Nottingham Forest defeated Porto 2-1 on aggregate in the Europa League quarter-finals, securing a semi-final spot against Aston Villa. Forest's victory advances them to the last four, where they will face Villa, who previously beat Bologna 4-0 at Villa Park, completing a 7-1 aggregate win. Both teams now prepare for semi-final clashes.
Casey Mize pitched 6 2/3 scoreless innings for the Detroit Tigers in a 1-0 loss to the Red Sox at Fenway Park, allowing only three hits and one walk. Despite his strong performance, the Tigers fell short in the game.
Gerrit Cole threw 96 mph in his first rehab start after Tommy John surgery, signaling his return to the Yankees rotation. The ace pitcher is progressing well in his recovery process.
The Dallas Stars signed defenseman Nils Lundkvist to a two-year, $3.5 million extension ahead of the Stanley Cup playoffs. They host Minnesota in Game 1 on Saturday, with roster stability as they prepare for the postseason.
Pirates' Oneil Cruz hit a 2-run homer, and Brandon Lowe went 3-for-5 with two doubles and two RBIs, leading Pittsburgh to a 5-1 victory over Tampa Bay, snapping the Rays' six-game winning streak. Bubba Chandler pitched six scoreless innings.
Ryan McMahon hit a decisive two-run homer, leading the New York Yankees to a 4-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals in Bronx on Friday night. The game-winning blast was unexpected, and McMahon's heroics secured the win for the Yankees, improving their season record.
Austin Riley hit two home runs, leading the Atlanta Braves to a 9-0 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. Riley's offensive performance was key in the game, which showcased the Braves' strong batting lineup and improved their season standing.
