Jupiter Drops Series Finale to Ft. Myers 5-4 in 10 Innings
JUPITER, FL – The Jupiter Hammerheads (56-50, 20-20) dropped the series finale to the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels (56-47, 25-13) by a final score of 5-4 in 10 innings on Sunday afternoon. Jupiter goes 1-5 in the series and Ft. Myers takes the regular season series by going 7-5 in
JUPITER, FL – The Jupiter Hammerheads (56-50, 20-20) dropped the series finale to the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels (56-47, 25-13) by a final score of 5-4 in 10 innings on Sunday afternoon. Jupiter goes 1-5 in the series and Ft. Myers takes the regular season series by going 7-5 in 12 meetings.
For only the second time in the series, the Hammerheads scored the first run of the game. In the bottom of the second inning, Jacob Jenkins-Cowart reached on a fielding error by Jay Thomason, the Ft. Myers’ second baseman. After Jenkins-Cowart stole second and third base, Fenwick Trimble hit an RBI single to give Jupiter the early 1-0 lead.
During the bottom of the fourth inning, the game went into a delay due to lightning in the area as sun showers started appearing at the ballpark but play resumed.
Jupiter starting pitcher Walin Castillo tossed four shutout innings with only two hits allowed and tallied four strikeouts in his first start in two weeks. The delay kept him from going further to try and earn a decision.
The Mighty Mussels emerged from the delay ready on offense. In the top of the fifth inning, Juan Reynoso came in relief to pitcher for Jupiter. After two quick outs, Derek Bender and Byron Chourio reached base and were driven in by Kaelen Culpepper on an RBI single and an error. Jose Fernandez inherited the bases loaded and walked in a run as Ft. Myers took a 3-1 lead.
After a scoreless sixth inning, Ft. Myers added another run in the top of the seventh inning as Jaime Ferrer hit an RBI groundout to score Kyle DeBarge from third base as the Mighty Mussels extended their lead to 4-1.
The Hammerheads provided a key response in the bottom of the eighth inning. Jupiter got the bases loaded with two outs and Tomas Cleto committed a balk to cut the deficit to two runs. Trimble followed that by hitting his second RBI single of the game to make it 4-3. Then, JT Mabry hit a ground ball which Ft. Myers shortstop Kyle DeBarge committed a fielding error which allowed the Hammerheads to tie the ballgame at 4-4.
Extra innings were needed to decide the series finale. For Jupiter, Jack Sellinger (L, 1-4) stayed on the mound for the top of the tenth inning after two scoreless innings. With the placed-runner on base, Jay Thomason drove in Jaime Ferrer on an RBI single to give the Mighty Mussels a 5-4 lead.
The Hammerheads were able to get runners at the corners in the bottom of the 10th inning but could not get a run home and Jupiter would drop the series finale with a 5-4 final score on Sunday afternoon.
The Hammerheads stay at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for another two weeks. Jupiter will be the visiting team as they face the Palm Beach Cardinals for a six-game series beginning Tuesday, August 13th with first pitch scheduled for 5:00 p.m. The Hammerheads trail 10-5 in the “Dual of the Dean” season series. After Palm Beach, Jupiter will host the Daytona Tortugas for six games beginning on Tuesday, August 20th. Check out the upcoming promotional dates and events happening at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium.
UPCOMING PROMOTIONS AT ROGER DEAN CHEVROLET STADIUM**:**
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Women Run the Diamond: Come to Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for “Women Run the Diamond Night” on Saturday, August 17th when the Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals take the field at 6:00 p.m. There will be a women expo beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a chance to meet-and-greet women throughout the game and industry. Nominate women of the community by going to rogerdeanchevroletstadium.com/women-run-the-diamond with six winners being selected to be recognized before the game and treated to a suite and behind-the-scenes tour.
Baseball and Brews: Combine beer and baseball for “Baseball and Brews Night” presented by Southern Eagle Distributing on Saturday, August 24th when the Jupiter Hammerheads host the Daytona Tortugas at 6:00 p.m. With a special $30 ticket ($35 at the gate), it includes admittance to the craft beer tasting event from 5:00-7:00 p.m., souvenir tasting mug, and a seat at the game. Plus, there will be fireworks after the game.
Final Dog Day: Be sure to bring your dog to Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for the final “Dog Day” of 2024 on Friday, August 30th when the Palm Beach Cardinals host the Daytona Tortugas at 6:30 p.m. All dogs get in free if their owners have a game ticket.
Masyn Winn Bobblehead Giveaway: On Saturday, August 31st, the Palm Beach Cardinals host the Daytona Tortugas at 6:00 p.m. where the first 500 fans will receive a Masyn Winn mini bobblehead presented by Window Gang. You won’t want to miss out on this limited-edition collector’s item for one of the young stars in St. Louis.
E.R.A.S. Night (Hammy’s Version): It's been a long time coming...Join us on September 6th for E-R-A’S Night (Hammy's Version) at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium! There will be bracelet making, a silent disco, a 360-degree photo booth, and more! Come dressed as your favorite popstar from your favorite era and enter our costume contest! All ages are welcome! Bring your friends, your kids, and the whole family! Get your tickets today at Roger-Dean-Chevrolet-Stadium-Dot-Com. Are you ready for it?!
Dollar Night: End the season on a night dedicated to dollar deals and baseball for “Dollar Night” at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium on Saturday, September 7th at 6:00 p.m. when the Palm Beach Cardinals and the Jupiter Hammerheads hit the diamond.
About Jupiter Stadium, LTD:
Opening in 1998, the 110-acre complex/stadium is specially designed to house two Major League and two Minor League Baseball Teams. The stadium is home to the Miami Marlins and the St. Louis Cardinals for Spring Training. The Florida State League’s Jupiter Hammerheads (Class A Affiliate of the Miami Marlins) and Palm Beach Cardinals (Class A Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals) make their home at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium from April through September. This year-round facility can accommodate the smallest birthday party to the largest corporate outing, while never forgetting that each and every fan is our most important product.