Shuckers Drop Series Finale in Extras to Barons

BILOXI, MS – The Biloxi Shuckers (49-38, 7-11) clawed back from a 3-0 deficit, but fell in 10 innings, 4-3, against the Birmingham Barons (49-38, 11-7) at Keesler Federal Park in the Sunday series finale and final game before the four-day All-Star Break.

The Barons struck first in the first inning with an RBI single from Jacob Gonzalez and an RBI double from Caden Connor, making it 2-0. They extended the lead in the third to 3-0 with an RBI single from William Bergolla. The Shuckers, however, struck back thanks to two RBI from Adam Hall on a double in the second and a single in the fourth, making it 3-2. Luis Lara then scrambled home on a Mike Boeve single to center in the fifth, tying the game in three. The game remained tied until the 10^th inning, when Jacob Gonzalez gave the Barons a 4-3 lead with a sacrifice fly to center. The Shuckers were retired in order in the bottom of the inning by Zach Franklin, picking up his third save of the series.

Mark McLaughlin (1-0) earned the win while Brian Fitzpatrick (0-1) took the loss despite returning the side in order in the top of the 10^th inning. Luis Lara (2-for-4) and Adam Hall (2-for-4) each recorded multi-hit performances for the Shuckers and each reached base three times. Hall also recorded the Shuckers’ Southern League-leading 22^nd outfield assist of the year in the first inning, using a relay from Ethan Murray to retire Jacob Gonzalez at the plate.

After a four-day All-Star Break, the Shuckers will return to action on Friday against the Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. 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.

ABOUT THE BILOXI SHUCKERS:

The Biloxi Shuckers are the Double-A Affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers. The Shuckers are members of the Southern League and play at Keesler Federal Park in Biloxi, Mississippi. For more information, please visit biloxishuckers.com and follow us on Twitter @biloxishuckers and at facebook.com/biloxishuckers.

ABOUT SHUCKERS BASEBALL, LLC:

Shuckers Baseball, LLC is a MS entity owned and operated by John Tracy. Shuckers Baseball operates the Biloxi Shuckers baseball franchise, including operating Keesler Federal Park for Biloxi Shuckers minor league baseball games and other entertainment and recreational events.