Reading Fightin Phils advance to Eastern League Championship Series

In Minor League Baseball action, the Reading Fightin Phils secured a 5-4 victory over the Hartford Yard Goats to complete a 2-0 playoff series sweep. This win advances Reading to the Eastern League Championship Series for the first time since 2015, where they are scheduled to face Erie starting Sunday.

In the International League, the Syracuse Mets defeated the Lehigh Valley IronPigs 9-8. Despite an early offensive surge, the game transitioned into a pitching duel in the later innings. Kameron Misner contributed four RBIs, including a two-run home run, while Gabriel Rincones, Jr. added a two-run homer. Syracuse's victory was secured after a late run provided the margin of victory over Lehigh Valley.