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.
Hooks Baseball with Fireworks, Straw Hats & Bluey
CORPUS CHRISTI – The Hooks continue their seventh homestand of the season Tuesday, July 8 through Sunday, July 13 as the Springfield Cardinals visit Whataburger Field for a six-game series. Join us at the ballpark on Tuesday for Lemon Chill Baseball Bingo and A&A Bail Bonds Silver Sluggers Night. And
Hooks & Cards Washed Out, Doubleheader Thursday
CORPUS CHRISTI – Tonight’s game between the Hooks and Springfield Cardinals has been postponed due to wet grounds at Whataburger Field. The Texas League contest will be made up as part of single admission doubleheader on Thursday, July 10. First pitch is 5:05 PM with a 45-minute intermission between the
Guillemette Goes Deep, CC Drops Opener
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - The Springfield Cardinals picked up a sixth consecutive win against Corpus Christi Tuesday night, claiming the series opener at Whataburger Field, 7-1. Hooks the have lost two in a row but stand 7-4 in their last 11 after earning a series win vs. San Antonio
SA Shuts Down CC to Salvage Finale
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - Henry Baez and a trio of relievers held the Hooks to one-hit Sunday afternoon as the Missions managed their second win of the week, a 5-0 decision before 3,520 fans at Whataburger Field. Despite the setback, Corpus Christi emerged with a series win, going 7-3
CC Wins Fourth in a Row
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - The Hooks secured a series victory over the Missions Saturday night, rolling past their I-37 rivals, 8-2, before 5,002 fans at Whataburger Field. Corpus Christi, winning four in a row for the first time this season, has claimed seven of its last nine games. Bryce
Hooks Earn Pair of Wins on Fourth of July
Game 3 Box Game 4 Box CORPUS CHRISTI - The Hooks treated Whataburger Field's largest crowd of the season to two Independence Day triumphs as Corpus Christi sunk the Missions 5-4 and 7-0 Friday night before 7,264 fans. The Hooks have won three in a row and six of their
Bonus Baseball on the Fourth of July
CORPUS CHRISTI - Independence Day at Whataburger Field is here, with the Hooks and Missions slated to resume a suspended game at 5:05 PM. Tonight’s originally planned contest, now scheduled for seven innings, follows but will not start before 7:05 PM. July 4 tickets are good for both games. Whataburger
Celebrate the Fourth with Fireworks Friday and Saturday at Whataburger Field
CORPUS CHRISTI – Ring in Independence Day with baseball and fireworks as the Hooks welcome the San Antonio Missions to Whataburger Field Friday, July 4 through Sunday, July 6. On Friday, the Fourth of July, we show our Stars & Stripes with a red, white, and blue fireworks display made
Cole Clobbers Two More Homers, Hooks Level Missions
Box Score SAN ANTONIO - Zach Cole crushed a pair of three-run home runs Wednesday night, lifting the Hooks to a 9-3 triumph over the Missions at Wolff Stadium. Corpus Christi, winning four of its last six games, managed seven two-out runs to even the series. Cole, who went deep
Alimber Santa Selected to Futures Game
SAN ANTONIO - RHP Alimber Santa and IF Brice Matthews will represent the Astros at the 2025 All-Star Futures Game, Major League Baseball announced yesterday. Santa has pitched scoreless ball in 17 of 23 outings with the Hooks, going 2-1 with a 1.27 ERA. The 22-year-old from Azua, Dominican Republic
Pecko Pitches Gem, Hooks Fall in 10
Box Score SAN ANTONIO - Brandon Valenzuela's double off the fence in center completed a two-run 10th for the Missions, who walked off the Hooks, 7-6, Tuesday night before 6,029 fans at Wolff Stadium. Following a thirty-minute rain delay, Ethan Pecko proceeded to permit two base runners over five innings
Cole Homers Twice, Hooks Enjoy Sunday Romp
CORPUS CHRISTI - Zach Cole clubbed two-run home runs in each of his first two at-bats Sunday afternoon, leading the Hooks to a 17-5 triumph over Northwest Arkansas before 3,768 fans at Whataburger Field. Corpus Christi has claimed three of the past four games to force a split of the
Clarke & Dombroski Drive Dramatic Win
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - Wes Clarke was a double shy of the cycle and Trey Dombroski pitched 5 2/3 innings of two-run ball Saturday night as the Hooks upended the Naturals, 4-2, before 4,685 fans at Whataburger Field. Corpus Christi has won two of its last three games. Nic
Hooks Mishandled Strong Showings by Fleury & Mancini
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - Justin Johnson's three home run in the sixth inning was the difference in Northwest Arkansas' 3-1 win over the Hooks before the third-largest crowd of the season, 6,067 fans, at Whataburger Field. Jose Fleury, in his third start since coming off the IL, blanked the
Hooks Show Force with 12-Hit Attack
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - Wes Clarke's two-out RBI base hit in the sixth inning Thursday night was the decisive swing in a 4-3 Star Wars Night win for the Hooks before 4,102 fans at Whataburger Field. Julio Rodriguez and Wilmy Sanchez teamed to allow just four Northwest Arkansas Naturals
Naturals Keep Hooks At Bay
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI - Southpaws Hunter Owen, Hunter Patteson, and Chazz Martinez led Northwest Arkansas to a 6-0 victory over the Hooks Wednesday evening at Whataburger Field. The Naturals have started the second half by taking the first two games of the series. Corpus Christi has dropped 11 of
Big Innings Power Naturals in Opener
Box Score CORPUS CHRISTI, TX - Northwest Arkansas employed a pair of big innings Tuesday night, downing the Hooks, 8-2, before 3,141 fans in the second-half opener at Whataburger Field. Both of Corpus Christi's runs came courtesy of the big fly. Trevor Austin sent a 1-2 curveball from Shane Panzini
Hooks Home After Two-Week Trek
CORPUS CHRISTI – Hooks Baseball is back at Whataburger Field Tuesday, June 24 through Sunday, June 29 as the Double-A Astros host Northwest Arkansas, Texas League affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. Star Wars Night and Three Dollar Thursday collide June 26 for an (inter)stellar evening complete with discounts on
Dombroski Deals in Relief, Hooks Fall in First Half Finale
Box Score SPRINGFIELD, MO - The Hooks were confined to a Wes Clarke first-inning home run Sunday evening as the Cardinals engineered a 3-1 win at Hammons Field to close the first half of Texas League play. Clarke's first clout as a Hook traveled an estimated 435 feet, clearing the
Mancini Goes Five Strong, Late HR Lifts Springfield
Box Score SPRINGFIELD, MO - Darlin Moquete lifted a three-run home run to left field in the seventh inning Saturday night, leading the Cardinals to a 5-3 comeback win over Corpus Christi before 4,172 fans at Hammons Field. Trailing 1-0, the Hooks rallied for a three-spot in the third. Bryce
Cards No-Hit Hooks
Box Score SPRINGFIELD, MO - Tink Hence, Zane Mills, Austin Love, and Sean Harney teamed for nine no-hit innings as the Cardinals clipped the Hooks, 1-0, Friday night before 4,763 fans at Hammons Field. Hence, St. Louis' No. 2 pitching prospect, retired the first nine in order before issuing a
Springfield Secures First Half Title
Box Score SPRINGFIELD, MO - Joshua Baez hit two home runs and drove in five Thursday night as the Cardinals upended Corpus Christi, 7-1, before 3,335 fans at Hammons Field. Springfield, the first Texas League club to win 40 games, went 14-2 down the stretch to clinch a postseason berth
Cards Comeback in Sixth, Spoil Fine Effort by Urias
Box Score SPRINGFIELD, MO - Two-out home runs by Joshua Baez and Trey Paige fueled a three-run sixth for the Cardinals, who rallied to beat the Hooks, 7-2, Wednesday afternoon at Hammons Field. Corpus Christi's two runs came in the third. John Garcia looped a base hit into right before
Hooks Down Cards with Early Onslaught
Box Score SPRINGFIELD, MO - Pascanel Ferreras, Jeron Williams, and Garret Guillemette hit home runs in the second and third innings Tuesday, helping the Hooks to an 8-4 series opening win over the Cardinals before 3,707 fans at Hammons Field. In snapping a four-game slide, Corpus Christi also ended a
Three-Run Homer Nets Surge Comeback Win
Box Score WICHITA - Ben Ross connected for a two-out, three-run home run in the sixth inning Sunday afternoon, vaulting the Wind Surge to a 5-4 victory before 3,363 fans at Equity Bank Park. Joey Mancini fell one out shy of a quality start, surrendering the Ross round-tripper on his