Thursday MLB Roundup: Dodgers Shine, Rockies Score 14

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Thursday MLB Roundup: Dodgers Shine, Rockies Score 14

Thursday's MLB action featured several statement wins. The Dodgers beat the Padres 12-7, the Pirates routed the Phillies 6-1, and the Cardinals topped the Braves 11-5. The Reds defeated the Brewers 7-2, while the Rockies erupted for a 14-4 victory over the Marlins. The Guardians edged the White Sox 6-5 in a thriller.

By Abhay Aggarwal

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