MSB Results – September 17, 2024
League recaps with detailed summaries
🏆 **GAME OF THE DAY:** Thunder Explode for 17 Hits in 11-3 Rout of Rougarou at Truist ParkTRUIST PARK - Ramirez led an offensive onslaught with four hits and three RBIs as the Thunder demolished the Rougarou 11-3 in a game that featured a season-high 17 hits for the home team. The Thunder broke the game open with a five-run second inning and never looked back, with every starter recording at least one hit in the dominant performance. Fedde was masterful on the mound, allowing just one run over seven strong innings while the Thunder offense provided more than enough support.
The scoring started early when Greene's RBI single in the first inning put the Thunder ahead 1-0, but the floodgates opened in the second inning with five runs highlighted by Arozarena's two-run homer and Hilliard's two-run blast. The Thunder added two more runs in the third and fourth innings before putting the game away with three runs in the sixth and two more in the seventh. "When we're clicking like that offensively, we're tough to beat," said Thunder manager after the victory. "Seventeen hits is a lot of production from top to bottom." The Rougarou managed just five hits against Thunder pitching, with Ramirez providing a late two-run homer in the ninth inning that served only to make the final score more respectable.
Final: Thunder 11, Rougarou 3📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700020.htm)
Lynn Throws Complete Game Shutout as Miners Blank Rattlers 3-0YANKEE STADIUM - Lynn delivered a masterful complete game shutout, allowing just three hits over nine innings as the Miners defeated the Rattlers 3-0 in a dominant pitching performance. The veteran right-hander struck out nine batters while walking none, never allowing the Rattlers to mount any serious threat throughout the contest. The Miners provided just enough offense with single runs in the second, third, and fourth innings to support Lynn's gem.
Mullins got the scoring started with a solo homer in the third inning, while Rodgers provided the key blow with a two-run homer in the second inning that gave the Miners all the runs they would need. The Rattlers managed just three hits against Lynn's precision, with Gallo's seventh-inning single being their only baserunner to reach second base. "That's why Lynn is a veteran presence in our rotation," said Miners manager. "When he's commanding his fastball and changeup like that, he's nearly unhittable." The shutout was Lynn's first complete game of the season and marked a dominant bounce-back performance after struggling in recent starts.
Final: Miners 3, Rattlers 0📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700040.htm)
Sweets Edge Robots 4-3 Behind Turner's Power DisplayGREAT AMERICAN BALL PARK - Turner homered twice and drove in two runs as the Sweets held off the Robots 4-3 in a back-and-forth contest played in windy conditions. Turner's first homer came in the first inning to tie the game at 1-1 after Adames had given the Robots an early lead, and his second blast in the fifth inning proved to be the game-winner. The contest featured multiple lead changes and solid pitching performances from both sides.
The Robots took an early 1-0 lead on Adames' solo homer in the first inning, but the Sweets answered immediately with Turner's first blast. Gorman's solo homer in the second inning gave the Sweets a 2-1 lead before Guerrero's solo shot tied it 2-2 in the third. Taylor's solo homer in the fourth inning briefly gave the Sweets a 3-2 advantage, but Turner's decisive fifth-inning blast provided the winning margin. Abbott earned the victory with six innings of work, allowing three runs while the Sweets bullpen held firm down the stretch. Vesia earned the save with a perfect ninth inning.
Final: Sweets 4, Robots 3📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700070.htm)
Argonauts Hold Off Sea Wolves 5-3 in Tight ContestPNC PARK - Reynolds drove in three runs and the Argonauts used a four-run fourth inning to defeat the Sea Wolves 5-3 in a well-played game at PNC Park. The Sea Wolves took an early 2-1 lead behind Wagner's solo homer and Ward's RBI double, but the Argonauts rallied in the fourth inning with four runs highlighted by Reynolds' two-run single that gave them the lead for good.
Kelly earned the victory with seven strong innings, allowing three runs while scattering seven hits. The Sea Wolves made things interesting with a run in the second inning on Donovan's sacrifice fly, but they couldn't generate enough offense against the Argonauts pitching staff. Steer's solo homer in the third inning tied the game at 3-3, setting up the decisive fourth-inning rally. "We've been playing good baseball lately," said Argonauts manager after the victory. "When we get timely hitting like that, we're tough to beat." Doval earned the save with a perfect ninth inning despite allowing an error.
Final: Argonauts 5, Sea Wolves 3📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700080.htm)
Dogs Rout Landlubbers 9-1 Behind Offensive ExplosionCITI FIELD - The Dogs broke open a close game with a four-run sixth inning and cruised to a 9-1 victory over the Landlubbers in a dominant offensive display. Devers homered and walked three times, while Seager and Raleigh also went deep as the Dogs outhit the Landlubbers 12-4. Peralta earned the victory with seven strong innings, striking out 11 batters while allowing just one run.
The Landlubbers took a brief 1-0 lead in the second inning on Gonzales' solo homer, but the Dogs answered with three runs in the bottom half highlighted by Devers' solo shot and Raleigh's two-run blast. The Dogs pulled away with four runs in the sixth inning, capped by Seager's three-run homer that made it 7-1. Varsho added a two-run homer later in the sixth inning to complete the rout. "Our offense was clicking on all cylinders tonight," said Dogs manager. "When we're patient at the plate and work counts like that, good things happen."
Final: Dogs 9, Landlubbers 1📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700090.htm)
Rum Runners Rally Past Yetis 8-6 in Wild SlugfestT-MOBILE PARK - The Rum Runners overcame multiple deficits to defeat the Yetis 8-6 in a back-and-forth contest that featured 21 hits and multiple lead changes. Hoerner drove in the go-ahead run in the ninth inning after the teams were tied 6-6 entering the final frame. The game featured five home runs and numerous momentum swings throughout the evening.
Judge got the scoring started with a solo homer in the first inning, but the Rum Runners answered with a run in the second before taking a 5-1 lead after four innings. The Yetis rallied with three runs in the fifth inning to cut the deficit to 5-4, but Morel's solo homer in the sixth gave the Rum Runners a 6-4 advantage. The Yetis tied it 6-6 in the eighth inning on consecutive RBI singles, setting up a dramatic ninth inning. "That was a great baseball game," said Rum Runners manager. "Both teams fought hard, but we found a way to come through when it mattered." Martinez earned the save with a perfect ninth inning.
Final: Rum Runners 8, Yetis 6📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700140.htm)
Madmen Overcome Early Errors to Beat Koi 6-2NATIONALS PARK - The Madmen overcame four errors and sloppy defensive play to defeat the Koi 6-2 behind a strong pitching performance from Parker and timely hitting throughout the lineup. Butler and Bellinger homered in a three-run first inning that gave the Madmen an early lead they never relinquished. The Madmen added two more runs in the third inning before Greene's RBI single in the ninth provided an insurance run.
Parker was excellent over seven innings, allowing just one earned run while scattering eight hits to earn the victory. The Koi managed single runs in the second and fourth innings but couldn't generate consistent offense against the Madmen pitching staff. Despite committing four errors, the Madmen's offense provided enough cushion to secure the victory. "We didn't play our best defense tonight, but our pitching and timely hitting carried us," said Madmen manager after the win. The victory moved the Madmen closer to .500 as they continue their late-season push.
Final: Madmen 6, Koi 2📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700150.htm)
Bums Rally Past Kraken 9-7 in High-Scoring AffairMINUTE MAID PARK - The Bums overcame a four-run deficit to defeat the Kraken 9-7 in a wild offensive showcase that featured 23 hits between the two teams. Miranda drove in four runs and Garcia added a two-run homer as the Bums scored in five different innings to complete the comeback victory. The Kraken jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning behind Harris's leadoff homer and O'Neill's two-run blast, but the Bums chipped away throughout the game.
The turning point came in the fourth inning when the Bums scored three runs to tie the game at 4-4, highlighted by Miranda's two-run double. O'Neill homered twice for the Kraken and finished with five RBIs, but it wasn't enough to prevent the comeback. The Bums took the lead for good with a run in the sixth inning and held on despite the Kraken's three-run seventh inning rally. "That's the kind of resilience this team has shown all season," said Bums manager. "We never gave up and found a way to get it done." Jimenez earned the save despite allowing two baserunners in the ninth.
Final: Bums 9, Kraken 7📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700170.htm)
Hammers Edge Brewers 3-1 Behind Late RallyBUSCH STADIUM - Wilson's pinch-hit double sparked a two-run eighth inning rally as the Hammers defeated the Brewers 3-1 in a pitcher's duel played in windy conditions. Bido was outstanding for the Hammers, allowing just one run over seven strong innings to earn the victory. The game remained scoreless through three innings before Carter's RBI triple gave the Brewers a 1-0 lead in the fourth.
The Hammers broke through in the eighth inning when Wilson doubled home the tying run and Machado followed with the go-ahead RBI single. Goldschmidt added an insurance run in the ninth with an RBI double that made it 3-1. Luzardo pitched brilliantly in a losing effort, striking out 10 batters over 7.2 innings but taking the hard-luck loss. "Sometimes you need that one clutch hit to break through," said Hammers manager after Wilson's key double. "Our pitching was outstanding tonight, and we found a way to scratch across some runs when it mattered." Urena earned the save with two scoreless innings.
Final: Hammers 3, Brewers 1📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700190.htm)
Auk Demolish ACL's 8-1 in Wind-Swept VictoryORACLE PARK - The Auk overcame challenging wind conditions to rout the ACL's 8-1 in a dominant performance highlighted by 14 hits and balanced scoring from throughout the lineup. Olson homered and drove in two runs while Smith had three hits and two RBIs as the Auk scored in four different innings to pull away from the visitors. The 25-mph winds created difficult playing conditions but didn't prevent the offensive explosion.
The Auk broke the game open with four runs in the second inning, highlighted by Smith's two-run single and Carroll's RBI single. They added two more runs in the third and fourth innings before coasting to victory. Weathers earned the win with seven strong innings, allowing just one run on four hits while striking out five. The ACL's lone run came on Refsnyder's solo homer in the fifth inning, but they managed just four hits against the dominant Auk pitching. "The wind was tricky for both teams, but our hitters did a great job adjusting," said Auk manager after the victory.
Final: Auk 8, ACL's 1📊 Full Box Score (https://www.mutinybaseball.com/sources/webreports/2024/2024091700200.htm)
📈 Statistical HighlightsHome Run Leaders:• Turner,T (2 HRs, 2 RBIs), O'Neill (2 HRs, 5 RBIs), Ramirez,H (1st HR), Arozarena (18th HR), Hilliard (3rd HR), Mullins (20th HR), Rodgers (5th HR), Adames (23rd HR), Guerrero,V (21st HR), Taylor,C (1st HR), Gorman (25th HR), Wagner (2nd HR), Steer (4th HR), Devers,R (16th HR), Seager (23rd HR), Raleigh (15th HR), Varsho (18th HR), Judge (54th HR), Morel (11th HR), Butler (36th HR), Bellinger (28th HR), Castellanos,N (5th HR), Harris II (17th HR), Miranda (13th HR), Garcia,Ad (16th HR), Refsnyder (8th HR), Olson,M (22nd HR)
Multi-Hit Performances:• Ramirez,J (4 hits, 3 RBIs), O'Neill (4 hits, 5 RBIs), Westburg (3 hits), Neto (3 hits), Ozuna (3 hits), Smith,J (3 hits, 2 RBIs), Rojas,Jos (3 hits), Henderson (3 hits), Reynolds,B (3 hits, 3 RBIs), Rodriguez,Ju (2 hits), Arraez (4 hits), Martinez,JD (2 hits), and 25 others with two hits
Pitching Gems:• Lynn (9 IP, 0 ER, complete game shutout), Fedde (7 IP, 1 ER), Parker (7 IP, 1 ER), Bido (7 IP, 1 ER), Peralta,F (7 IP, 1 ER), Weathers (7 IP, 1 ER)
Complete Game Performance:• Lynn's complete game shutout highlights dominant pitching display
Weather Conditions:• 19-mph winds at Truist Park created challenging conditions for Thunder-Rougarou game
• 24-mph winds at Great American Ball Park affected play during Sweets-Robots contest
• 18-mph winds at Busch Stadium influenced Hammers-Brewers pitcher's duel
• 25-mph winds at Oracle Park created difficult playing conditions for ACL's-Auk game
Save Situations:• Martinez,J (30th save), Urena (3rd save), Vesia (15th save), Doval (4th save), Jimenez,J (26th save)
Notable Achievements:• Thunder's 17-hit explosion dominates offensive showcase
• Lynn's complete game shutout provides vintage performance
• Multiple games affected by challenging wind conditions
• Five games decided by four runs or more showcase offensive dominance
• Turner's two-homer game leads Sweets victory in windy conditions