Texas Rangers pitcher Phil Maton blew a save in a 6-4 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, coughing up two homers after a promising ninth-inning sequence. Ketel Marte supplied the decisive blow with a go-ahead three-run shot in the ninth, extending a two-game, two-homer renaissance against the Rangers. The miscue capped a rough outing for Maton, who admitted a lost feel for his curveball and cutter as the ninth inning unraveled.

Two outs in the eighth, two more outs to start the ninth — and the Rangers never recovered as Marte’s in-zone curveball turned into a pivotal swing. For fantasy owners, Marte’s hot streak is worth noting, while Maton’s slide nudges Rangers bullpen timelines back toward volatility. Bochy declined to walk Corbin Carroll, underscoring the competitive late-inning chess match that swung this one.

The Diamondbacks rode a quick-burst offense and converted hits into trouble for Texas, while Arizona’s lineup showed balance beyond Marte’s surge. The loss drops the Rangers’ series, heightening bullpen questions and elevating Diamondbacks’ offense as a factor in upcoming matchups. Managers should monitor Marte’s hot bat and any shift in Rangers late-inning plans.

Carson McCusker, the towering rookie outfielder for the Minnesota Twins, made quite an impression with his debut, drawing attention from teammates and opponents alike. Standing at 6-foot-8, McCusker brings a powerful bat, having hit .350 with 10 home runs in AAA this season. Manager Rocco Baldelli eagerly anticipates watching McCusker's impact on the game and the reactions he elicits from opponents. Despite the excitement of his debut, the Twins faced setbacks with left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe being placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm strain. Coulombe had been a key asset for the Twins, contributing 19 scoreless appearances before his injury. Meanwhile, the team celebrated Carlos Correa's 10-year milestone in the majors, a significant achievement that brought emotional moments in the clubhouse, even though Correa could not participate due to a concussion. Baldelli highlighted the pride players take in such milestones, especially when they can celebrate them as a team.