The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders lost a close game to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, repeating their Opening Day score of 4-5. A dramatic ninth-inning rally fell short after T.J. Rumfield hit a two-run homer, bringing them within one run. Despite contributions from players like Ismael Munguia and Everson Pereira, the team could not secure a win. Pitcher Sean Boyle faced challenges on the mound, while relievers Kervin Castro and Wilking Rodríguez provided solid performances, limiting the IronPigs’ scoring opportunities late in the game. The season is set to continue for other minor league teams soon.
The RailRiders faced a similar outcome to their Opening Day loss, falling 4-5 to the IronPigs despite a late rally in the ninth inning.
Star performance came from T.J. Rumfield, whose two-run homer in the ninth nearly sparked a comeback, ending the game with a narrow one-run deficit.
Ismael Munguia and Everson Pereira contributed key hits, but ultimately it was a late charge that couldn't secure a victory against Lehigh Valley.
Pitcher Sean Boyle struggled but was backed by solid performances from Kervin Castro and Wilking Rodríguez, who prevented further runs in their stints.
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