Cardinals End Series with Five-Game Win Streak Defeating Bradenton 5-4 in the Series Finale

JUPITER, FL – The Palm Beach Cardinals (61-39, 24-10) defeated the Bradenton Marauders (41-61, 12-24) by a final score of 5-4 in the series finale on Sunday afternoon at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Palm Beach ends the home series with five-straight wins and maintains its first-place position in the FSL East Division by five games in the second half of the season.

Palm Beach got the scoring started in the bottom of the first inning off of Bradenton starting pitcher Clevari Tejada. After Christian Martin led off being hit by a pitch, he came around to score on an RBI fielder’s choice by Ryan Campos to give the Cardinals the early 1-0 lead.

Bradenton answered right back in the top of the second inning off of Palm Beach starting pitcher Augusto Calderon as Miguel Sosa drove in Justin Miknis on an RBI double to quickly tie the game at 1-1.

In the bottom of the third inning, Martin led off with a walk and later found himself at third base as Campos drove him in on an RBI groundout to give Palm Beach the lead back at 2-1. Two innings later in the bottom of the fifth off of Bradenton relief pitcher Peyton Stumbo, Martin recorded his first professional hit with a leadoff single. Two batters later, Ian Petrutz hit an RBI single to left field to score Martin and extend the Palm Beach lead to 3-1.

Calderon finished his first start of the season with four innings pitched, which tied a season-high, and allowed just one run on three hits while earning five strikeouts in a no-decision. Angel Cuenca was the first Cardinal out of the bullpen. After a scoreless top of the fifth inning, Cuenca ran into some trouble in the sixth. With two outs, the Marauders recorded three consecutive hits including an RBI double by Jhonny Severino and an RBI single by Miknis which tied the ballgame at 3-3.

Palm Beach needed to get the runs back and did so in the bottom of the seventh inning. Jon Jon Gazdar led off the frame with a single which was his first professional hit. Two batters later, Chase Adkison launched his third home run of the season, a two-run home run down the left field line, which gave the Cardinals a 5-3 lead.

After Nolan Sparks (W, 2-0) tossed a scoreless top of the seventh inning and recorded his first career strikeout, Henry Gomez (Sv, 9) was tasked with the final two innings on the mound for Palm Beach. Gomez allowed an RBI single to Yordany De Los Santos in the top of the ninth inning but allowed no further damage as the Cardinals held on for the 5-4 victory on Sunday afternoon. Gomez has nine saves in 2024 as he takes over the league lead in that category.

Petrutz finished his first week of professional ball by going 10-for-19 in six games with six RBIS and five runs scored as he makes his case to earn FSL Player of the Week honors. Martin and Gazdar recorded their first career hits in the ballgame with Martin leading the way with three runs scored.

The Cardinals will hit the road beginning on Tuesday, August 6th when they visit the Dunedin Blue Jays. Palm Beach went 2-4 at home against Dunedin between June 4-9. The Cardinals return to Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for another edition of the “Dual of the Dean” to host the Jupiter Hammerheads on August 13-18.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS AT ROGER DEAN CHEVROLET STADIUM:

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Noble Meyer Bobblehead Giveaway: You won’t want to miss out on two limited-edition collectors’ items. On Saturday, August 10th, the Jupiter Hammerheads host the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels at 6:00 p.m. where the first 500 fans will receive a Noble Meyer mini bobblehead presented by Gordon and Partners. Fans have the option of purchasing a guaranteed bobblehead package for $40 which gets you both mini bobbleheads and a reserved box ticket to both games. Visit the ticket office or call Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for more information. There will be a special wine-tasting event for fans 21 and older with the purchase of a special $30 advance ticket. The Hammerheads will also wear special jerseys which will be auctioned to benefit Vita Nova.

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 pregame 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.

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. Fans have the option of purchasing a guaranteed bobblehead package for $40 which gets you both mini bobbleheads and a reserved box ticket to both games. Visit the ticket office or call Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for more information.

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.

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.