Cardinals Defeat Hammerheads 2-1 in 1:54 Contest Thursday Night
JUPITER, FL – In what was mostly a pitchers’ duel with combined eight hits and 1 hour and 54 minutes of game time, the Palm Beach Cardinals (68-41, 31-12) defeated the Jupiter Hammerheads (57-52, 21-22) by a final score of 2-1. In the regular season “Dual of the Dean” series,
JUPITER, FL – In what was mostly a pitchers’ duel with combined eight hits and 1 hour and 54 minutes of game time, the Palm Beach Cardinals (68-41, 31-12) defeated the Jupiter Hammerheads (57-52, 21-22) by a final score of 2-1. In the regular season “Dual of the Dean” series, Palm Beach is now 12-6 against Jupiter in 2024. It became the fastest game of the season for Jupiter and the second-fastest game for Palm Beach behind only a 1 hour and 52-minute game back on June 5th in a 3-2 win vs. Dunedin.
The first three innings of the ballgame featured no runs between Palm Beach starting pitcher Jose Davila (W, 4-5) and Jupiter starter Keyner Benitez (L, 0-4).
In the top of the fourth, the Hammerheads got themselves the first run of the game. With two outs, JT Mabry doubled down the left field line and Victor Ortega drove in Mabry on an RBI single to give Jupiter the early 1-0 lead.
However, Palm Beach responded immediately in the bottom of the frame. After JJ Wetherholt reached on an error by Jupiter shortstop Carter Johnson, Sammy Hernandez would pick up his 40th RBI of the season with an RBI double to left field to tie the ballgame. Then, Jose Suarez hit an RBI single to put the Cardinals on top by a 2-1 score.
After the fourth inning, both pitching staffs were in cruise control. Davila finished his start with six innings and allowed just one run on five hits, one walk, and one hit batter while earning seven strikeouts. Benitez finished with five innings and two unearned runs allowed as he awaits his first victory of the season.
Nelfy Ynfante (Sv, 1) came out of the Cardinals’ bullpen in relief of Davila and at one point helped Palm Beach retire 12 Hammerheads’ hitters in a row as he secured the 2-1 victory, and his first Single-A save in his home debut.
Game four of this six-game series between Palm Beach and Jupiter takes place on Friday, August 16th with first pitch scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Click here to purchase your tickets.
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 industry. The Cardinals will wear special jerseys that you can bid on HERE with auction proceeds benefitting Susan G. Koman for the Cure.
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.