Spain Fuels Win with 16th Home Run, Shuckers Snap Six-Game Skid
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Spain Fuels Win with 16th Home Run, Shuckers Snap Six-Game Skid

Published on September 1, 2025 under Southern League (SL)
Biloxi Shuckers News Release


Biloxi Shuckers outfielder Garrett Spain
Biloxi Shuckers outfielder Garrett Spain
(Biloxi Shuckers)

BILOXI, MS - The Biloxi Shuckers (67-60, 25-33) snapped a six-game losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (63-64, 29-29) at Keesler Federal Park on Monday night. In the win, Garrett Spain recorded a home run for the fourth straight home game, extending his career-high with his 16th home run of the season.

The Blue Wahoos struck first in the second with an RBI double from Dub Gleed, making it 1-0. In the bottom of the inning, Garrett Spain smashed a two-run home run to right, making it 2-1. In the third, Darrien Miller brought home Blake Burke with a groundout to first, making it 3-1. The Shuckers then extended the lead to 6-1 in the fourth when a sacrifice fly and a throwing error with the bases loaded scored three. The Blue Wahoos scored their final two runs of the night in the fifth inning with back-to-back RBI doubles from Michael Snyder and Jared Serna. Zach Peek (6-2) earned the win while Alex Williams (4-4) took the loss for Pensacola. Abdiel Mendoza also earned his first save since May 2024, with two scoreless innings.

Luis Lara (2-for-4) and Jheremy Vargas (2-for-4) each recorded multiple hits for the Shuckers. Lara's performance marked his team-leading 33rd multi-hit game of the season.

After an off-day on Tuesday, the Shuckers and Blue Wahoos return to action on Wednesday with first pitch at 6:35 p.m. Brett Wichrowski (2-6, 3.53) is slated to start for the Shuckers against Jake Brooks (2-2, 5.72) for the Blue Wahoos. It's Military Wednesday presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union, where all military personnel can receive a $3 discount on Dugout Box and Reserved Level tickets. From gates open until first pitch, fans can enjoy $4 16oz Corona Premier, Corona Extra, Modelo, Pacifico, $6 High Noon and $8 well cocktails at the Corona Premier Tiki Bar for Happy Hour. 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 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 outfielder Garrett Spain
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