Tri-City Drops Series Opener to Ottawa
Published on June 24, 2025 under Frontier League (FL)
Tri-City ValleyCats News Release
TROY, NY - The Tri-City ValleyCats (23-15) fell 3-2 to the Ottawa Titans (14-25) on Tuesday at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium on Workforce Development Night presented by Ferguson and Paylocity.
Dazon Cole served as the opener for the Titans and received a no-decision. He pitched an inning, yielding one hit and walked two.
Ottawa opened the scoring in the second. JustIn Fogel reached on an error from Josh Leslie. He advanced to second after Aaron Casillas was hit by a pitch. Fogel advanced to third on a wild pitch. Victor Cerny singled off Connor Wilford to give the Titans a 1-0 lead.
Tri-City countered in the fifth. Josue Urdaneta singled off Mac Lardnar and stole second. Cam Jones knocked in Urdaneta with a double. Amani Larry singled and Jones went to third. Julian Boyd picked up an RBI fielder's choice which provided the ValleyCats with a 2-1 lead.
Ottawa responded in the sixth. Jake Sanford singled and two batters later Jackie Urbaez lifted a two-run homer to pull the Titans ahead, 3-2.
Mac Lardner (1-2) earned the win. He tossed five innings, yielding two runs on five hits, walking two, and striking out four.
Wilford (4-2) received the loss and turned in his second consecutive quality start. He pitched six frames, allowing three runs, two earned on five hits.
Erasmo Pinelas earned his second save, retiring the side in order in the ninth.
Tri-City looks to take the middle game of the three-game set tomorrow, Wednesday, June 25th. First pitch is scheduled for a 6:30 PM start.
FINAL | OTTAWA 3 | TRI-CITY 2
W: Mac Lardner (1-2)
L: Connor Wilford (4-2)
S: Erasmo Pinelas (2)
Time of Game: 2:26
Attendance: 1,578
The ValleyCats continue their All-Star campaign and 23rd season in the Capital Region. Wednesday, June 25 th is Hot Dog Appreciation Night. The first 1,000 fans will receive a Mustard bobblehead presented by Snapple. This is the second year we are doing a Hot Dog Appreciation Night. Did you receive a relish bobblehead last year? The base of the Mustard and Relish bobbleheads are puzzle pieces that connect to each other. Make sure to add to your Hot Dog bobblehead collection by showing up early to receive a Mustard bobblehead. Gates open at 5:30 PM, and the first pitch is at 6:30 PM. Secure your ticket to fun by logging onto the following link. You can also be calling 518-629-CATS (2287), or visiting the Joe Bruno Stadium Box Office.
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