Clutch Hitting, Elite Defense Lead Shuckers to Comeback Win
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Clutch Hitting, Elite Defense Lead Shuckers to Comeback Win

Published on September 6, 2025 under Southern League (SL)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release


Biloxi Shuckers' Luis Lara on game night
Biloxi Shuckers' Luis Lara on game night
(Biloxi Shuckers)

BILOXI, MS - With a pair of outfield assists and a diving catch down the line in right, the Biloxi Shuckers (69-62, 26-35) clinched at least a .500 record on the season with a 5-3 win over the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (65-66, 31-31) at Keesler Federal Park on Saturday night. It marks the second time in the last five seasons the Shuckers have finished with a record of at least .500 and their first some 2023. The win also marked the Shuckers 41 st of the season at home, tying the 2016 team for the third-most in a season in franchise history.

The Shuckers fell behind in the third with an RBI single from Dub Gleed, giving the Blue Wahoos a 1-0 lead. An error in the bottom of the inning on a groundball to third from Luis Lara then tied the game at one. The back-and-forth swing began in the fourth with an RBI single from Colby Shade, but the Shuckers tied the game in the bottom half with a sacrifice fly to center from Zavier Warren. The next batter, Darrien Miller, then gave the Shuckers their first lead of the night with an RBI single into center, but Pensacola tied the game in the fifth with an RBI single from Tony Bullard. The Shuckers took the lead for good in the bottom of the sixth when a pitch with the bases loaded hit Darrien Miller. Eduardo Garcia then added on with an RBI single into left, making it 5-3. Abdiel Mendoza (5-3) earned the win for the Shuckers while Evan Fitterer (6-6) took the loss. Travis MacGregor also earned his third save with the Shuckers after a perfect ninth inning.

In the field, Zavier Warren and Luis Lara both recorded outfield assists, retiring Dub Gleed at the plate in the fifth and seventh innings. Garrett Spain also made a diving catch down the right-field line with two runners on, ending the fifth inning and preserving a 3-3 tie. Garrett Spain (2-for-4) and Eduardo Garcia (2-for-3) each recorded multi-hit performances for the Shuckers.

The series concludes on Sunday with the final home game of the regular season. First pitch is scheduled for 5:05 p.m. with Tyson Hardin (2-2, 3.38) against Jacob Miller (3-6, 4.50). The Shuckers will host their annual Fan Appreciation Day for their final regular season game at Keesler Federal Park with an appearance from Bluey and Bingo. Fans can sign up for meet-and-greet opportunities throughout the game. Fans can purchase a Sunday Fun Day Package with four tickets, hot dogs, chips, and drinks for $76 plus $19 for each additional ticket. Fans can also bring their Shuckers gear to the game for player autographs. The first 150 fans will receive a Shuckers poster presented by Mele Printing. Make sure to stay after the game to catch on the field. Fans can listen live on the Biloxi Shuckers Radio Network with pregame coverage beginning at 4:45 p.m.

Fans can save up to 50% off day-of-game pricing by securing their 2026 season membership and a 2025 Shuckers Playoff Ticket package, including tickets for all playoff games potentially held at Keesler Federal Park this season. Season Memberships, Mini Plans and group outings are available now by visiting biloxishuckers.com, the ballpark offices and by calling (228) 233-3465. Fans can also receive more information regarding the full promotion schedule and single-game tickets on the Shuckers website.

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Biloxi Shuckers' Luis Lara on game night
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