but with members of the Wings’ staff flanking her as she continued to hold her head and had a slight limp.
Before walking off the court, she hugged Ogwumike after the two got up. Both players were selected to the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday in Chicago.
Bueckers finished with a game-high 25 points on 10-of-18 shooting — including 2-of-4 from 3-point range — as well as five assists and four rebounds in 32 minutes. Ogwumike led the Sparks (10-15) with 17 points and 10 rebounds.
There was no update provided on Bueckers’ status after the game. Last season’s rookie of the year after being selected No. 1 overall out of UConn, Bueckers entered the day averaging 20.7 points and 6.3 assists while shooting 38.1% from distance.
The Wings are now 17-8, fourth in the WNBA and a half-game behind the Las Vegas Aces for third place.
–Field Level Media
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Yankees option RHP Elmer Rodriguez to Triple-A
May 5, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Elmer Rodriguez (71) pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images The New York Yankees optioned right-hander Elmer Rodriguez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre on Monday.
Rodriguez, 22, was recalled Sunday before the second game of a split doubleheader against the Los Angeles Dodgers to fill the designated 27th roster spot. He did not pitch in the game.
After making his major league debut April 29, Rodriguez is 0-2 with a 4.76 ERA over 17 innings across four starts.
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St. Louis City sign D Jaziel Orozco to contract extension
Mar 1, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; St. Louis CITY SC defender Jaziel Orozco (99) controls the ball against the San Diego FC during the second half at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Abe Arredondo-Imagn Images St. Louis City SC signed defender Jaziel Orozco to a contract extension through the 2028-29 MLS season.
The deal announced Monday with the 22-year-old Mexico native includes an option for 2029-30.
Orozco has recorded one goal in 17 appearances for St. Louis since signing with the club in 2025. He appeared in four matches for Real Salt Lake in 2022.
“Jazi has put in consistent performances this season and it is clear he has a good understanding of what is being asked of him tactically,” sporting director Corey Wray said. “Over the last six months, he has shown qualities that we value with his tactical flexibility and versatility both in and out of possession. We are excited to keep him at the club for years to come and help him continue developing as a player.”
St. Louis will return from the FIFA World Cup break on Wednesday night against the host Los Angeles Galaxy.
–Field Level Media
Paige Bueckers leaves game after collision, hitting head on floor
Yankees option RHP Elmer Rodriguez to Triple-A
