Hickory Crawdads offensive struggle in 4-2 loss
The Hickory Crawdads, who have been averaging 6 runs per game this season, were limited to just 2 runs on 3 hits in a 4-2 loss to the Augusta GreenJackets at L.P. Frans Stadium. Limited to Three Hits The Crawdads’ offense, typically a strength, was held to just 3 hits in the 4-2 defeat. Maxton Martin accounted for 2 of those hits, while Chandler Pollard contributed the other. Maxton Martin’s Hot Streak Despite the loss, 19-year-old Maxton Martin continued his hot streak. In his last 3 games,
Express run out of outs in a 9-8 defeat!
The Round Rock Express suffered a devastating 9-8 loss to OKC at Dell Diamond, surrendering 7 runs in the final 2 innings to erase the lead and lose the game. Late-Game Collapse The Express were leading 6-2 in the top of the 8th when reliever Dane Acker took the mound. Acker struggled, giving up 4 runs, allowing OKC to tie the game. Barlow Falters in the 9th In the top of the 9th, with the Express holding a slim 7-6 lead, Joe Barlow (L, 0-2) (BS, 1) came in but couldn’t hold the lead, surren
Soddies by Morning: Sod Poodles Start Slow Again as Henderson Shines
Slow starts continue to plague the Sod Poodles this season, and it was no different on Thursday night losing 8-4 to Springfield. The Soddies went scoreless in the first two innings, keeping their season total in the opening two frames to just 3 total runs, while their opponents racked up 12 runs in those innings. Springfield starter Ixan Henderson was responsible for 8 of the 13 strikeouts in the evening for the road team, with shortstop Andy Weber dawning a rare platinum sombrero (5 strikeout
Hub City loses 4-3 in extra innings (11)
The Hub City Spartanburgers’ typically hot bats were cooled, managing only 4 hits in a loss to the Wilmington Blue Rocks at Frawley Stadium, despite a strong outing from starting pitcher Paul Bonzagni. They lost 4-3 in 11 innings. Limited to Four Hits The Spartanburgers’ bats, usually a strength, were held to just 4 hits. Anthony Gutierrez accounted for 3 of those hits, while Arturo Disla had the other. Hitting Streaks Continue Gutierrez extended his hitting streak to 6 games, batting .346
Round Rock Express: Blown Save Leads to 7-5 Loss
The Round Rock Express experienced a tough 7-5 loss to OKC at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark after reliever Jacob Latz allowed a game-changing 3-run homer in the 8th inning, turning a one-run lead into a two-run deficit. Critical 8th-Inning Moment Pitching Change in the 8th In the top of the 8th, with the Express leading 5-4, they made a pitching change, replacing Luis Curvelo with Jacob Latz (L, 0-2) (BS, 1). Latz initially looked sharp, getting a 4-pitch fly out for the first out. Blown Save
Hub City Spartanburgers: Offense Erupts for 14 Runs in Win
The Hub City Spartanburgers continued their hot streak, erupting for 14 runs on 11 hits in a dominant victory over the Wilmington Blue Rocks at Frawley Stadium. Here’s the Hub City Spartanburgers offensive explosion win recap, detailing the offensive outburst, pitching performance, and what’s next in the series. Pitching Performance Recent Pitching Dominance Over their last 2 games, Hub City pitchers have allowed just 7 hits and 4 runs total, showcasing their effectiveness on the mound. Josh
Soddies by Morning: Heartbreak at Hodgetown
The ninth inning woes continued in Hodgetown on Tuesday night for the Sod Poodles. In a game with five lead changes, Amarillo took a 9-8 lead into the 9th inning before Gerardo Gutierrez gave up 2 singles, 2 walks and eventually a go ahead sacrifice fly by outfielder Chase Davis, once again putting his fingerprints all over this series. Amarillo has now allowed 12 ninth inning runs in just three games (San Antonio did not have to bat in their two wins last series). The Sod Poodles' last shot
Hickory Crawdads: Five Pitchers Combine for One-Hitter in Win
Fresh off celebrating their combined no-hitter from the previous night and playing a late-morning game, the Hickory Crawdads continued their strong pitching, improving to 4-1 with a victory over the Augusta GreenJackets at L.P. Frans Stadium. Dominant Pitching Performance Brooks Fowler Set the Tone Starting pitcher Brooks Fowler delivered 4 strong innings, allowing 0 hits, 1 walk, and recording 5 strikeouts. Brock Porter Maintains the Shutout Brock Porter replaced Fowler, pitching 1.2 innin
Soddies by Morning: Springfield Uses Two Huge Innings to Sink the Sod Poodles Home Opener
There were fireworks after the game, but Springfield put together their own fireworks show in the 5th and 9th to sink Amarillo 16-7 in their home opener. A former Sod Poodle told me last night when asked about what to do when the wind is blowing out of Hodgetown: “Pray harder.” After a clean first inning from Amarillo starter, Arizona’s #26 prospect Roman Angelo, the Cardinals took advantage of the Panhandle wind blowing out early, homering in 4 consecutive innings between the 2nd and the 5th.
Round Rock Express: Crim’s Hot Streak Not Enough in Loss to OKC
As the saying goes, momentum in baseball is only as good as the next day’s pitcher. Despite a strong performance at the plate by Blaine Crim, the Round Rock Express couldn’t overcome their pitching struggles, falling to OKC at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Blaine Crim Stays Hot First baseman Blaine Crim continued his impressive start, going 3-for-5 with his second home run of the season, his sixth double, and 1 RBI, bringing his season total to 10 RBIs. Cody Freeman went 3-for-4, while Alan T