Mississippi Braves News: August 9 - August 15, 2024

The Mississippi Braves have had a mixed performance over the past week, with both highs and lows in their games. Here are some key highlights from their recent matches:

Series Against Tennessee Smokies

- August 4, 2024: The Tennessee Smokies scored seven unanswered runs to win the series finale against the Mississippi Braves 7-3 at Trustmark Park. The Smokies took five of six games in the series, averaging 7.6 runs per game.

- August 3, 2024: The Smokies jumped out to a big lead and held on for an 8-5 victory over the M-Braves, clinching the series. Tyler Tolve hit his team-leading 11th home run in the loss.

- August 2, 2024: Justin Dean delivered a walk-off single to complete a comeback and defeat the Smokies 7-6. The M-Braves erased a five-run deficit to pick up their first win of the series.

- August 1, 2024: The Smokies scored twice in the ninth inning to break a 3-3 tie and win 5-3 over the M-Braves.

- July 31, 2024: The Smokies shut out the M-Braves 13-0, with Chris Kachmar striking out eight over 7.0 scoreless innings.

- July 30, 2024: The Smokies opened the homestand with a 7-0 shutout win over the M-Braves, with Kachmar again striking out eight over 7.0 scoreless innings.

Series Against Pensacola Blue Wahoos

- August 9, 2024: David McCabe hit his first Double-A home run, but it wasn't enough as the M-Braves fell to the Pensacola Blue Wahoos 2-1. Drue Hackenberg allowed one run over 6.0 innings in a quality start.

Other Highlights

- July 28, 2024: The M-Braves finished a 6-3 road trip with a doubleheader split against the Montgomery Biscuits. Justin Dean set the single-season stolen base record in the series.

- July 27, 2024: The game between the M-Braves and Biscuits was postponed due to rain and rescheduled as part of a Sunday doubleheader.

Player Performances

- Drue Hackenberg was named Farm Bureau Pitcher of the Week for July 19-28, leading Minor League Baseball with 22 strikeouts during that period.

- Justin Dean was named Farm Bureau Player of the Week for July 19-28 and set the single-season stolen base record.

The Mississippi Braves have shown resilience and determination in their recent games, despite facing tough competition. Their ability to come back from deficits and individual player achievements highlight the team's potential and spirit.