India Homers as Black Panther Party Walks Off Knights in 10; Machado Stars as Wranglers Roar Back to
August 12, 2024
Oakland (UBAN) - Luke Weaver went 5 solid innings and Josh Donaldson connected with a 'big fly' and had 2 RBI at Black Panther Park where the Oakland Black Panthers beat the Seattle Knights in 10 innings 5 to 3.
Both teams had scored 3 runs after nine full innings. Finally, Oakland pulled the game out in the 10th inning. After two outs Jonathan India began things off when he cracked a two-run shot making Oakland the victor and beginning a joyous home town celebration. Both teams ended up with 8 hits on the afternoon.
Gregory Santos(4-4) allowed no runs in 1 and 1/3 innings, and picked up the victory. Hector Neris(4-3) was the losing pitcher in relief. He pitched 2 and 2/3 innings allowing 1 hit and no walks.
Third baseman Manny Machado had 4 hits and 3 RBI at El Nido de Aguilas where the phenomenal San Antonio Wranglers beat the Mexico City Aguilas Doradas by the score of 7 to 4.
San Antonio erupted with the game winning runs in the top of the 9th inning scoring 3 runs on 2 hits. Zach McKinstry opened up the inning nicely when he drew a walk. Gleyber Torres came next and he drew a walk. Josh Naylor then delivered a base-hit driving in a run. Naylor took his lead and swiped second. Harold Ramirez was the next batter, but he struck out. Machado added his contribution to the rally and stroked a single which accounted for two additional runs. Machado took second on the throw. The Mexico City bats were silent in the bottom of the 9th.
Adam Ottavino(4-4) went 1 and 2/3 innings allowing no runs for the win. The loss was charged to Camilo Doval(3-4) in relief. He surrendered 3 runs and 2 hits in 1 inning.
