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Home Run Battles: Giolito Shines, Teams Aim for Wild Card

9/17/2025

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The Athletics depend on home runs, while Giolito struggles with giving up long balls but performs well at Fenway Park.
Cole Ragans returns from injury but may have a limited pitch count against the Mariners.
Shane Smith holds a 2.84 ERA since the break, set to face the Orioles next.
Eduardo Rodriguez aims to support the Diamondbacks against the Giants, with a recent 0.49 ERA.
David Peterson leads the Mets against the Padres, needing to enhance their Wild Card chances.

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Story summary

The Athletics depend on home runs, while Giolito struggles with giving up long balls but performs well at Fenway Park.
Cole Ragans returns from injury but may have a limited pitch count against the Mariners.
Shane Smith holds a 2.84 ERA since the break, set to face the Orioles next.
Eduardo Rodriguez aims to support the Diamondbacks against the Giants, with a recent 0.49 ERA.
David Peterson leads the Mets against the Padres, needing to enhance their Wild Card chances.