While Pete Alonso, Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor have, predictably, been the Mets’ biggest stars through the early part of the season, the bullpen deserves some credit too. Call them the unsung heroes of the Mets. Their Amazin’ performances have helped protect the leads for the heavy hitters, and they show no signs of slowing down. The relief group’s 2.10 ERA is the third-best in baseball ...

The San Francisco Giants have announced three major roster moves including a surprising injury update on one of their promising young sluggers. According to an announcement from the team, Jerar Encarnación has been transferred to the 60-day injured list, meaning he is going to be out for the next two months from now. Encarnación had surgery before the season started which was expected to keep him out for two months, but nearly a month into the season it seems that initial diagnosis was a bit optimistic and closer to three months at a minimum. Last year, Encarnación played in 35 games for San Francisco and slashed .248/.277/.425 with five home runs and 19 RBI and inspired confidence that he could be a potential breakout candidate this season.

PHILADELPHIA -- - Cristopher Sánchez struck out a career-high 12 over seven innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies scored five runs in the first as they beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 on Thursday for a four-game split. Sánchez (2-0) allowed three runs - two earned - four hits and one walk. His previous strikeout high was 10 on three occasions. Sánchez got 11 of his strikeouts on changeups and threw changeups on 50 of 97 pitches. After Matt Chapman hit an RBI single in the first, the Phillies went ahead in the bottom half as their first five batters reached base on four singles and a walk. Kyle Schwarber had a two-run single, Nick Castellanos had an RBI single, Jordan Hicks (1-2) threw a run-scoring

Oswald Peraza has had a rough go of things in the New York Yankees organization. Once considered a slam-dunk Top 100 prospect in all of Major League Baseball, Peraza debuted at the end of the 2022 season and was largely successful. This season, Peraza is the platoon third baseman in New York, and D.J. LeMahieu's impending return from the injured list could leave him without a job. It's fairly clear that the Yankees would entertain trades for the 24-year-old, but would anyone bite?

Oswald Peraza has had a rough go of things in the New York Yankees organization. Once considered a slam-dunk Top 100 prospect in all of Major League Baseball, Peraza debuted at the end of the 2022 season and was largely successful. This season, Peraza is the platoon third baseman in New York, and D.J. LeMahieu's impending return from the injured list could leave him without a job. It's fairly clear that the Yankees would entertain trades for the 24-year-old, but would anyone bite?

Zach Neto will be back in the lineup again Saturday night for the Los Angeles Angels when they host the San Francisco Giants in Anaheim, Calif. Offseason shoulder surgery sidelined Neto until Friday, when he went 1 for 3 with an RBI double in the Angels' 2-0 win over the Giants. Neto's value to the club can't be overstated. "He brings energy," Angels manager Ron Washington said.

Zach Neto will be back in the lineup again Saturday night for the Los Angeles Angels when they host the San Francisco Giants in Anaheim, Calif. Offseason shoulder surgery sidelined Neto until Friday, when he went 1 for 3 with an RBI double in the Angels' 2-0 win over the Giants. Neto's value to the club can't be overstated. "He brings energy," Angels manager Ron Washington said.

The Angels ended their losing streak in Zach Neto's season debut, and that might not be a coincidence. The standout shortstop can be a difference-maker.

Following electric starts by two of his teammates, Philadelphia's Taijuan Walker hopes to continue the momentum Saturday when the Phillies host the Miami Marlins. Philadelphia has won two games in a row, thanks in large part to its dynamic starting pitching. Cristopher Sanchez struck out a career-high 12 in seven innings during a 6-4 win over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, and Zack Wheeler followed that up with 13 strikeouts in seven innings Friday in a 7-2 win over the Marlins.

Following electric starts by two of his teammates, Philadelphia's Taijuan Walker hopes to continue the momentum Saturday when the Phillies host the Miami Marlins. Philadelphia has won two games in a row, thanks in large part to its dynamic starting pitching. Cristopher Sanchez struck out a career-high 12 in seven innings during a 6-4 win over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, and Zack Wheeler followed that up with 13 strikeouts in seven innings Friday in a 7-2 win over the Marlins.

San Francisco Giants (13-7, third in the NL West) vs. Los Angeles Angels (10-9, second in the AL West) Anaheim, California; Saturday, 9:38 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Landen Roupp (1-1, 4.80 ERA, 1.60 WHIP, 20 strikeouts); Angels: Kyle Hendricks (0-1, 4.20 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, nine strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Giants -132, Angels +111; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Angels, on a three-game home winning streak, host the San Francisco Giants. Los Angeles has a 10-9 record overall and a 3-1 record at home. The Angels have the eighth-best team slugging percentage in the majors at .411. San Francisco is 13-7 overall and 9-5 on the road. Giants hitters have a collective

Following electric starts by two of his teammates, Philadelphia's Taijuan Walker hopes to continue the momentum Saturday when the Phillies host the Miami Marlins. Philadelphia has won two games in a row, thanks in large part to its dynamic starting pitching. Cristopher Sanchez struck out a career-high 12 in seven innings during a 6-4 win over the San Francisco Giants on Thursday, and Zack Wheeler followed that up with 13 strikeouts in seven innings Friday in a 7-2 win over the Marlins.

Another tough luck loss for Logan

If that sounds familiar, it's because almost the exact same script played out in last week's 2-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. It's not a new phenomenon for Giants fans, who affectionately refer to it as "getting Cained." On April 7, Webb's stat line read seven innings, four hits, no runs and 10 strikeouts; he was credited with a no decision after departing a 0-0 ballgame.

If that sounds familiar, it's because almost the exact same script played out in last week's 2-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. It's not a new phenomenon for Giants fans, who affectionately refer to it as "getting Cained." On April 7, Webb's stat line read seven innings, four hits, no runs and 10 strikeouts; he was credited with a no decision after departing a 0-0 ballgame.

If that sounds familiar, it's because almost the exact same script played out in last week's 2-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. It's not a new phenomenon for Giants fans, who affectionately refer to it as "getting Cained." On April 7, Webb's stat line read seven innings, four hits, no runs and 10 strikeouts; he was credited with a no decision after departing a 0-0 ballgame.

If that sounds familiar, it's because almost the exact same script played out in last week's 2-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. It's not a new phenomenon for Giants fans, who affectionately refer to it as "getting Cained." On April 7, Webb's stat line read seven innings, four hits, no runs and 10 strikeouts; he was credited with a no decision after departing a 0-0 ballgame.

If that sounds familiar, it's because almost the exact same script played out in last week's 2-0 loss to the Cincinnati Reds at Oracle Park. It's not a new phenomenon for Giants fans, who affectionately refer to it as "getting Cained." On April 7, Webb's stat line read seven innings, four hits, no runs and 10 strikeouts; he was credited with a no decision after departing a 0-0 ballgame.

After a quiet and injury-shortened rookie season with the San Francisco Giants in 2024, Lee is rapidly emerging as one of baseball's early breakout stars in 2025. Through his first 18 games, the 25-year-old center fielder is slashing .348/.403/.652 with three home runs, 10 doubles, a triple, and 14 RBIs — numbers that have not only solidified his place in the Giants' lineup but also launched him into the national spotlight. “It's just cool to see him [succeed],” ace Logan Webb said. Lee's ascent is particularly significant for a franchise that's missed out on several superstar pursuits in recent years — from Bryce Harper and Aaron Judge to Carlos Correa and Shohei Ohtani.

An overpowering performance by Logan Webb wasn't enough for the Giants to overcome their difficulties against left-handed pitchers Friday night. Lefty Tyler Anderson gave up no runs in six innings and three relievers finished things off for the Los Angeles Angels in a 2-0 win over the Giants at Angels Stadium. Webb (2-1) was dominant through six innings, tying his career high with 12 strikeouts in six innings with no walks. The Angels' 3-4-5 hitters – Mike Trout, Jorge Soler and Logan O'Hoppe – put the ball in play just once and Trout struck out three times.