Daytona Tortugas News: July 19 - July 25, 2024

Title: Tortugas Shine in Recent Contests: A Week of Ups and Downs

The Daytona Tortugas, the Minor League Baseball affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds, have had an eventful week, with a mix of victories and setbacks. Here's a recap of their recent performances:

Outstanding Performances

- Johnny Ascanio's Double Breaks Stalemate: In a thrilling duel against the Jupiter Hammerheads, Johnny Ascanio's late two-run double secured a 2-0 win for the Tortugas.

- Connor Burns' Home Run: Burns blasted his third home run in four games, but unfortunately, the Tortugas fell short in a rain-soaked Saturday night game against the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels.

- Sammy Stafura's Grand Slam: Stafura's grand slam, combined with Luis Reyes' big night, led the Tortugas to a 15-4 rout of the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels on Thursday.

Postponements and Delays

- Rainy Nights: Two games were postponed due to rain: the Friday night game against the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels and the game against the Jupiter Hammerheads on June 28th. Both were rescheduled as doubleheaders the following day.

Notable Wins

- Four-Game Streak: The Tortugas won four straight games, including a 5-4 edge over the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels, to reach the .500 mark.

- Shutout Victory: Three Tortugas players hit home runs, and three pitchers combined for a two-hit shutout in a 9-0 win over the Ft. Myers Mighty Mussels.

Upcoming Events

- Independence Day Festivities: The Tortugas will continue their homestand on July 1 against the St. Lucie Mets, featuring the biggest fireworks show of the year, Girl Scout Night, and more.

The Daytona Tortugas have shown resilience and determination in their recent games, despite facing challenges from the weather. As they move forward, fans can expect more exciting performances from this talented team.