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The 34-year-old outfielder turned back the clock in this one. He drew a one-out walk in the opening inning and deftly swiped second base, but the Halos were unable to cash him in. Trout then clubbed a 403-foot (108.5 mph EV) solo shot off of AJ Blubaugh in the seventh inning that gave the Angels a 1-0 lead they would never relinquish. There’s no denying that Trout can be a viable fantasy asset if he’s able to stay healthy, he just hasn’t been able to stay off the injured list in recent years.

Cruz also was caught stealing and struck out three times. No one will remember that, and everyone who had a chance to see his majestic three-run homer in the ninth inning off Jalen Beeks that traveled 432 feet and hit the top of the foul pole with an exit velocity of 116.9 mph. Incredible. Cruz has always been a special talent and has done some nice things in the league, but it’s fair to say that he’s looked like a different type of guy to begin 2026 — in a good way. We’ll see if he can keep it up, but the ability to do so is absolutely there.

Holmes received a no-decision, allowing two runs on five hits over seven innings. He struck out three and walked one. It was a much-needed performance, with the victory snapping the team’s 12-game losing streak. Holmes’ ERA now sits at 2.10, and he’s allowed two runs or fewer in all five of his starts. He’s lined up to face the Nationals at home next time out.

The victory snapped the Mets’ 12-game losing streak. Weaver allowed two baserunners and needed 30 pitches to get through the outing. Devin Williams was passed over for the save after being used twice in the past three days. This was Weaver’s first multi-strikeout appearance of the year.

Soto served as the Mets’ DH. Manager Carlos Mendoza said pregame that Soto would play the outfield on Thursday, but also that his workload would include days off.

He didn’t issue a walk while filling in for Mick Abel (elbow). Prielipp, a second-round pick from 2022, has been impressive as a pro but hasn’t always been healthy enough to take the field. The 25-year-old southpaw could draw a home start against the Mariners if he sticks in the Twins’ rotation.

It was a solo shot for Buxton, his fifth of the season. He’s scored 19 runs but has just seven RBI. He hasn’t attempted a steal yet either after going a perfect 24-for-24 on the bases last season. Health will remain the number one issue for Buxton going forward. When he’s on the field, he should produce.