MLB: Baseball fans love a good showdown, and sometimes that comes in the form of unforgettable blowouts. Major League Baseball (MLB) has seen many high-scoring games, but only a few stand out as historic, jaw-dropping victories that fans still talk about today. From the Texas Rangers’ incredible 30-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles to the Los Angeles Angels’ recent rout of the Colorado Rockies, let’s revisit some of the most staggering blowouts in MLB history.

Texas Rangers 30, Baltimore Orioles 3 (Aug. 22, 2007)

The Texas Rangers made history on this unforgettable night in 2007 by setting the record for the largest blowout in MLB’s regular season. After trailing the Orioles by three runs through the third inning, the Rangers unleashed an explosive offense. In the fourth inning alone, they scored five runs, followed by nine more in the sixth, and an astounding 10-run rally in the eighth. With six home runs, including a three-run shot by Ramon Vasquez, the Rangers crushed the Orioles 30-3.

Boston Red Sox 29, St. Louis Browns 4 (June 8, 1950)

In 1950, the Boston Red Sox dominated the St. Louis Browns in back-to-back games, scoring a whopping 29 runs in one of them. Legendary players like Ted Williams and Walt Dropo hit multiple home runs, while Hall of Famer Bobby Doerr hit three, racking up eight RBIs. Pitcher Chuck Stobbs also completed the game, keeping the Browns to only four runs.

Los Angeles Angels 25, Colorado Rockies 1 (June 24, 2023)

The Los Angeles Angels added their own chapter to MLB’s blowout history in 2023, when they defeated the Colorado Rockies 25-1. This game featured a remarkable 13-run third inning where Mike Trout and Brandon Drury contributed three consecutive solo homers. The Angels continued the scoring streak with an eight-run fourth inning, creating a 24-run gap that stands as one of the largest in recent MLB history.

Cleveland Indians 27, Boston Red Sox 3 (July 7, 1923)

A century ago, the Cleveland Indians (now the Guardians) embarrassed the Boston Red Sox with a score of 27-3. This historic blowout featured players like Tris Speaker and Joe Sewell, who contributed multiple hits. Despite Cleveland’s high run total, not a single home run was hit during the game, making it a unique display of offensive power through singles and doubles.

These memorable games are a testament to the unpredictable excitement baseball brings. While such extreme scores are rare, they are a part of MLB’s history, reminding fans of the thrill that baseball delivers. Whether you’re rooting for an underdog or a top team, you never know when the next record-breaking blowout will happen – and that’s part of the beauty of baseball.