Stewart got the Reds on the board with a go-ahead two-run double off of Will Warren in the third inning. He then added a sacrifice fly in the fifth that made it 3-1 before really breaking the game open with a bases-clearing three-run double in the eighth. Stewart also scored a run in the contest. For the season, the 22-year-old rookie slugger is slashing .252/.346/.457 with 14 homers, 53 RBI and 11 stolen bases across his first 327 plate appearances.

Rushing only gets credit for one RBI, because the second run scored on a throwing error by Tyler O’Neill. Rushing probably doesn’t care too much. It helps make up for what was an ugly game for the backstop prior to that knock, as he went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in his previous three at-bats. Again, he probably doesn’t care. Rushing has been excellent for the majority of 2026 as seen in his .262/.351/.500 slash.

Carroll needed “just” a homer for the cycle, as he also singled with a walk for good measure. The 25-year-old already has nine three-baggers on the season, and a 20-triple campaign can’t be ruled out; it’s right around what he’s on pace for. The double was his 16th, and the four runs driven in bring his total to 42. He’s having a good year, is what we’re saying.

This was absolutely and unquestionably Imai’s best start as a big leaguer. His famous backwards slider was diabolical, forcing 17 swings-and-misses while working firmly as his primary pitch. He commanded it excellently both low and below the zone as well as fading away from the Guardians’ left-handed hitters. Most impressively, Imai had let up three runs before the third inning was over and it looked like this was going to turn into yet another start that went off the rails. However, he composed himself and dominated from that point on retiring the final 11 batters he faced. So far, his two-pitch approach hasn’t fared particularly well and we must remember that this Guardians’ lineup sans José Ramírez and a handful of other starts is one of the weakest in the league. Still, that slider looks like it can truly carry him when it’s on like it was tonight. He’s scheduled to face the Blue Jays in Toronto next time out.

Friday marked one of the most dominant starts in Schlittler’s young career. The righty took the Reds to task all night, striking out a career-high 13 batters without allowing a walk. Schlittler ran into a bit of trouble in the sixth inning when he found himself with runners on the corners and two outs, but he managed to get Spencer Steer to ground into a fielder’s choice to end the threat and put the cap on another impressive outing. Schlittler has allowed one earned run or fewer in each of his last three starts and saw his ERA fall to 1.71 by the time he left the mound. His next start is scheduled for Wednesday on the road against the Tigers.

All things considered, that’s very encouraging news. He’ll miss Friday and Saturday’s games at a minimum before being re-evaluated on Sunday, though the Royals are hopeful he’ll be able to avoid a trip to the injured list. Fantasy managers should be able to breathe a major sigh of relief here.

Soto got the Mets on the board first with a 386-foot (100.5-mph EV) solo shot off of Aaron Nola in the opening inning. He then replicated the feat in the third inning — that time with a 389-foot (105.0-mph EV) blast. The 27-year-old superstar also drew a walk in the ballgame, finishing the night 2-for-4. For the season, he’s now slashing an outstanding .300/.398/.582 with 17 homers, 38 RBI and six stolen bases on the season.

The 26-year-old superstar fielded a ground ball in the fourth inning and landed awkwardly on his right knee. He was able to walk it off and remain in the game for the time being but was lifted for a pinch hitter the following half inning. He’ll head for further evaluation. Expect the Royals to provide an update on his status as soon as more information is known. All fantasy managers can do at the moment is wait and hope for the best.

Chisholm had a foul ball bounce off the ground and back into his groin area and appeared to be in a substantial amount of pain before exiting the ballgame. That’s probably going to ruin his weekend. He should be considered day-to-day.

Woo scattered just three hits on the day while allowing only one base on balls. The only real jam that he got into was in the eighth inning as he allowed a leadoff single to Leody Taveras and walked Colton Cowser before turning the ball over to the bullpen. Woo generated 12 swings and misses on 89 pitches on the afternoon — seven on his fastball — while registering a CSW of 29 percent. He’ll look to replicate this fine outing as he carries a 3.94 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and an 88/16 K/BB ratio (89 innings) into Wednesday’s battle against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.