'Cats Drop Series Finale in Lake Erie
June 8, 2025 - Frontier League (FL)
Tri-City ValleyCats News Release
AVON, OH - The Tri-City ValleyCats (16-8) fell 8-0 to the Lake Erie Crushers (13-12) on Sunday at Crushers Stadium.
Lake Erie notched three runs in the third. Mikell Manzano walked Dario Gomez. Burle Dixon singled Gomez to third. Alfredo Gonzalez drove in two with a double. Jarrod Watkins brought in Gonzalez with a single to give the Crushers a 3-0 lead. Gonzalez launched a grand slam in the fourth in a five-run frame for Lake Erie.
Dylan Spain (1-1) earned the win. He tossed five shutout frames, surrendering one hit and one walk, while striking out five.
Manzano (2-1) received the loss and pitched 3.2 innings. Ross Thompson fired 4.1 scoreless innings in relief for Tri-City.
The ValleyCats begin a three-game set against the Gateway Grizzlies at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium on Tuesday, June 10 th. First pitch is scheduled for a 6:30 PM start.
FINAL | LAKE ERIE 8 | TRI-CITY 0
W: Dylan Spain (1-1)
L: Mikell Manzano (2-1)
Time of Game: 2:29
Attendance: 1,505
The ValleyCats continue their All-Star campaign and 23 rd season in the Capital Region. On June 10 th, it will be Wicked Night and Peanut Free Night. Tickets can be purchased through this link. Gates open at 5:30 PM and the first pitch is at 6:30 PM. Capital Bank and Teal, Becker & Chiaramonte have joined forces to provide complimentary tickets to those with peanut allergies. The tickets will be available for pick up at the Will Call window in advance or on the night of the game. You will receive an email confirmation once your request is processed. There are a limited number of complimentary tickets available with discounted seats offered after those are claimed. Fill out the form here. Secure your ticket to fun here, calling 518-629-CATS (2287), or visiting the Joe Bruno Stadium Box Office.
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