Delmarva Comes from Behind in Series Opener against Salem
June 10, 2025 - Carolina League (CarL)
Delmarva Shorebirds News Release
SALISBURY, MD: The Delmarva Shorebirds (23-35) began their series against the Salem Red Sox (22-34) with a 5-4 comeback victory.
Salem took the lead in the first inning when Starlyn Nunez scored from third base on a double play hit by Yoelin Cespedes, putting the Red Sox up 1-0 after an inning.
In the fourth inning, Elis Cuevas put the Shorebirds ahead with his first home run of the season; his three-run shot gave Delmarva a 3-1 advantage.
Ben Vespi made his first career start on the mound for the Shorebirds, pitching a career-high four innings and allowing one run on three hits while recording three strikeouts.
Delmarva's lead disappeared in the sixth inning when the Red Sox capitalized on a two-run double by Justin Gonzales to tie the game. Moments later, Yoelin Cespedes singled him home, putting Salem back in front 4-3.
With the score still 4-3 in the eighth inning, the Shorebirds fought back by loading the bases with no outs. They tied the game at four with a bases-loaded walk while Colin Tuft was at bat. Kevin Guerrero drove in the go-ahead run with an RBI groundout as Elis Cuevas crossed home plate, putting Delmarva ahead 5-4.
Jack Crowder took the Shorebirds to the finish line by throwing five innings in relief, overcoming a three-run sixth inning by retiring the final ten batters of the game to secure a 5-4 win.
Jack Crowder (1-2) was awarded the win, marking the first of his career, while Griffin Kilander (2-4) took the loss for Salem.
Delmarva looks to win the first two games of the series as Chase Allsup takes the mound against Luis Cohen. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 PM.
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