Luke Keaschall delivered a walk-off two-run homer in the 11th inning as Minnesota beat Kansas City 5-3, marking the Twins’ ninth walk-off win of the year. Keaschall extended his on-base streak to 12 straight games to begin his career, capping a late-inning comeback that rallied past the Royals’ bullpen.

Earlier, Fitzgerald logged his first career hit with a homer, and Jeffers tied it in the eighth after Austin Martin tripled on a misplay by John Rave. Pasquantino’s 20th homer gave KC a 3-2 lead in the seventh, but the Twins answered with a late surge. Tonkin contributed two scoreless frames for Minnesota, while Estévez suffered the defeat.

The Royals also left 15 runners on base and were 1-for-15 with men in scoring position, underscoring a squandered opportunity as Minnesota capitalized when it mattered. The win sets up Monday’s matchups featuring Falter and Cavalli, with Zebby Matthews and Will Warren scheduled to start for Minnesota and New York, respectively.

In a dramatic turnaround, Mark Vientos ignited the Mets' struggling offense with a pivotal eighth-inning, three-run double against the Kansas City Royals, propelling New York to a 7-3 victory at Kauffman Stadium. Vientos, who had been struggling since returning from the injured list with a .133 batting average, finally found his rhythm just when the Mets needed it most. Manager Carlos Mendoza praised Vientos, emphasizing his importance to the team's success.

The Mets, who had faced considerable challenges in their offensive production, managed to stay close thanks to a solid performance by pitcher Kodai Senga, who returned from injury and threw four scoreless innings. The Royals took a brief lead after a two-run homer by Bobby Witt Jr. in the seventh, but Vientos' timely hit changed the tide. This victory is crucial for the Mets as they aim to reclaim momentum heading into the All-Star break.

The Texas Rangers will be without their ace, Jacob deGrom, at the upcoming MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta after he was named to the American League team. The team announced that deGrom, who has had a stellar season with a 2.29 ERA and 9-2 record, will be replaced by Kansas City Royals pitcher Carlos Estévez. Although deGrom will not pitch, he plans to attend the game and participate in the festivities. This marks the first time since 2017 that the Rangers will not have a representative at the All-Star game, highlighting deGrom's significance to the club.

DeGrom, who last appeared in an All-Star game in 2019, has struggled with injuries in recent years. Despite his absence from the All-Star lineup, he has had his healthiest season with the Rangers, starting 18 games. The decision for him to skip the game appears prudent as he prepares for a crucial game against Houston the following Saturday.

Bobby Witt Jr. launched a two-run homer to propel the Kansas City Royals to a 2-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox. The win marked the Royals' 14th triumph in their last 16 games, with Michael Wacha delivering a stellar performance, allowing just three hits across seven innings.

Despite a late rally from the White Sox, who scored in the ninth inning thanks to Luis Robert, they were unable to tie the game as Carlos Estévez secured his 11th save. Jonathan Cannon took the loss for the White Sox, who now face a franchise-record nine-game losing streak against the Royals.

Coors Field, opened in 1995, is a unique venue for baseball, often celebrated by fans for its breathtaking views and notorious for its impact on pitchers' performances. At an altitude of 5,280 feet, the stadium has seen some of the highest-scoring games in MLB history, with teams routinely averaging over five runs per game. Former players recall harrowing pitching experiences, noting that breaking balls often fail to break, leaving mistakes punished severely. The venue is a launching pad for hitters, creating a 'house of horrors' for pitchers who must grapple with the thin air affecting their pitches.

Pitchers like Carlos Estévez and Ubaldo Jiménez share stories of days where home runs flew out at alarming rates, while Caleb Thielbar witnessed his ERA balloon after allowing back-to-back homers. Some find solace in the camaraderie of shared experiences, transforming horror stories into tales of resilience. The Rockies' management has attempted various strategies, including the use of a humidor, to mitigate the ballpark's notorious home-run tendencies, but many believe that the field's elevation makes it an inescapable challenge for even the best pitchers.