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.
Loons Win Series; Hope, Myers and Wagner Each Drive in Two
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (8-7) produced eight runs on eight hits, taking their third straight game over the Dayton Dragons (5-10), an 8-4 win on a 49-degree sunny Easter Sunday afternoon at Dow Diamond. - The Loons continued their first-inning dominance this year, with a three-run frame.
Loons Hang On for 5-4 Win over Dragons, Now .500
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (7-7) had two more hits, one less error, and one more run than the Dayton Dragons (5-9), a 5-4 win on a 52-degree cloudy Saturday afternoon at Dow Diamond. - Payton Martin made it through 5.1 innings, his second-longest pro-outing, earning the win.
Loons Homer Four Times, Hope Hammers Two in 7-2 Win
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (6-7) notched four home runs, two from Dodgers No. 6 prospect Zyhir Hope in a 7-2 win over the Dayton Dragons (5-8) on a 69-degree cloudy Friday night at Dow Diamond. The game was delayed for 50 minutes due to rain entering the
Dayton and Great Lakes Combine for 29 Strikeouts and 22 Walks, Dragons Win 9-2
MIDLAND, Mich. – Great Lakes Loons (5-7) pitching struck out 15 batters but walked 12, five in the final three innings in a 9-2 loss to the Dayton Dragons (5-7) on a 65-degree overcast Thursday night at Dow Diamond. - Jackson Nicklaus notched his first Loons hit and first two
De Paula’s Grand Slam Elevates Loons Over Dragons
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (5-6) answered a Dayton Dragons (4-7) four-run top of the eighth with a seven-run bottom of the eighth highlighted by a Josue De Paula grand slam. The Loons won 10-5 on a 53-degree sunny Wednesday night at Dow Diamond. - Both starters allowed
Dragons Dominate 10-2, Hope Has Fifth Multi-Hit Game
MIDLAND, Mich. – A Dayton Dragons (4-6) seven-run fourth inning catapulted them to a 10-2 win over the Great Lakes Loons (4-6) on a cloudy 42-degree windy and cloudy Tuesday night at Dow Diamond. - The Loons tallied the game’s first run. Nelson Quiroz rifled an RBI double to the
George Homers Twice, Hope Has Four Hits in Loons 12-11 Loss in Extras to Lansing
LANSING, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (4-5) delivered 11 runs off 14 hits but it was not enough to best the Lansing Lugnuts (4-5) in a 12-11 loss on a cloudy 54-degree Sunday afternoon at Jackson® Field™. - Kendall George homered twice. The Dodgers No. 15 prospect went yard
Loons Seven Run Seventh Earns 12-6 Win in Marathon Matinee
LANSING, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (4-4) were held to three runs through the first six innings but would stamp seven in the seventh and take down the Lansing Lugnuts (3-5) 12-6 on a sunny 52-degree Saturday afternoon at Jackson® Field™. - In the top of the seventh, Great
Lugnuts Comeback Winners 4-3, Hope Homers for Loons
LANSING, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (3-4) got five scoreless innings from Brooks Auger and a Zyhir Hope homer but could not hold on, dropping the contest 4-3 to the Lansing Lugnuts (3-4) on a partly cloudy 51-degree Friday night at Jackson® Field™. - Brooks Auger went 5.2 innings
Loons Strikeout 13 Lugnuts, Hang On 3-2
MIDLAND, Mich. – Great Lakes Loons (3-3) struck out 13 Lansing Lugnuts (2-4) batters, and Joe Vetrano added a two-run double in a 3-2 Loons win on a chilly and cloud 39-degree Thursday evening at Jackson® Field™. - Great Lakes pitchers punched out 13 but also walked nine. Not one
Lugnuts Top Loons 8-2 in Rain-Shortened Contest
MIDLAND, Mich. – Great Lakes Loons (2-3) pitchers walked six Lansing Lugnuts (2-3) batters in five innings and the defense committed three errors while battling a rain mist that turned heavier and led to a game called after five innings with the score 8-2 Lansing on a cold and rainy
MBF Announces 2025 Grant Recipients
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Michigan Baseball Foundation (MBF) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 grant cycle, totaling $56,165. These grants will support a diverse range of projects aimed at enhancing communities across the Great Lakes Bay Region. This year, MBF selected organizations across seven counties, reflecting its
Loons Knock 15 Hits, Win 10-5 in Road Opener over Lugnuts
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (2-2) scored 10 runs on 15 hits and stranded 14 Lansing Lugnuts (1-3) runners on base to take a 10-5 win on a chilly 35-degree Tuesday night at Jackson® Field™. - Zyhir Hope and Logan Wagner each drove in three runs. After the
Captains Crush Loons 13-2, De Paula Homers for Great Lakes
MIDLAND, Mich. – Great Lakes Loons (1-2) pitchers walked 12 Lake County Captains (2-1) and allowed four home runs in a 13-2 loss on a chilly and sunny 42-degree Sunday afternoon at Dow Diamond. - Payton Martin tied a career-high in strikeouts with six across four innings. The right-hander finished
Hope Homers & Auger Earns Win in Pro Debut
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (1-1) earned their first win of 2025, behind two home runs and dominant pitching which took down the Lake County Captains (1-1) 6-1 on a brisk 47-degree Saturday afternoon at Dow Diamond. - Brooks Auger made his first pro ball appearance and completed
Copen Returns and K’s Nine, Loons Pitching Walks 11 in 8-1 Loss to Captains
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (0-1) opened their 2025 season with a run in the first inning but were held off the board the rest of the way against the Lake County Captains (1-0). The Loons lost 8-1 on a chilly 45-degree Friday night at Dow Diamond. -
Dodgers Unveil Loons 2025 Opening Day Roster
MIDLAND, Mich. – In conjunction with the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Great Lakes Loons are pleased to announce the team’s opening day roster for the 2025 season. The Opening Day roster will be finalized prior to Friday’s home opener, when the Loons host the Lake County Captains (High-A Affiliate Cleveland
WNEM to Broadcast 15 Loons Games in 2025
MIDLAND, Mich. – In partnership with Gray Media-owned WNEM-TV (CBS), the Great Lakes Loons have entered into a broadcast agreement that will air 15 games during the 2025 season on WNEM TV-5 and WNEM+. The first games to air will be the Loons Opening Weekend series April 4-6 against the
Dodgers Announce Full 2025 Loons Coaching Staff
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons, in conjunction with the Los Angeles Dodgers, are excited to announce the team’s 2025 coaching staff. Second-year Loons’ manager Jair Fernandez will be joined by pitching coaches Sean Coyne and Eduardo Dominguez, hitting coach Kevin LaChance, and bench coach Joe Thon. Sean Coyne,
Great Lakes Loons Announce 2025 Promotional Schedule: Bigger, Better, Packed with Fan-Favorites, New Surprises!
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons are excited to announce the 2025 Promotion Schedule that includes an incredible lineup of promotions, theme nights, and special appearances. Fans flocking to Dow Diamond can look forward to unforgettable moments all season long. Highlights for the 2025 Promotional Schedule include: Star Wars
Jair Fernandez Returns as Loons Manager for 2025 Season
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons in conjunction with the Los Angeles Dodgers have named Jair Fernandez as their manager for the 2025 season. Fernandez will manage Great Lakes for the second straight season. Jair Fernandez is the 11th manager in the Loons' 18-year history and the fourth to
Michigan Baseball Foundation Grant Application Available Now
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Michigan Baseball Foundation (MBF) is pleased to announce the opening of the 2025 Grant Application today, November 15th, 2024. Grants are available for registered 501(c)(3) organizations that focus on youth-related activities or economic development. Applications must be for specific projects or initiatives the organization is undertaking
DOW DIAMOND HOSTS FIRST-EVER FIELD OF FRAMES FEST
MIDLAND, MI – Dow Diamond, home of the Great Lakes Loons, is thrilled to announce the debut of the Field of Frames Fest for September 26-28 2025, a dynamic and groundbreaking gaming and entertainment festival set to bring together gamers, esports enthusiasts, families, and industry professionals from across the region.
Loons Cap Season with 6-5 Win Over Dragons
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (69-61) (35-29) held off the Dayton Dragons (74-57) (40-25) winning 6-5 in the season finale on a windy 69-degree partly cloudy Sunday afternoon at Dow Diamond. - Three Loons walks tallied their first run in the first inning. Sean McLain’s bases-loaded base on
Loons Shutout Dragons 3-0 in Final Night Game of 2024
MIDLAND, Mich. – The Great Lakes Loons (68-61) (34-29) struck out 12 Dayton Dragons (74-56) (40-24) in a dominant 3-0 win on a windy 60-degree sunny Saturday night at Dow Diamond. Jose Rodriguez finished six innings, a career-best, striking out five. The right-hander did not permit a hit, walking two.