M-Braves shut out by Biscuits in series opener on Saturday
PEARL, MS - The Mississippi Braves (7-7) hit into three double plays over the first four innings on Saturday night and couldn't crack the scoreboard in a 5-0 series-opening loss to the Montgomery Biscuits (9-6) at Trustmark Park.
PEARL, MS - The Mississippi Braves (7-7) hit into three double plays over the first four innings on Saturday night and couldn't crack the scoreboard in a 5-0 series-opening loss to the Montgomery Biscuits (9-6) at Trustmark Park.
The M-Braves entered play on Saturday as the league-leader in extra-base hits and the home team collected three more to push their total to 43 through 14 games.
The game remained 1-0 until the eighth inning with Mississippi having scoring chances in fourth, fifth and seventh. Their starter
The M-Braves stranded eight on base and went 1-for-9 with runners in scoring position in the 5-0 loss.
The M-Braves and Montgomery Biscuits will meet for an Easter Matinee on Sunday. LHP
Sunday's Promotions:
Easter Egg Hunt - Bring your basket and enjoy a pre-game Easter Egg Hunt on the field and take home great Mississippi Braves prizes! The Easter Egg Hunt starts at 12:20.
Mugshots Sunday FamilyFest Sunday - Take advantage of a ticket deal and bring out the entire family. Receive (1) Dugout Level seat, (1) hot dog, (1) 16 oz fountain soda, (1) small popcorn, (1) M-Braves cap, and (1) FREE Fun Zone wristband FOR ONLY $18. Additional tickets with extras are $18 each. (AVAILABLE AT THE BOX OFFICE ONLY)
Live Petting Zoo - The first five Sunday games will feature a live Petting Zoo, courtesy of Green Top Acres that will include mini-horses, goats, sheep and of course, bunny rabbits!
Kids Run The Bases - After each Friday and Sunday home game, kids 14-and-under are invited to come run the bases like the pros after the game!
The homestand continues back-to-back 10:35 am games on Monday and Tuesday and the series will wrap up with a First Responders Wednesday on April 24 with first pitch at 6:35 pm.
For tickets visit mississippibraves.com/tickets or call 888-BRAVES4!