Biscuits rally to beat Pandas in extras again on Sunday
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (4-10) suffered their third one-run loss and fifth defeat of the week against the Montgomery Biscuits (9-5) on Sunday afternoon, falling 5-4 in 10 innings. This extra-inning game marked the third in the week and fourth in 14 games for the Pandas.
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Rocket City Trash Pandas (4-10) suffered their third one-run loss and fifth defeat of the week against the Montgomery Biscuits (9-5) on Sunday afternoon, falling 5-4 in 10 innings. This extra-inning game marked the third in the week and fourth in 14 games for the Pandas.
Montgomery struck first in the bottom of the first inning when Matthew Etzel launched a home run off the fourth pitch of the game from Joel Hurtado, sending the ball off the batter's eye in center field. The Biscuits extended their lead to 2-0 with another home run, this time from Cooper Kinney, in the bottom of the third inning.
The Trash Pandas placed four runners on base during the first three innings but did not score until the fourth. Travis Blankenhorn and Sam Brown hit singles to start the inning, and Caleb Ketchup followed with a bunt single down the third base line to load the bases. Montgomery's starter, Duncan Davitt, recorded a strikeout but allowed a run-scoring groundout from Josh Crouch, which brought Blankenhorn home and cut the lead to 2-1.
In his second start of the series, Davitt pitched 4.0 innings, giving up one run on six hits, walking one batter, and striking out six. Over his two starts against the Trash Pandas, he allowed only one run in 10.0 innings, with two walks and 16 strikeouts.
TJ Fondtain took over for Davitt in the fifth inning, during which the Trash Pandas loaded the bases thanks to a single by Nelson Rada, a hit by pitch of Fontenelle, and a walk to Blankenhorn. However, Fondtain retired the next two batters, and the Pandas left nine runners on base by the end of the fifth inning.
After the Biscuits took a 3-1 lead in the fifth inning, the Trash Pandas surged ahead 4-3 in the sixth against Montgomery reliever Cole Wilcox. Tucker Flint drew a walk, and Crouch hit a double, placing two runners on base. Christian Moore hit a groundout that scored Flint. Rada reached on a fielder's choice when the Biscuits got the lead runner, Crouch, out at third base for the second out. Denzer Guzman put Rocket City in front with a two-run home run to straightaway center field, just over the glove of Montgomery center fielder Colton Ledbetter. The homer was Guzman's third on the year and stretched his team-best on-base streak to eight games.
Hurtado delivered the first quality start for the Trash Pandas, allowing three runs on six hits over 6.0 innings while walking one and striking out five batters. The 24-year-old had to settle for a no-decision but boasts a 2.51 ERA over his first three starts.
Montgomery tied the game at 4-4 in the eighth inning when Kinney reached base on a weak infield single. Jared Southard then walked the next two Biscuits batters to load the bases. Rocket City manager Andy Schatzley called in Jose Fermin to pitch, and although Fermin retired the next three batters, Will Simpson managed to tie the game with a sacrifice fly to center field.
The Biscuits and Pandas found themselves in an extra-inning situation for the third time in the series. In the top of the tenth inning, Caleb Ketchup, the designated runner, was caught stealing at third on the first pitch. Reliever Dan Hammer (W, 1-0) went on to retire the next two Trash Pandas batters to keep the game tied. In the bottom of the inning, Kelvin Caceras (L, 0-2) surrendered a bases-loaded single to Ledbetter, allowing Etzel to score the game-winning run in a walk-off fashion, sealing the victory at 5-4.
The Trash Pandas will return to Toyota Field on Tuesday night to kick off a six-game homestand against the Birmingham Barons. The first pitch is scheduled for 6:05 pm, with gates opening at 5:00 pm.
Tuesday's Promotions:
- Caden Dana Bobblehead Giveaway: The first 1,500 adults 18 and over receive a Caden Dana bobblehead featuring real flowing blonde hair, presented by SportsMed.
- Huntsville Navy Week: The Trash Pandas honor the Navy with a pregame Hometown Sailors presentation and the National Anthem performed by the Navy Band Southeast Brass Quartet.
- Reeds Jewelers Ladies Night: Women in attendance can enter to win prizes all game long at the Sun Cruiser Guest Services booth behind Section 5. Additionally, canned wine will be available for $5 for all fans 21 and older.
The second homestand for the Rocket City Trash Pandas runs through Sunday, April 27, against the Birmingham Barons at Toyota Field. Wednesday is another Education Day Matinee with a special 11:05 am first pitch. Thursday is Comic and Pop Culture Night, presented by Storm Guard Roofing, and includes appearances by Priscilla Presley, George Newbern, and Walter Jones. Friday is another spectacular Post-Game Fireworks Show! The weekend will feature special appearances from the ZOOperstars! on Saturday, April 26, and Bluey on Sunday, April 27.
Tickets are available starting at just $8 for general admission and $16 for field-level seats. They can be purchased online at tptix.com. Fans can also purchase tickets in person during regular business hours at the Wicks Family Foundation Box Office or by calling 256-325-1403, option 1. Fans can book their group outings for the 2025 season by visiting trashpandasgroups.com or by calling the group sales department directly at (256) 325-1403, option 2. 20-game mini-plans are also available at tptix.com.
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