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.
Didier Fuentes Dazzles in Tough-Luck Debut for Gwinnett
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – Atlanta Braves’ No. 10 prospect Didier Fuentes made history on Saturday night at Coolray Field, becoming the youngest pitcher in Gwinnett history. The 19-year-old struck out six over 4.2 one-run innings in his Triple-A debut for the Stripers (25-43), but the first of two Jimmy Crooks homers
Atlanta Braves Infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. to Rehab with Gwinnett Stripers
LAWRENCEVILLE, Georgia – The Gwinnett Stripers, in conjunction with the Atlanta Braves, have announced today that infielder Nacho Alvarez Jr. will continue his rehab assignment with the Gwinnett Stripers. Alvarez, on Atlanta’s 60-day injured list while recovering from left wrist inflammation, is scheduled to play in Thursday’s 7:05 p.m. game
Homestand Highlights: Stripers Welcome Bluey™ to Coolray Field
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers host Marvel™ Super Heroes (Friday, June 13) and Disney’s Bluey™ (Saturday, June 14) at Coolray Field during an exciting week-long homestand against the Memphis Redbirds (Triple-A, St. Louis Cardinals) from June 10-15. The homestand begins with Meme Night and T-Shirt Tuesday (presented by Coolray
Brave New World for Wiles
With teams beginning to finalize rosters towards the conclusion of Spring Training, the Atlanta Braves acquired an arm that would become one of pleasant surprises in the Gwinnett rotation to begin the season. Nathan Wiles was originally set to open the year as a reliever, entering his seventh year as
Memphis Takes Resumed Game and Nightcap, 8-3 and 8-1 over Stripers
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (25-42) found themselves on the losing end in a pair of contests against the Memphis Redbirds (37-27) on Friday night at Coolray Field. In a game which started on Thursday and was suspended in the middle of the fourth inning due to rain, Memphis
Stripers’ Thursday Game vs. Memphis Suspended by Inclement Weather
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – Tonight’s game between the Gwinnett Stripers and Memphis Redbirds at Coolray Field has been suspended by inclement weather with Gwinnett trailing 6-2 in the bottom of the fourth inning. The game, not yet official, will be resumed on Friday, June 13 at 5:05 p.m. Following its nine-inning
Gwinnett’s Offense Rises and Shines in 11-6 Explosion
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (25-40) produced one of their best offensive days of the season in an 11-6 victory over the Memphis Redbirds (35-27) on Wednesday afternoon at Coolray Field. The win evened the six-game series at one game apiece against Memphis. Decisive Plays: The Stripers scored in
Gwinnett Falls Silent After First Inning in 4-2 Loss to Memphis
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (24-40) dropped the opener of the six-game series 4-2 to the Memphis Redbirds (35-27) on Tuesday night at Coolray Field. Gwinnett led 2-1 after the first inning but never scored again in falling to 1-11 in series openers this year. Decisive Plays: Memphis struck
Leon and Fletcher Both Homer, but Stripers Routed 10-4 in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – Sandy Leon and David Fletcher each homered on Sunday afternoon for the Gwinnett Stripers (24-39), but a six-run first inning by Nashville (38-24) was the difference in the Sounds’ 10-4 win at First Horizon Park. Gwinnett went 1-5 in the series. Decisive Plays: Nashville opened a 6-0
Stripers Shut Out in Both Ends of Doubleheader at Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – Despite Davis Daniel’s 6.0-inning complete-game gem in game one, the Gwinnett Stripers (24-38) lost both games of a doubleheader to the Nashville Sounds (37-24) on Saturday night at First Horizon Park. Gwinnett trails the series 4-1. Decisive Plays (Game 1): Nashville scored the lone run of the
Knocking On the Door: Former Three-Sport Star Luke Waddell Inching Closer to MLB Debut
From a young age, Luke Waddell has always centered his life around sports, excelling at anything that involves a ball. That’s brought the now 26-year-old Gwinnett Stripers shortstop on the doorstep of the Major Leagues, the ultimate goal for any professional baseball player. However, that wasn’t a goal he locked
Stripers Postponed on Friday Night in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – Tonight’s 7:35 p.m. ET game between the Gwinnett Stripers and Nashville Sounds at First Horizon Park has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader at First Horizon Park on Saturday, June 7. The first of two seven-inning
Batten’s Ninth-Inning Single Helps Stripers Snap Road Skid
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – Matthew Batten’s two-out RBI single scoring Carlos Rodriguez lifted the Gwinnett Stripers (24-36) to a last-at-bat 4-3 victory over the Nashville Sounds (35-24) on Thursday night at First Horizon Park. The come-from-behind win snapped Gwinnett’s six-game road losing streak. Decisive Plays: The Stripers fell behind early for
Stripers Stifled Again in 6-2 Loss at Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – The Gwinnett Stripers (23-36) fell behind 2-0 in the first inning and never came back in a 6-2 loss to the Nashville Sounds (35-23) on Wednesday night at First Horizon Park. Reigning International League Pitcher of the Week Nathan Wiles allowed just three runs – one earned
Gwinnett Stripers’ Nathan Wiles Named International League Pitcher of the Week
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – Minor League Baseball today named Gwinnett Stripers right-hander Nathan Wiles the International League Pitcher of the Week for May 26-June 1. The 26-year-old Wiles made one start during the week, on May 29 vs. Jacksonville. In his team-leading fourth quality start of the year, he pitched 6.0
Close Game Gets Away in Nashville as Stripers Lose 8-4
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – The Gwinnett Stripers (23-35) saw a 2-0 lead turn into a 3-2 deficit midway through the game, and that narrow margin blow up into an 8-4 final at the hands of the Nashville Sounds (34-23) on Tuesday night at First Horizon Park. Gwinnett is now 1-10 in
Gwinnett Bullpen Dominates in 4-1 Finale Win Over Jacksonville
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (23-34) secured their second straight victory to end the week with a 4-1 win over the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (34-23) on Sunday afternoon at Coolray Field. Six Stripers pitchers combined to allow just one run on three hits in the series finale. Decisive Plays:
Batten Homers, Daniel Goes Seven Strong in Stripers’ 3-1 Win
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – Matthew Batten’s two-run home run in the second inning backed 7.0 one-run frames from Davis Daniel as the Gwinnett Stripers (22-34) found their winning ways with a 3-1 victory over the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (34-22) on Saturday night at Coolray Field. The win snapped Gwinnett’s eight-game losing
McCann’s Monster Night Not Enough in 4-3 Loss to Jacksonville
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (21-34) saw their losing streak extend to eight games in a 4-3 loss against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (34-21) on Friday night at Coolray Field. James McCann homered, doubled, and drove in two runs, but it wasn’t enough for Gwinnett to overcome a 4-1
Jacksonville Slips Past Stripers 3-1
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (21-33) held a 1-0 lead for most of the night but it wasn’t enough to stop the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (33-21) in a 3-1 defeat on Thursday night at Coolray Field. The loss marked seven straight for the Stripers. Decisive Plays: Following two straight
Gwinnett Blanked in Doubleheader Sweep by Jacksonville
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers (21-32) were held scoreless through 14 innings of baseball on Wednesday night at Coolray Field, losing 8-0 and 1-0 in a doubleheader against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (32-21). Gwinnett combined for three hits across both games. Decisive Plays (GM1): Jacksonville took advantage of three
Homestand Highlights: Stripers Celebrate Margaritaville Night at Coolray Field
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – The Gwinnett Stripers will party island style with Margaritaville Night on Friday, May 30, just one of many exciting things fans can look forward to during a six-game series vs. the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) from May 27 to June 1. The homestand begins with
Stripers, Jacksonville Postponed Tuesday at Coolray Field
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. – Tonight’s 7:05 p.m. game between the Gwinnett Stripers and Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp at Coolray Field has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader at Coolray Field on Wednesday, May 28. The first of two seven-inning games begins
Stripers Allow Five Unanswered Runs in 6-4 Defeat to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Gwinnett Stripers (21-30) failed to add on after a four-run first inning in a 6-4 loss to the Louisville Bats (24-26) on Sunday afternoon at Louisville Slugger Field. Gwinnett took just one game over Louisville in the six-game series. Decisive Plays: Gwinnett pounced on Louisville starter
Stripers Held to Three Hits in 6-0 Loss to Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Aaron Wilkerson and three Louisville relievers combined to three-hit the Gwinnett Stripers (21-29) on Saturday night as the Bats (23-26) won 6-0 at Louisville Slugger Field. Gwinnett trails the series 4-1 headed into the finale tomorrow. Decisive Plays: Louisville scored the decisive run of the game three