SL Knoxville Smokies

Barons Blow out Smokies, Take 3-2 Series Lead

Published on July 30, 2022 under Southern League (SL)
Knoxville Smokies News Release


KODAK, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Smokies (51-44, 14-12) lost to the Birmingham Barons (43-50, 13-12) 11-6 for the third time this series Saturday night at Smokies Stadium. With the win, the Barons moved back into a tie with the Smokies for first place in the Southern League North in the second half.

Birmingham wasted no time taking an early lead Saturday night. The Barons plated two runs in the first inning off Riley Thompson (L, 0-3) and never looked back. The Barons scored in five different innings and led by as many as six runs at twice in the game. RHP Sameul Reyes was the lone Smokies pitcher to put together a scoreless outing, as he struck out six batters over two shutout frames.

Jake Slaughter, Bryce Ball and Bradlee Beesley combined for nine of Tennessee's 12 hits, as they totaled three hits each in the loss. Beesley and Weber extended their hit streak to eight and seven games, respectively.

The Smokies will play for a series-split Sunday afternoon at Smokies Stadium in the finale of their series against the Birmingham Barons. First pitch is set for 2:00 p.m. ET when the Smokies send RHP Ryan Jensen (0-3, 5.18) to the mound against RHP Emilio Vargas (1-3, 5.76). Fans can catch the action on 99.1 The Sports Animal or by visiting https://www.milb.com/tennessee/fans/audio-listen-live.

Sunday's at Smokies Stadium are Family Funday Sunday. For tickets, call the box office at (865) 286-2300 or visit smokiesbaseball.com.

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