Travs Fall in Season Opener
Published on April 2, 2026 under Texas League (TL)
Arkansas Travelers News Release
Midland, TX-The RockHounds jumped out early and the Arkansas Travelers never led in falling to Midland, 5-1 in the first game of the 2026 season. Hunter Fitz-Gerald led the Travs offense with two hits, a double and a run batted in. Stefan Raeth threw 1.1 perfect innings of relief.
Moments That Mattered
* Arkansas cut their deficit to 2-1 in the top of the fourth and had the bases loaded with one out. Midland went to the bullpen and turned the first of three double plays on the night to retain the lead.
* Brayan Buelvas homered to open the last of the fourth regaining momentum for Midland. They would add two more in the inning and push their lead to four.
Notable Travs Performances
* DH Hunter Fitz-Gerald: 2-4, 2B, RBI
* RHP Stefan Raeth: 1.1 IP
News and Notes
* Michael Morales was the Opening Night starter, making his 35th appearance, all starts, with Arkansas.
* Four RockHound relievers combined for 5.2 scoreless innings.
The series continues on Friday night with LH Kade Anderson making his pro debut for Arkansas against LH Jamie Arnold who is doing the same for Midland. First pitch is set for 7:00. The game will be broadcast on 106.7 FM Buz2, MLB.tv, the Bally Sports Live App and the Milb First Pitch App.
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