Shuckers Fall to Smokies in Wild, 8-6, Affair

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Shuckers Fall to Smokies in Wild, 8-6, Affair

May 22, 2025 - Southern League (SL)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release


Biloxi Shuckers third baseman Luke Adams
Biloxi Shuckers third baseman Luke Adams
(Biloxi Shuckers, Credit: Demetrius Hill)

BILOXI, MS - The Biloxi Shuckers (24-17) fell to the Knoxville Smokies (20-19), 8-6, at Keesler Federal Park on Wednesday night. Despite the loss, Brock Wilken continued his hot May with a two-RBI double and starter Alexander Cornielle lowered his ERA to 1.93 after allowing one run over 5.1 innings. Luke Adams, in the lineup for the first time since Friday, went 2-for-4 with a walk in his return.

The Shuckers struck first with two first-inning runs off a two-RBI double from Brock Wilken down the left field line. They later extended the lead to 3-0 with a solo home run to left from Mike Boeve, his first at Keesler Federal Park in 2025. On the mound, Shuckers' starter Alexander Cornielle continued to star, scattering four hits through five shutout innings before being lifted in the sixth. The Smokies quickly tied the game at three after Cornielle exited with a three-run home run from Casey Opitz to right. They took a 5-3 lead before the end of the sixth with a pair of RBI singles from Pedro Ramirez and Corey Joyce.

In the bottom of the sixth, the Shuckers used a bases-loaded walk to Luke Adams and a sacrifice fly from Luis Lara to tie the game at five. They then took a 6-5 lead the next batter on a throwing error to second on a double steal that allowed Bladimir Restituyo to score from third. In the eighth, the Smokies tied the game on an RBI double from Corey Joyce before BJ Murray made it 8-6 with a two-run home run off the foul pole in right.

Brad Depperman (1-0) earned the win while Will Childers (1-1) took the loss for the Shuckers. A.J. Puckett picked up his sixth save of the year, recording six outs to finish the game. Luke Adams (2-for-4) and Bladimir Restituyo (2-for-4) each recorded multiple hits for the Shuckers.

The Shuckers return on Thursday night against the Smokies at Keesler Federal Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Brett Wichrowski (0-0, 3.60) is set to start for the Shuckers against Grant Kipp (2-2, 3.73) for the Smokies. Fans can 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 also 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.

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 third baseman Luke Adams
Biloxi Shuckers third baseman Luke Adams
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