Round Rock Express Power Past Sugar Land Space Cowboys 5-1

The Round Rock Express won 5-1 over the Sugar Land Space Cowboys (Houston Astros affiliate), thanks to steong relief pitching after starter Caleb Boushley’s brief outing. Boushley pitched 2 innings, allowing 3 hits, 1 walk, and 3 strikeouts on 39 pitches (24 strikes). Nolan Hoffman (W, 2-0) took over, delivering 2.2 innings with 1 hit, 3 walks, and 3 strikeouts. Peyton Gray (H, 1), recently promoted from Frisco where he went 3-0 with a 2.25 ERA, pitched 2.1 innings, allowing 1 hit, 2 walks, and 2 strikeouts. The 29-year-old has appeared in 8 games this season, showcasing his reliability in the Express bullpen.

Crim’s Milestone Homer

In the top of the 7th, with the Express leading 2-0, Blaine Crim smashed a 3-run home run—his 7th of the season—extending the lead to 5-0. Crim, who went 1-for-5, became the 9th player in Round Rock history to reach 200 RBIs, cementing his place in the franchise’s record books.

Duran, Carter, and Strahm Contribute

Ezequiel Duran led the offense, going 3-for-4 with a double and 2 stolen bases (his 4th). Evan Carter went 2-for-5, including a hit off a left-handed pitcher with a 102 mph exit velocity—his first hit against a lefty this season. Kellen Strahm, going 1-for-3, scored 2 runs and swiped 3 bases (his 10th), adding speed and dynamism to the Express’ attack.

Game 3

The Round Rock Express look to maintain their momentum in Game 3 of this 6-game series against the Sugar Land Space Cowboys. First pitch is set for 7:05 PM tomorrow.