Cardinals Dominate Mets 6-0 in Spring Training Shutout as Judge, Scherzer Make Headlines

In spring training action yesterday, the Cardinals shut out the Mets 6-0, with strong pitching holding New York hitless after eight innings. The Mets had beaten the Astros earlier, powered by home runs from Mike Tauchman and Ronny Mauricio in a four-run first, plus first spring hits from newcomers Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien. Atlanta topped Pittsburgh 3-1, while Baltimore edged Tampa Bay 4-3, Boston beat Minnesota 5-3, Philly defeated Detroit 5-3, and Houston took down Miami 4-1. Brewers rallied past Giants with Brice Turang's grand slam.

Standout performances included Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin crushing his second spring homer out of the stadium, earning praise from Bryce Harper as a future stud. Aaron Judge smashed two homers for the Yankees in their 4-2 win over Atlanta, and Paul Skenes fanned four Braves but walked four in a mixed outing. Jonah Tong impressed in his Mets debut, hitting 96 mph.

Injury news saw Mets infielder Vidal Bruján leave their Blue Jays win with a leg issue while stealing second. Roster moves heated up with three-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer agreeing to return to Toronto. Michael Conforto signed a minor league deal with the Cubs after his Dodgers World Series ring. The Yankees announced they'll retire CC Sabathia's No. 52 on September 26.

Off the field, Juan Soto eyes 2026 NL MVP to top Shohei Ohtani, while Darryl Strawberry questions Pete Alonso's Mets exit. Ronald Acuña Jr. is back leading off for Atlanta.

Today, catch Atlanta at Washington and Braves-Yankees rematch, with more spring games ramping up playoff races early.

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