AA Frisco RoughRiders

RoughRiders Rotation Set for Tulsa Drillers Series Showdown

Heath Criswell

Heath Criswell

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RoughRiders Rotation Set for Tulsa Drillers Series Showdown

The Frisco RoughRiders (38-30) are ready to welcome the Tulsa Drillers (26-43), the Dodgers’ Double-A affiliate, for a six-game series from June 24-29, 2025. The second half of the Texas League season gets underway with this series.

Rotation Spotlight: Frisco’s Arms

Frisco’s starting rotation is locked in:

  • Tuesday, June 24: RHP Ben Anderson (3-4, 4.39)
    Last start (6/17 vs. San Antonio Missions): 5 IP, 4 R, 2 H, 1 BB, 5 SO. Anderson’s command will be key to kick off the series with a statement.
  • Wednesday, June 25: LHP Kohl Drake (3-3, 2.74)
    Last start (6/18 vs. Missions): 7 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 2 BB, 6 SO—a career-high outing. Drake’s precision sets the stage for a gem at home.
  • Thursday, June 26: RHP Josh Stephan (5-2, 4.75 ERA)
    Last start (6/19 vs. Missions): 7 IP, 1 R (0 ER), 5 H, 1 BB, 5 SO, marking his second straight 7-inning masterpiece. Stephan’s consistency makes him a cornerstone.
  • Friday, June 27: RHP David Davalillo (0-1, 3.86 ERA)
    Last start (6/20 vs. Missions): 4.2 IP, 2 R, 4 H, 2 BB, 3 SO, 75 pitches (46 strikes) in his Double-A debut. Davalillo makes his Riders Field debut, ready to electrify the faithful.
  • Saturday, June 28: LHP Mitch Bratt (4-1, 2.15 ERA)
    Last start (6/21 vs. Missions): 5 IP, 1 R, 7 H, 0 BB, 9 SO, holding opponents to one run or fewer in his last two starts. Bratt’s 2.15 ERA ranks 3rd in the Texas League, showcasing his prospect pedigree.
  • Sunday, June 29: RHP Trey Supak (5-2, 4.30)
    Last start (6/22 vs. Missions): 5 IP, 1 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 8 SO, his second walk-free start of the season. Supak’s strikeout prowess could close the series with a bang.

Team Stats: RoughRiders vs. Drillers

Frisco holds the edge in most categories:

  • OPS: RoughRiders .692, Drillers .664
  • AVG: RoughRiders .239, Drillers .226
  • HR: RoughRiders 59, Drillers 55
  • RBI: RoughRiders 275, Drillers 258
  • BB: RoughRiders 256, Drillers 280
  • SO: RoughRiders 667, Drillers 626
  • ERA: RoughRiders 4.09, Drillers 4.96 (last in Texas League)
  • Saves: RoughRiders 23 (tied for 1st in Texas League), Drillers 11 (last)
  • WHIP: RoughRiders 1.30 (4th), Drillers 1.57 (last)

Series Outlook

With prospects like Sebastian Walcott, Cam Cauley, and Mitch Bratt and Kohl Drake leading the charge, Frisco’s rotation and lineup are set to shine. The RoughRiders’ 23 saves is tied for first in the Texas League and 4.09 ERA. Tulsa’s pitching (4.96 ERA, 1.57 WHIP) could be the opening Frisco needs to dominate at home and build momentum for the second half.

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