Big Inning Costs 'Hounds in Loss to Frisco
As frustrating as their season has been to this point, the Frisco RoughRiders (now 10-29) have discovered a "winning formula" in consecutive victories at Security Bank Ballpark - - a big inning and a dominant closer.After erasing a 1-0 deficit with a pair of unearned runs in the top of
As frustrating as their season has been to this point, the Frisco RoughRiders (now 10-29) have discovered a "winning formula" in consecutive victories at Security Bank Ballpark - - a big inning and a dominant closer.
After erasing a 1-0 deficit with a pair of unearned runs in the top of the third, the Riders scored five runs in the fourth to build a 7-1 lead and, again, held off a RockHounds rally for the victory (the Riders led, 5-0, early on Tuesday and
Frisco starter
The 'Hounds rallied back in the eighth against reliever
The Riders now lead the series, 2-1, with the final game Thursday night (7:00). The 'Hounds then host division-leading San Antonio in a four-game set (Friday through Monday) at Rocky Town.
Notables
Tyler Ramirez has hits in five straight games (7-19, .368) and has reached base in 18-of-19 games (23-67, .343) with five double, a triple, two home runs and 13 RBI.
Completely Useless But Kinda Cool Stat(s)
Two RockHounds were at positions they had not played in their pro careers until this season - - J.P. Sportman played third base for the third time (389 career games) and Richie Martin was at second base for the second time (273 games).
Next Game
Thursday, May 17 vs. Frisco RoughRiders
Security Bank Ballpark 6:30 p.m. (Gates open at 6:00)
- "Thirsty Thursday" (half-price beverages)
- Final of a four-game series and fourth of an eight-game homestand (see below)
- Radio: NewsTalk 550 with Bob Hards ... airtime 6:47 p.m.
Probable Starters
FRI: Brett Martin (LH, 0-4, 8.78)
RH: Joel Seddon (RH, 2-2, 4.66)
Four-Game Series vs. San Antonio at Security Bank Ballpark
May 18-21, includes:
Replica Bobble Trophies (Friday, May 18)
Fireworks (Saturday, May 19)
Family Day (Sunday, 2:00 p.m.)
Safety Awareness / Kids Day (Monday, May 21 at 11:00 a.m.)