San Antonio Missions News: July 19 - July 25, 2024

The San Antonio Missions, the Double-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, have had an impressive run over the past week, showcasing their skills and determination in several key games. Here are the highlights from their recent performances:

Victory Over Midland RockHounds

On July 26, 2024, the Missions secured a crucial 2-0 win over the Midland RockHounds, thanks to a stellar performance by Victor Lizarraga. Lizarraga pitched a career-high seven scoreless innings, allowing only two hits and striking out eight. The bullpen, led by Francis Peña and Jason Blanchard, sealed the deal, with Blanchard earning his first save of the season.

Series Victory Against Corpus Christi Hooks

Earlier in the week, the Missions clinched their sixth series victory by defeating the Corpus Christi Hooks. Reggie Lawson delivered a strong performance, and the offense provided early run support, leading to a 5-3 win. This marked the Missions' third consecutive win and their 30th victory of the season.

Other Notable Performances

- In a game against the Amarillo Sod Poodles, Miguel Cienfuegos struck out 10 batters across seven innings, helping the Missions fight back from a 3-0 deficit.

- Jared Kollar recorded his ninth win of the season after pitching seven scoreless innings against the Amarillo Sod Poodles.

- Austin Krob struck out 10 batters in a game against the Amarillo Sod Poodles, despite the Missions ultimately losing.

Upcoming Games

The Missions will continue their six-game series with the Midland RockHounds on Friday, July 26, with left-hander Austin Krob scheduled to pitch for the Missions. They will also face the Amarillo Sod Poodles in a six-game series starting on Tuesday, June 14.

The San Antonio Missions have demonstrated their resilience and skill over the past week, and fans can look forward to more exciting games as the season progresses.