Cornielle Makes History in Shuckers Comeback Win over Clingstones

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Cornielle Makes History in Shuckers Comeback Win over Clingstones

April 9, 2025 - Southern League (SL)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release


Biloxi Shuckers pitcher Alexander Cornielle
Biloxi Shuckers pitcher Alexander Cornielle
(Biloxi Shuckers, Credit: Mike Krebs)

BILOXI, MS - Behind a three-run seventh inning, the Biloxi Shuckers (1-4) earned a comeback win, 3-1, over the Columbus Clingstones at Keesler Federal Park on Wednesday afternoon. In the win, Alexander Cornielle made history, becoming the first pitcher in Shuckers' franchise history (since 2015) to throw at least six shutout innings and allow one hit or less in his Double-A debut.

With the help of a runner caught stealing in the third, Cornielle faced the minimum through 3.2 innings before a walk and a single to Drew Compton, the Clingstone's first hit of the afternoon and only hit against Cornielle. Cornielle finished his afternoon by retiring the final seven batters he faced. He faced two over the minimum across 6.0 shutout innings on 78 pitches with four strikeouts. The Clingstones struck first in the seventh when an error on a rundown allowed David McCabe to score from third, making it 1-0.

The Shuckers fought back in the bottom of the seventh when Zavier Warren singled and Eric Brown Jr. walked to begin the inning. After a sacrifice bunt from Ethan Murray, Ramón Rodríguez lined a double to right, scoring both runners to make it 2-1. Later in the inning, Cooper Pratt extended his RBI streak to four consecutive games with a single into left, making it 3-1. Out of the bullpen, Will Childers locked down a four-out save, his first since June 18, 2024, with the High-A Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. Josh Maciejewski (1-0) earned the win while Blake Burkhalter (0-1) took the loss.

Pratt (2-for-4) recorded the only multi-hit afternoon for the Shuckers. His current four-game RBI streak is the longest of his career since a career-high six-game streak between August 4-14, 2023 with the Rookie-level ACL Brewers.

On Thursday, Tate Kuehner (0-1, 8.10) is set to make his 2025 home debut against righty Drue Hackenburg (0-1, 18.00) for the Clingstones. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. at Keesler Federal Park. Fans can get their boots on and saddle up for Rodeo Night with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Rodeo. Fans can also kickstart the weekend with Thirsty Thursday© presented by PBR, Coca-Cola, and Kicker108 with $2 PBR cans, drafts, hot dogs, and Coca-Cola products! Fans can splash in with $4 draft beer specials on Miller Lite and Coors Light at the first and third-base Beer Gardens. Fans can cash in on almost 60% savings with the Thirsty Thursday© Deal which includes a Reserved Level ticket and two drink vouchers for $17 in advance. Fans can listen live on the Biloxi Shuckers Radio Network with pregame coverage beginning at 6:15 p.m. from the Ground Zero Blues Club Broadcast Booth.

Fans can save up to 50% off day-of-game pricing by securing their 2025 Shuck Nation membership today. Shuck Nation memberships, Flex 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 pitcher Alexander Cornielle
Biloxi Shuckers pitcher Alexander Cornielle
(Mike Krebs)		   



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