Fri. 5/20 - Will it be a Freaky Friday (in a good way)

[Ro Mueller]

Jakson Reetz comes through yet again, with his 2-out single to center field scoring Valerio. The Shuckers have a 4-3 lead in the top of the 9th inning!

[Joseph Zarr]

Just now, damuelle said:

Jakson Reetz comes through yet again, with his 2-out single to center field scoring Valerio. The Shuckers have a 4-3 lead in the top of the 9th inning!

He’s been unbelievably good at the plate this year. It’s hard to fathom his early season.

[Joseph Zarr]

57 minutes ago, damuelle said:

The Shuckers' Jakson Reetz has his 10th(!) home run of 2022 on the first pitch he sees in the 6th inning. It's 1-1 in Pearl, Mississippi.

SIXTH HR in 7 games. Unbelievable!

[Ro Mueller]

Madness in Zebulon.  Chourio reaches on a throwing error by the new pitcher to load the bases.

Enter Hendry Mendez, who crushes the first pitch he sees over the wall in left field for a WALK OFF GRAND SLAM.  The Mudcats have done it, scoring 6 runs in the 9th inning to win 8-6.  All the damage came with 2 outs!!!!!!!!!

[Joseph Zarr]

Just now, damuelle said:

Madness in Zebulon.  Chourio reaches on a throwing error by the new pitcher to load the bases.

Enter Hendry Mendez, who crushes the first pitch he sees over the wall in left field for a WALK OFF GRAND SLAM.  The Mudcats have done it, scoring 6 runs in the 9th inning to win 8-6.  All the damage came with 2 outs!!!!!!!!!

WOW. Talk about a Walk Off! First pitch?!? That’s a serious mic drop moment!

[Ro Mueller]

What an ending to that one.  Carolina was down 6-2 with 2 outs and nobody on base in the bottom of the 9th inning, with Jheremy Vargas in a 1-2 count.  Vargas eventually worked the count full and punched a single to opposite field to start the rally.  Five batters later, Hendry Mendez ends the affair by blasting a pitch the other way, up and outta here for an 8-6 win!

[Ro Mueller]

RHP Zach Vennaro has closed out the come-from-behind victory for Biloxi with a 3-up, 3-down 9th inning to steal this one 4-3.  This night has very nicely turned on its head, as Carolina and Biloxi both come back to grab unlikely wins.

[Joseph Zarr]

Well, @damuellegot it in first but I’m sticking with my tip to Chirinos!?

Vennaro holds the 4-3 lead and the Shuckers get the much needed win. A tip of the cap to Harold Chirinos for his 2 innings of flawless bullpen work. He’s had an incredible season out of the pen. Truly. 

[Joseph Zarr]

I see the Sounds tagged aging Mike Minor for 9 hits in four some innings. Meanwhile, Jason Alexander with another stellar outing. He’s been fantastic for the Sounds. Another free agent signing proving incredibly impactful in Nashville.

[Ro Mueller]

Near. Far. Wherever You Are...  Here's Mendez' walk-off grand slam:

 

[Joseph Zarr]

1 hour ago, damuelle said:

Near. Far. Wherever You Are...  Here's Mendez' walk-off grand slam:

 

A high heater Oppo no less. My gooooodness gracious! 

[Joseph Zarr]

I mentioned Miguel Sanchez in my report last night. He ‘scuffled’ with control for a brief spell in Jacksonville. Well, how’s this for a rebound:

 

[Robocaller]

10 hours ago, damuelle said:

High-A Wisconsin has lost 2 in a row and would fall into a tie with South Bend if they lose today's game at home. The team welcomes LHP Russell Smith (4.95 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, 9.9 K/9 in 20 innings) back after a 13-day absence. 22-year old 2021 7th round pick OF Tristan Peters has been a remarkably consistent offensive threat (.296 AVG / .376 OBP / .500 SLG in 125 plate appearances):

Is Peters a legitimate prospect now?

[Jim Goulart]

Friday 5/20:

Via WSSP's "Sparky's Midday Madness": MiLB.com's Sam Dykstra (go to the 15:05 minute mark)

[Jim Goulart]

LISTEN: Walkoff Grand Slam Post-Game Interview with Carolina Manager Victor Estevez

[Joseph Zarr]

7 hours ago, Robocaller said:

Is Peters a legitimate prospect now?

He’s had an incredible season to date. Consistency is the word. Rarely makes a mistake in the outfield. Lefty bat. Great attitude. As a manager you love him in your line-up.

[Jim Goulart]

Here's your final Link Report from Friday 5/20