Jupiter Has Losing Streak Extend to Five Games with 2-1 Loss to Daytona
JUPITER, FL – The Jupiter Hammerheads (59-57, 23-27) matched a season-high five-game losing streak as they fell to the Daytona Tortugas (59-56, 27-21) by a final score of 2-1 on Friday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. With the loss, Jupiter loses the series and is now four and a
JUPITER, FL – The Jupiter Hammerheads (59-57, 23-27) matched a season-high five-game losing streak as they fell to the Daytona Tortugas (59-56, 27-21) by a final score of 2-1 on Friday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. With the loss, Jupiter loses the series and is now four and a half games back of Daytona for second place in the FSL East Division and the final playoff berth. The Hammerheads previously lost five games in a row between May 15-19 at Dunedin.
For the second consecutive game, Jupiter got on the scoreboard first. In the bottom of the second inning, Daytona starting pitcher Ovis Portes left the game with an apparent injury and JP Ortiz came in emergency relief. With two outs, Ortiz walked three straight batters to load the bases. Then, Michael Snyder was hit by a pitch to drive in a run to give the Hammerheads the early 1-0 lead. It was the first career professional RBI for Snyder.
Jupiter remained ahead until the top of the fifth inning when Daytona started to figure out Brooks. With one out, Malvin Valdez hit a double to left field and Ryan McCrystal followed that with an RBI double of his own which tied the game at 1-1.
Brooks picked up a no-decision as he finished with six innings and allowed just one run on three hits, one walk, and one hit-by-pitch while also striking out a career-high eight batters.
After Delvis Alegre (L, 2-4) tossed a scoreless top of the seventh inning, he ran into a little trouble in the top of the eighth. McCrystal led off the frame with a single and Eddy Isturiz pinch-ran and advanced to third base on a stolen base and a groundout. Jesse Bergin came into pitch against Sammy Stafura who hit a sacrifice fly scoring Isturiz to give the Tortugas a 2-1 lead. Bergin finished with 1 2/3 scoreless innings and allowed just the one inherited run to score.
In the bottom of the ninth inning, the Hammerheads had runners at the corners with less than two outs but could not extend nor walk-off the ballgame losing to Daytona by the 2-1 final score. Jupiter left 13 men on base and finished 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position.
The Hammerheads look to salvage the series with game five which takes place on Saturday, August 24th with first pitch scheduled for 6:00 p.m. at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium where Juan De La Cruz (0-1, 4.35 ERA) gets the start on the mound for Jupiter. All fans 21 and older can take part in “Baseball and Brews Night” presented by Southern Eagle Distributing. A "Baseball and Brews" ticket gives you admittance to the craft beer tasting event from 5:00-7:00 p.m., a souvenir tasting mug, and a seat at the game. It is also a Kids Club Saturday and there will be fireworks after the game. Visit rogerdeanchevroletstadium.com to purchase your tickets.
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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 Friday, September 6th at 6:00 p.m. 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.