The TinCaps erased a 3-0 deficit on Saturday night at LMCU Ballpark, but the West Michigan Whitecaps still prevailed, 4-3.
Game recap from the Fort Wayne TinCaps:
TinCaps Rally, But Fall on Road
Comstock Park, Michigan (May 11, 2024) – The TinCaps erased a 3-0 deficit on Saturday night at LMCU Ballpark, but the West Michigan Whitecaps (Tigers affiliate) still prevailed, 4-3.
After West Michigan (15-17) scored twice in the first inning and once in the fourth, Fort Wayne (11-21) responded. Designated hitter Albert Fabian hit a two-out RBI single in the sixth. Then in the eighth, Fabian provided an RBI groundout. With two outs, third baseman Devin Ortiz delivered a game-tying RBI single.
However, the Whitecaps answered back with a run in their half of the eighth.
Center fielder Homer Bush Jr. had a team-high two hits, including a double.
On his 22nd birthday, right-hander Manuel Castro pitched 2 1/3 scoreless innings of middle relief.
Next Game: Sunday, May 12 @ West Michigan (2pm)
- TinCaps Probable Starter: RHP Tyler Morgan
- Whitecaps Probable Starter: RHP Dylan Smith
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