Montgomery Biscuits News: July 19 - July 25, 2024

Montgomery Biscuits: Ups and Downs in Recent Series

Dominant Pitching Performance

The Montgomery Biscuits, the Double-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays, have had a mixed bag of results over the past week. Their recent series against the Mississippi Braves at Riverwalk Stadium saw them experience both highs and lows. On Wednesday, July 24, the Biscuits enjoyed a dominant performance from Logan Workman, who matched a career high with seven shutout innings. Workman allowed only three scattered hits and a walk while striking out three, helping the Biscuits blank the M-Braves 5-0. This win showcased the team's pitching prowess, with Workman's 3.03 ERA in 98 innings highlighting his consistency.

Struggles in the Bullpen

However, the Biscuits' bullpen struggled in their next game on Thursday, July 25. Despite taking a 5-2 lead, they gave up four unanswered runs over the final four innings, ultimately losing 6-5. The bullpen's struggles were marked by six walks and two hit batters, leading to four runs for the M-Braves.

Upcoming Games

The Biscuits will look to bounce back in the fourth game of the series against the M-Braves on Friday night at Riverwalk Stadium. Adam Leverett is scheduled to start for Montgomery, while Lucas Braun will take the mound for Mississippi. The first pitch is set for 6:35 pm CT, and fans can follow the action on Sports Radio 740, MiLB First Pitch App, and Bally Live.

Season Outlook

As the season progresses, the Biscuits will aim to maintain their competitive edge. With a current record of 50-43, they will need to capitalize on their strengths and address their weaknesses to make a strong push in the second half of the season. Stay tuned for more updates on the Montgomery Biscuits as they continue their journey through the MiLB season.