The $30 million toe in the water : Shohei Ohtani's resurgent form

Shohei Ohtani continued his impressive two-way dominance for the Dodgers, going 3-for-4 with two walks and scoring a run while also pitching six shutout innings with two hits and one walk against six strikeouts in a 7-0 victory over the Diamondbacks.

His season slash line now stands at .301/.420/.521 with a 165 OPS+, leading the National League in on-base percentage. He sits just one inning short of qualifying for the ERA title due to the Dodgers' careful management of his workload.

Ohtani's line reflected his dominance: he had more hits and walks than he allowed.

50 2/3 innings of silence: Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak

Cristopher Sánchez extended his historic scoreless streak to 50 2/3 innings, the fifth-longest since 1893 and third-longest since the live-ball era began in 1920.

He allowed just four hits and a walk while striking out eight Padres in the effort, becoming the second pitcher to reach 100 strikeouts this season.

Sánchez's impressive performance has left fans and analysts alike wondering what's behind his remarkable ability to shut down opposing lineups .

The Astros' eighth-inning comeback: a familiar pattern from the 2019 crash

The Astros staged a remarkable comeback against the Pirates, erasing a 9-5 deficit in the eighth inning.

After a series of hits and a walk,a two-out,bases-clearing triple on a 98.1 mph four-seamer that caught too much of the plate gave Houston a six-run inning and an eventual 11-9 win, ensuring at least a chance to take the series.

The Astros' thrilling comeback is a testament to the team's resilience and determination to bounce back from adversity.

Who is the real MVP: Ohtani, Sánchez, or the Astros' unsung heroes?

While Ohtani and Sánchez have undoubtedly been the stars of the show,the Astros' comeback is a reminder that there are often unsung heroes behind the scenes who make a real difference in the outcome of a game.

From the Astros' bullpen to their coaching staff, there are countless individuals who contribute to the team's success.

As the season heats up, it will be interesting to see which players and teams continue to rise to the challenge and make their mark on the league.

What auditors flagged in the May filing: a deeper look at the Red Sox's home record

The Red Sox secured a win, topping the Orioles 8-1, though their home record remains just 10-20.

A closer look at the Red Sox's home rceord reveals a team that is struggling to find consistency and momentum in front of their own fans .

As the season wears on , it will be interesting to see how the Red Sox address their home woes and turn their season around.