News Summary
In a nail-biting extra-inning game, the Bowling Green Hot Rods were narrowly defeated by the Jersey Shore BlueClaws with a final score of 12-10. The match showcased impressive home runs, including a three-run blast by Noah Myers for Bowling Green. The BlueClaws surged ahead with a dominant fifth inning but the Hot Rods fought back to tie the game, forcing extra innings. In the end, Jersey Shore’s timely scoring led to their victory. The Hot Rods now prepare for an upcoming series against the Winston-Salem Dash.
Bowling Green, Kentucky – The Bowling Green Hot Rods fell to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws in a dramatic extra-inning matchup that concluded with a score of 12-10 on Sunday at Bowling Green Ballpark. The game marked the finale of a series between the two teams, and the loss leaves Bowling Green with a record of 30-26, while Jersey Shore’s record improves to 21-35.
The BlueClaws started strong, with Carson DeMartini hitting a solo home run during the top of the first inning to give them a quick lead of 1-0. Not to be outdone, the Hot Rods responded in the very next half-inning. They took the lead when Noah Myers hit a three-run home run in the bottom of the first, pushing the score to 3-1 in favor of Bowling Green.
The momentum shifted again in the third inning as Zach Arnold added another home run for Jersey Shore, reducing the deficit to 3-2. The BlueClaws continued their comeback in the fourth with a solo homer from Kehden Hettiger, tying the game at 3-3.
The top of the fifth inning became a turning point for Jersey Shore, as they scored a staggering seven runs, highlighted by a three-run home run blast from Matt Higgins. This explosive inning vaulted the BlueClaws ahead to a commanding 10-3 lead.
Bowling Green didn’t back down. They found their footing in the sixth inning, scoring two runs thanks to a solo home run by Aidan Smith followed by a double from Ryan Cermak, narrowing the score to 10-5.
In the seventh inning, the Hot Rods mounted an impressive comeback, scoring four runs to inch closer to the BlueClaws, making it 10-9. The rally included a mix of hits and a critical balk from Jersey Shore’s pitcher, Paxton Thompson. The suspense heightened as Bowling Green tied the game in the ninth inning at 10-10, forcing the game into extra innings through a series of walks, defensive errors, and a wild pitch.
However, the tide turned yet again in the tenth inning. The BlueClaws regained their lead by scoring two runs from Bryan Rincon and Bryson Ware, ultimately sealing the game with a final score of 12-10 in favor of Jersey Shore.
Andrew Baker earned the win for the BlueClaws, pitching two innings and allowing just one unearned run while striking out five batters. Conversely, Junior William took the loss for the Hot Rods after allowing two runs (one earned) in just one inning of work.
The Hot Rods will have a day off before heading to Winston-Salem for a six-game series against the Dash. The first pitch of that series is set for 5:30 pm CDT at Truist Stadium. Fans can catch all the action through MiLB.tv, the MiLB First Pitch App, or by visiting BGHotRods.com.
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- Milb: Hot Rods Seven Run Rally Falls Short
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