MLB Roundup

Ian Desmond hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning to snap a two-all tie and the Colorado Rockies went on to beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-3. The Reds have lost five in a row as the teams conclude the series this afternoon at Great American Ballpark.

Elsewhere in the National League: The Miami Marlins had a huge day at the plate as they mashed the St. Louis Cardinals 11-3. The series wraps up this afternoon at Busch Stadium.

Jason Heyward launched a grand slam in the bottom of the ninth inning as the Chicago Cubs knocked off the Philadelphia Phillies 7-5. The series finishes this afternoon at Wrigley Field.

The San Diego Padres beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 in the rubber match of a three-game series. The Braves are off today.