Riders Hang with Travs Early, But Get Outslugged in Series Finale
Published on July 8, 2016 under Texas League (TL1)
Frisco RoughRiders News Release
FRISCO, TEXAS - The Frisco RoughRiders, the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, fell 10-5 in the series finale against the Arkansas Travelers Friday night at Dr Pepper Ballpark.
The RoughRiders (42-42 overall, 4-11 second half) got on the board in the second inning on a two-run double from Luis Mendez that cut the deficit to 4-2. Ronald Guzman provided some late fireworks, blasting a three-run homer in the eighth inning, bringing the deficit to 10-5 while extending his season-long hit streak to 11 games.
Frisco played from behind early after starter Victor Payano (5-6) allowed four runs in the first inning. Caleb Adams got the ball rolling with a solo home run on the second pitch of the game. The Travelers (38-46, 6-8) countered Frisco's second-inning runs with a run in the fourth, two in the fifth, and three in the sixth. Jabari Henry finished 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI.
Travelers starter Alex Blackford (5-4) pitched well over his five innings on the mound. He allowed two runs on three hits, while walking two and striking out three to pick up the win.
The Riders wore Game Boy-themed jerseys for Salute to 8-Bit and Arcades Night, in addition to Dallas Police Department hats in support of those affected by the tragic events Thursday night in downtown Dallas. Both items were auctioned during the game to benefit the Assist the Officer Foundation, which supports the families of the fallen officers.
The Riders continue their six-game homestand Saturday at 7:05 p.m., welcoming in the Northwest Arkansas Naturals to begin a three-game series. Right-hander Reed Garrett (2-3, 5.40 ERA) is scheduled to start for the RoughRiders opposite Pedro Fernandez (1-2, 4.03 ERA) for the Naturals. Fans can watch the game on MiLB.tv (subscription required) or listen to the action on the Frisco RoughRiders Radio Network, the TuneIn Radio App, and the MiLB First Pitch App. Dr Pepper Pregame Show coverage begins at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday is Princess Night at Dr Pepper Ballpark. The festivities include a Royal Ball from the sixth through eight innings. The homestand continues Sunday with a Smiling Teddy Pillow Giveaway to the first 1,500 kids 12 and younge. The homestand concludes Monday with Super Splash Day for a 12:05 p.m. start. Tickets for those games and other remaining games this season are available now online at RidersBaseball.com, via email at info@ridersbaseball.com, over the phone at (972) 731-9200, or in-person at the RoughRiders box office.
About the Frisco RoughRiders
The Frisco RoughRiders are the Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers and play their games at beautiful Dr Pepper Ballpark in Frisco, Texas. The team was founded in 2003 and has finished first among all Double-A franchises in attendance in each of the last 11 seasons (2005-2015). In August 2014, the RoughRiders were purchased by an ownership group led by Chuck Greenberg and Scott Sonju. The new ownership group, together with the city of Frisco, has spearheaded numerous major franchise improvements over the past two seasons, investing over $7 million in wide array of facility upgrades and improvements, including the new state-of-the-art HD video board, sound system, Bull Moose Saloon, InTouch Grille, Riders Outpost Team Store, and the newest and biggest creation, the 174-foot Choctaw Lazy River. The improvements made prior to the 2015 season earned the Riders and the City of Frisco "Best Ballpark Renovation" of 2015 by Ballpark Digest. More than 130 former RoughRiders players have gone on to play Major League Baseball, including All-Stars Chris Davis, Elvis Andrus, Adrian Gonzalez, Ian Kinsler, Nelson Cruz, and C.J. Wilson as well as current Rangers stars Derek Holland, Rougned Odor, and Mitch Moreland. For more information on the Frisco RoughRiders and Dr Pepper Ballpark, please visit RidersBaseball.com or contact Nathan Barnett at (972) 334-1976 or via e-mail at Nathan@RidersBaseball.com.
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