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Stewart served as Cincinnati’s primary offensive catalyst in this one, socking a tone-setting three-run homer off Mets starter Kodai Senga in the opening frame. It was his 14th long ball of the season and second time leaving the yard in his last seven games. He also delivered a key insurance run with an RBI single in the fifth inning.

Jeremiah Jackson took over at second base after Holliday went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts. This doesn’t appear to be anything significant, but Jackson could start over Holliday on Sunday.

Ginn gave up seven hits, walked three and struck out five. He fell to 5-4 with the loss. Ginn allowed five baserunners in the second inning, leading to two runs for the Angels. He kept Los Angeles from scoring again until the sixth inning, when he was pulled after back-to-back singles and the bullpen allowed both inherited runners to score. Ginn is difficult to trust in fantasy heading into his next start against the Angels on the road next weekend.

Ureña gave up four hits, walked none and struck out six. He improved to 5-5 with the win. The Athletics loaded the bases with one out in the first inning against Ureña, but he was able to escape the jam. After that, the Athletics had only one baserunner reach second base against Ureña. He lowered his ERA to 2.41. Ureña will face the Athletics at home next weekend.

Hill came on with the Rockies clinging to a one-run lead in the ninth inning with two men on and one out. He hit the first batter he faced to load the bases before recording a strikeout for the second out of the inning. Hill then induced a ground ball to third base from speedy outfielder Jake Mangum and Billy Cook, who was the runner on second, was called out for baserunners interference. Given Mangum’s speed, the play was far from routine for third baseman Kyle Karros, but the Rockies were bailed out when Cook made contact with Karros’ glove. The controversial call ended the game, netting Hill his second save. The Rockies bullpen is still one to avoid in fantasy.

McCarthy’s home run was his fifth of the season. He smashed a line drive to centerfield and after Jake Mangum couldn’t come up with the ball on a dive, McCarthy turned on the jets. The 28-year-old outfielder practically flew around the bases for his fifth home run. McCarthy’s bat against right-handed pitching and speed could help a contender, making him a potential trade chip for the Rockies.

Skenes gave up four hits, walked two and struck out eight. The 24-year-old right-hander fell to 6-7 with the loss. Skenes allowed a lead-off inside-the-park home run to Jake McCarthy. The other Rockies run came on an RBI single by TJ Rumfield in the third inning. Skenes was otherwise excellent on a day where the Pirates offense could only push across one run. His ERA is 2.86. Skenes is lined up to face the Reds at home next weekend.

Sugano gave up four hits, walked none and struck out five. He improved to 8-4 with the win. Sugano lowered his ERA to 4.31, though his xFIP is 4.98. The 36-year-old right-hander has one of the lowest strikeout percentages among starters at 13 percent. Sugano out-dueled Paul Skenes on Saturday, but doesn’t offer much fantasy upside. He’s lined up to face the Twins on the road next weekend.

Benge’s home run was his eighth of the season. He hit a two-run shot off Max Lazar in the seventh inning. Benge got a fastball he liked on the inner half of the plate and deposited it 420 feet into the upper deck in right field. It would’ve been a home run in all 30 ballparks. Benge is hitting .257 with a .709 OPS and 28 RBI.

Peralta gave up 10 hits, walked one and struck out two. He fell to 5-6 with the loss. Peralta uncharacteristically couldn’t get out of the third inning before allowing 10 runs. His ERA ballooned up to 4.83 due to the disastrous start. It was easily Peralta’s shortest start of the season. He had a 2.70 ERA last year, but that appears to be an outlier at this point given his 3.61 career-ERA and how he’s pitched for the Mets this year. Peralta is lined up to face the Cubs at home next week.