Thursday was a day of rest for the Yankees as they prepare to head to Queens for the Subway Series against the Mets, but across the league, plenty of action shaped the standings. Here’s how the day played out in the Rivalry Roundup.

The Red Sox squared off against the Phillies in a tense pitchers' duel that had fans on the edge of their seats. Ranger Suárez, facing his former team, delivered a gritty performance for Boston, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The Phillies managed to break through late, snatching victory and leaving the Red Sox to rue missed opportunities. It was a classic showcase of pitching prowess, but in the end, Philadelphia had the last laugh.

Over in Detroit, the Tigers came out swinging with a 3-0 lead in the first inning, thanks to Gage Workman's three-run homer off Mets rookie Nolan McLean. But baseball is a game of momentum, and the Mets quickly seized it. McLean settled in, and the Mets' offense roared to life. A.J. Ewing crushed his first career home run in the third, Brent Baty tied it with a two-run shot in the fourth, and Mark Vientos added a three-run blast in the fifth. The Mets scored eight unanswered runs, cruising to a series sweep—their first of the 2026 season.

In Houston, the Mariners jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead in the first inning and never looked back. Even without star catcher Cal Raleigh, who landed on the injured list before the game, Seattle's offense was relentless. Brendan Donovan and Randy Arozarena set the table, and Luke Raley delivered a three-run homer off Astros starter Mike Burrows. Yordan Alvarez answered with a solo shot—his 14th of the year—but the Mariners kept the pressure on, ultimately putting the Astros away.

As the Yankees enjoy their off-day, the standings continue to shift. Every win and loss matters, and these games are a reminder that in baseball, you can never take your foot off the gas.