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New York Yankees VS New York Mets
New York Yankees
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New York Mets
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Series Stakes The rubber game of the three-contest Subway Series carries extra weight for both clubs. A split through two means the winner claims bragging rights in New York, but beyond pride, momentum here could springboard either team as they head into a tougher stretch of the schedule. How to Bet on MLB Like a Pro! – Get expert insights

2025-05-18 18:10:00
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San Diego Padres VS Seattle Mariners
Mlb San Diego Padres
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Seattle Mariners
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Padres vs Mariners The San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners meet in the finale of their weekend series on Sunday, May 18 at 7:10 PM PT at Petco Park. Expect a mix of clouds and sun with temperatures peaking near 67°F and dropping to around 54°F by first pitch. How to Bet on MLB Like a Pro! – Get expert insights

2025-05-18 15:10:00
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Milwaukee Brewers VS Minnesota Twins
Milwaukee Brewers
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Minnesota Twins
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Preview of Today’s Twins vs. Brewers Finale Sunday’s series finale in Milwaukee brings a thrilling showdown: the surging Minnesota Twins chase their 14th straight win, while the Brewers desperately need an offensive spark. This matchup is as much about pitching duels as it is about streaks, stats and savvy bets. Whether you’re in it for the drama or the dollars,

2025-05-18 13:10:00
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Chicago Cubs VS Chicago White Sox
Chicago Cubs
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Chicago White
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Cubs Aim to Sweep White Sox, Continue Windy City Dominance The Chicago Cubs are heating up, and shortstop Dansby Swanson has a lot to do with it. After a sluggish start to the season, Swanson has erupted in May with a .373 average, five home runs, and 10 RBIs. His performance on Saturday — a 2-for-3 effort with three runs

2025-05-18 13:20:00
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Baltimore Orioles VS Washington Nationals
Baltimore Orioles
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Washington Nationals
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Orioles Look to Stop Skid, Avoid Sweep by Resurgent Nationals The Baltimore Orioles enter Sunday’s finale of a three-game set against the Washington Nationals in search of answers—and a much-needed victory. After firing manager Brandon Hyde on Saturday, the Orioles will play their first full game under interim manager Tony Mansolino, hoping to snap a five-game losing streak and avoid

2025-05-18 12:35:00
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Kansas City Royals VS St. Louis Cardinals
Kansas City Royals
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Saint Louis Cardinals
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Wacha vs. Cardinals Again: Royals Hope Ace Halts Losing Skid The Kansas City Royals are turning to the one man who has consistently delivered when it matters most—Michael Wacha—as they attempt to end a four-game losing streak and salvage the finale of a three-game series against the red-hot St. Louis Cardinals. First pitch is scheduled for Sunday afternoon at Kauffman

2025-05-18 13:10:00
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Philadelphia Phillies VS Pittsburgh Pirates
Philadelphia Phillies
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Pittsburgh Pirates
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Mick Abel Debuts as Phillies Face Skenes, Pirates in Series Finale Two of baseball’s brightest young pitching talents—one at the start of his journey and the other already carving out an ace reputation—go head-to-head Sunday as the Philadelphia Phillies host the Pittsburgh Pirates in the final game of a three-game weekend series. Mick Abel, the Phillies’ 2020 first-round pick, will

2025-05-18 12:35:00
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Cincinnati Reds VS Cleveland Guardians
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Cleveland Guardians
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Reds Eye Rare Sweep of Guardians Amid Momentum Shift The Ohio Cup has a chance to tilt decisively in the Cincinnati Reds’ favor as they go for a rare three-game sweep of the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday afternoon at Great American Ball Park. Winners of three straight, the Reds have tightened up in every aspect—pitching, defense, and timely hitting—while the

2025-05-18 12:40:00
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Miami Marlins VS Tampa Bay Rays
Miami Marlins
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Tampa Bay Rays
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Rays, Marlins Close “Citrus Bowl” Series With Mirror-Image Rebuilds There’s more than just geography tying the Tampa Bay Rays and Miami Marlins together. As the two Florida-based MLB clubs prepare for the rubber match of their “Citrus Bowl” interleague series on Sunday, it’s clear these teams are cut from similar cloth. Both rank in the bottom five of MLB payrolls,

2025-05-18 12:40:00
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