Although he did not factor in the decision Néstor Cortés was masterful, the Cuban left-hander tossed five innings in which he allowed one run via three hits during the Yankees’ 2-1 win in extra-innings. The hurler also struck out nine and has a solid 3.03 earned run average over his last seven games.
Adolis García collected a hit and drove in a run via a groundout to do his part in Texas’ 5-4 victory over Seattle. In what is a disappointing season for the outfielder he has now driven in 75 run and watched his batting average descend to .219. The Cuban is also slugging a disappointing .391 on the campaign.
For the Mariners another outfielder having a disappointing season, Randy Arozarena knocked two runs for the Mariners via a fifth inning single to leftfield. Since his trade to Seattle Arozarena is hitting .238. Arozarena is a homer away from his fourth straight 20-20 season.
Cuban action on the day:
Nick Fortes (MIA) 2-0,R*
Yordan Álvarez (HOU) 4-0
Nolan Arenado (STL) 3-0*
Yandy Díaz (TAM) 3-2,2B
Armando Álvarez (OAK) 1-0*
Néstor Cortés (NYY) 5.0IP,3H,ER,9K,3BB
Romy González (BOS) 3-0*
Tristón Casas (BOS) 2-0*
Adolis García (TEX) 4-1,RBI
Randy Arozarena (SEA) 4-1,2RBI
*Cuban-American