Complete results and highlights from Spring Breakout
The second edition of MLB Spring Breakout is complete, and there was no shortage of highlights from the future stars of Major League Baseball over the four-day showcase. Here's a complete breakdown of the 16-game exhibition:
The second edition of MLB Spring Breakout is complete, and there was no shortage of highlights from the future stars of Major League Baseball over the four-day showcase.
Here's a complete breakdown of the 16-game exhibition:
THURSDAY
Rays 7, Red Sox 5
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Spring Breakout 2025 kicked off with a matchup between two of MLB's top three farm systems, and it did not disappoint as four of baseball's top 12 prospects -- Boston's Big 3 and Rays No. 1 Carson Williams -- went deep. Tampa Bay's Chandler Simpson and Homer Bush Jr. showed off their game-changing speed as well.
Cubs, Dodgers
Canceled due to inclement weather.
FRIDAY
Cardinals 3, Marlins 3
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MLB's Nos. 3 and 4 left-handed pitching prospects -- Miami's Thomas White and St. Louis' Quinn Mathews, the reigning MiLB Pitching Prospect of the Year -- went toe-to-toe and shut down their opponents' bats for two and three innings, respectively, as the Cardinals and Marlins settled for a tie in the battle of Jupiter.
Phillies 5, Pirates 3
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Pirates right-hander Bubba Chandler showed why he was the top pitching prospect to participate in Spring Breakout, striking out four across two perfect innings with upper-90s fastballs. But the interstate-rival Phillies pulled away in the end behind Justin Crawford's speed (triple, stolen base) and Carson DeMartini's power (home run).
Nationals 6, Astros 6
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Nationals outfield prospects Andrew Pinckney and Elijah Green each went deep to help give Washington an early lead, but the Astros' dominant bullpen kept them in the game long enough for a tie as Jackson Nezuh, the organization's 2024 Minor League Pitcher of the Year, and Ethan Pecko each struck out the side in consecutive innings.
Athletics 5, Padres 2
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Padres 18-year-old phenoms Leo De Vries and Ethan Salas showed why they are two of the best prospects in baseball -- even as Denzel Clarke took away extra bases from the former and added a pair of RBIs. Athletics' 2024 second-rounder Tommy White justified his "Tommy Tanks" nickname with a game-changing home run.
D-backs 5, Royals 2
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Fittingly, two of the best prospects in this game put their raw power on display, as MLB's No. 22 prospect Jac Caglianone (single) and D-backs' 2023 second-rounder LuJames Groover (double, triple) each hit balls in excess of 105 mph -- and Arizona used some trickery to turn a nifty double play.
Guardians 8, Mariners 7
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In a matchup of Top 10 farm systems, Cleveland's Jaison Chourio and Seattle's Tai Peete each delivered three hits, while the teams combined for 23 knocks. There was plenty of excitement on the mound, too, as Parker Messick struck out five across three scoreless frames for the Guardians and switch-pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje made his professional debut for the Mariners.
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SATURDAY
Blue Jays 10, Twins 0
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Blue Jays' 2024 first-rounder Trey Yesavage was nothing short of dominant in his pro debut, with three strikeouts across two scoreless frames, and he got more than enough run support as an offense led by MLB's No. 86 prospect Arjun Nimmala (two hits, RBI, run) stepped up despite great defense from Twins No. 7 prospect Brandon Winokur.
Orioles 5, Yankees 4
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Tools aplenty were on display in this AL East showdown as Yankees starter Carlos Lagrange touched triple digits and retired 11 straight, while speedy Enrique Bradfield Jr. (Orioles' No. 3) and Vance Honeycutt (BAL No. 5) generated scoring with their legs before the O's walked it off.
Rangers 5, Giants 5
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Rangers starter Winston Santos looked electric with six K's across three perfect frames while MLB's No. 17 prospect Sebastian Walcott showed off his 70-grade arm on defense and collected a pair of hits. The Giants' offense came alive after Santos' exit -- 2024 first-rounder James Tibbs III came through with an RBI single -- and forced a tie.
Cubs 8, Angels 3
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The Cubs' trio of Top 100 prospects participating -- Moises Ballesteros, James Triantos and Kevin Alcántara -- each delivered two hits, with the latter knocking a first-inning homer. Angels No. 3 prospect George Klassen came on in relief and struck out Alcántara in the second frame and was the top performer on the Halos' side.
SUNDAY
Tigers 6, Braves 3
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Braves No. 12 prospect Didier Fuentes struck out seven batters -- the most at Spring Breakout -- across three innings of one-hit ball. But Detroit's offense proved to be too much as all five of the Tigers' Top 100 bats collected hits, led by 2024 first-rounder Bryce Rainer's two knocks and three RBIs in his professional debut.
Mets 5, Nationals 1
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This NL East matchup began as a pitching duel when starters Jonah Tong (Mets) and Alex Clemmey (Nats) combined to strike out nine batters across five innings of one-run ball. Mets infield prospects Ryan Clifford and Brandon Baro homered to break open the game in the middle frames.
Rockies 3, White Sox 1
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Hagen Smith and Noah Schultz, baseball's top two LHP prospects, delivered on their hype with a pair of scoreless innings apiece, and recent Rockies first-rounders Gabriel Hughes and Brody Brecht kept up with a combined four K's across three hitless innings. Late power from infielders Adael Amador and Kyle Karros put Colorado on top.
Reds 9, Brewers 7
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This year's highest scoring Spring Breakout game featured three triples from the Reds -- Sal Stewart (MLB No. 83), Edwin Arroyo (MLB No. 91) and Ethan O'Donnell (CIN No. 18). The Brewers had a balanced attack, with 10 different prospects picking up hits, including 18-year-old Jose Anderson, who went deep in the fourth.
Ben Weinrib is a contributor for MiLB.com.
Homestand Preview: Dinking and dunking, Dinos roaming, Faith and Family Night coming up at Riley Park
The RiverDogs return to Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park June 10-15 for a jam-packed six-game homestand against the Augusta GreenJackets, the Single-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. The week is highlighted by two giveaways, pickleball courts in the ballpark, live action dinosaurs and Father's Day festivities. A full homestand itinerary
Five-run sixth propels RiverDogs past Augusta
Charleston, SC – For the second straight night, the RiverDogs offense jolted to life after an early lull, rallying for a five-run sixth inning to defeat Augusta 5-4 on Thursday night in front of 4,816 fans at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. Charleston moves back to .500 with the win,
RiverDogs Executive Chairman and principal owner Marv Goldklang to be inducted into Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame
CHARLESTON, SC – Marv Goldklang has been a leader and pioneer throughout professional baseball for over four decades, and has served as Executive Chairman and principal owner of the Charleston RiverDogs since his purchase of the franchise in 1989. His accomplishments and accolades throughout the game are wide ranging. Marv’s
Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame set to induct 2025 class Sunday
CHARLESTON, SC – The Charleston Baseball Hall of Fame is set to induct the class of 2025 on Sunday, June 15 ahead of the RiverDogs’ 5:05 p.m. matchup with the Augusta GreenJackets at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. RiverDogs Executive Chairman and principal owner Marv Goldklang, Citadel standout Steve Arrington,
Mateo’s pinch-hit homer boosts RiverDogs to comeback win
CHARLESTON, SC - The RiverDogs scored seven unanswered runs – highlighted by a pinch-hit, two-out, go-ahead homer from Angel Mateo in the eighth inning – to defeat Augusta 7-3 on Wednesday night in front of 3,112 fans at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. With the win, Charleston improves to 29-30
Augusta bullpen quiets RiverDogs bats to open series
Charleston, S.C - The RiverDogs’ offense sputtered against Augusta’s bullpen and fell 5-1 in the series opener on Tuesday night in front of 3,425 fans at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. With the defeat, Charleston falls to 28-30 – three games out of first place with eight games remaining in
Carolina’s early runs snap RiverDogs’ win streak
ZEBULON, NC – Carolina scored in the game’s first three innings to eventually take a 6-2 victory over the RiverDogs in the series finale on Sunday afternoon at Five County Stadium. With the defeat, Charleston falls a game below .500 to 28-29. After just one player tallied all of the
RiverDogs clinch series win over league-best Carolina
ZEBULON, NC – Behind yet another strong starting pitching performance and timely run production, the RiverDogs defeated Carolina 5-2 on Saturday night at Five County Stadium. With the win, Charleston returns to .500 (28-28) and clinches a series win over the Mudcats, who hold the best record in the Carolina
Shin’s slam, Galan’s 10 Ks lead ‘Dogs to doubleheader sweep
Zebulon, N.C.- The RiverDogs continued their doubleheader prowess, sweeping the Carolina Mudcats in a twin bill on Friday night at Five County Stadium. The ‘Dogs took game one 8-4 in a comeback effort and game two 3-0 thanks to a career night from Andres Galan. The doubleheader sweep is Charleston’s
RiverDogs, Mudcats rained out Thursday
The Charleston RiverDogs and Carolina Mudcats game scheduled for Thursday night at Five County Stadium has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Friday, June 6, with game one scheduled for 5 p.m. The RiverDogs return to Riley Park
RiverDogs’ bullpen, bats outlast Mudcats in 13 innings
ZEBULON, NC - In what started as an unexpected bullpen game for both teams and evolved into a 13-inning thriller, the RiverDogs prevailed 8-5 over the Carolina Mudcats 8-5 on Wednesday night at Five County Stadium. At 13 innings and 3 hours and 43 minutes, the game was the longest
Mudcats rout RiverDogs in series opener
ZEBULON, NC – For the second straight Tuesday, the RiverDogs suffered from a case of the Mondays and fell to the Carolina Mudcats 10-0 in the series opener at Five County Stadium. The defeat snaps a three-game win streak for 'Dogs, who are now 24-28. Jayden Voelker opened the contest
RiverDogs capture series with one-run win
Charleston, S.C. - The Charleston RiverDogs captured a series win, surmounting an early deficit to defeat the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers 5-4 on Sunday evening in front of 5,618 fans at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. With the victory, the RiverDogs close the series with three consecutive wins and head to
RiverDogs earn doubleheader sweep over first-place Kannapolis
Charleston, S.C - The RiverDogs swept the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers in a doubleheader, taking game one 5-1 and game two 5-3 on Saturday evening in front of 4,507 fans at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. The wins move Charleston’s record to 23-27 and pulls them ahead in the series three
‘Dogs fall short despite Andrade’s quality start
Charleston, S.C - Kannapolis starter Grant Umberger and the Cannon Ballers’ bullpen outdueled the RiverDogs staff to take a 2-1 win on Friday night in front of 4,139 fans at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. RiverDogs starter Ryan Andrade went toe-to-toe with Umberger, as both starters carried shutouts through five
RiverDogs, Cannon Ballers postponed Thursday
The Charleston RiverDogs and Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Thursday night contest has been postponed due to unplayable field conditions at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader Saturday, May 31, with first pitch of game one scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Game two
Six-run inning, Harrison’s strong start lead RiverDogs to victory
The Charleston RiverDogs used a six-run fifth inning to pull away from the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers and win 7-4 on Wednesday night in front of 2,902 fans at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. With the win, the RiverDogs improve to 21-26 on the season and knot the series at a
Cannon Ballers shut out ‘Dogs in series opener
Charleston, SC – The RiverDogs failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities and dropped the series opener to Kannapolis 3-0 on Tuesday night in front of 2,683 fans at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park. The loss is Charleston’s eighth in its last nine games. Cannon Ballers shortstop Caleb Bonemer did all
Theo Gillen named Carolina League Player of the Week
CHARLESTON, SC – Major League Baseball has announced that RiverDogs outfielder Theo Gillen has been named the Carolina League Player of the Week for May 20-25. The Rays’ 2024 first-round draft pick is the second RiverDog to earn the honor this season. Gillen went 8-19 on the week with two
Homestand Preview: TPing, costume contests and spooks ahead for Summer Hallo-Week
If Spooky Season is your favorite season, you won’t need to wait until October to begin your festivities this year. The Charleston RiverDogs will host Summer Hallo-Week all week long at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park, May 27-June 1 as the team hopes to haunt the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers in
RiverDogs slug past Augusta to avoid sweep
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – The RiverDogs used back-to-back big innings in the third and fourth innings to defeat Augusta 10-8 and avert a six-game sweep on Sunday night at SRP Park. The victory ends a seven-game losing streak for Charleston. The ‘Dogs have yet to be swept in a six-game
Guerra’s walk-off homer sinks 'Dogs in seventh straight loss
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – The RiverDogs led by three runs entering the bottom of the ninth, but Augusta roared back with a four-run rally, capped off by a Mason Guerra walk-off home run to defeat Charleston 6-5 on Saturday night at SRP Park. The loss is the seventh straight for
RiverDogs storm back from late deficit, fall short at Augusta
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – Despite trailing by seven runs in the sixth inning, the RiverDogs fought back for a late tie, but ultimately fell 13-11 to the Augusta GreenJackets on Friday night at SRP Park. The defeat is Charleston’s sixth consecutive defeat following a six-game win streak. Theo Gillen jumpstarted
Augusta bullpen stunts RiverDogs
NORTH AUGUSTA, SC – An early Augusta rally proved insurmountable for the RiverDogs, as they dropped their fifth consecutive game, 5-2, on Thursday night at SRP Park. The five-game skid for Charleston (19-23) directly follows a six-game win streak. For the first time in the series, the RiverDogs struck first.
RiverDogs comeback halted in walk-off loss
North Augusta, SC -- Trailing by four runs in the eighth inning, the RiverDogs rallied to tie the game, but lost in walk-off fashion to the Augusta GreenJackets, 5-4 on Wednesday night at SRP Park. The loss is Charleston’s fourth in a row and drops the team’s record to 19-22.