Willy Montero of the Tampa Tarpons

Tarpons Drop Series Opener to Flying Tigers, 10-5

TAMPA, Fla. - The Tampa Tarpons fell behind early and couldn't claw their way back Tuesday night, dropping the series opener to the Lakeland Flying Tigers at "The Tank," 10-5. Willy Montero impressed his Tarpons' debut after spending the first half of the season on the IL, going 2-for-5 with a double, triple, and two RBIs. Lakeland jumped out in front immediately, scoring five runs over the first three innings. The big blow... Full Story