Palm Beach Defeated by Bradenton 3-1 in 10 Innings Tuesday Night
JUPITER, FL – After leading through the first eight innings of the game, the Palm Beach Cardinals (56-39, 19-10) fell in 10 innings to the Bradenton Marauders (41-56, 12-19) by a final score of 3-1 on in the series opener on Tuesday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Dating back
JUPITER, FL – After leading through the first eight innings of the game, the Palm Beach Cardinals (56-39, 19-10) fell in 10 innings to the Bradenton Marauders (41-56, 12-19) by a final score of 3-1 on in the series opener on Tuesday night at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Dating back to 2022, Palm Beach has lost eight-straight games to Bradenton with the last win being May 22, 2022.
In the first home game since the All-Star break, the Cardinals would score the game's first run in the bottom of the third inning off of Bradenton starting pitcher Carlos Jimenez. With one out, Sammy Hernandez reached on an infield single. Later in the inning with two outs, Hernandez advanced to second base on a passed ball. Jose Suarez would hit a ground-rule RBI double to score Hernandez and give Palm Beach the early 1-0 lead.
Meanwhile, Palm Beach starting pitcher Jason Savacool was in cruise control for his 15th start of the season. Savacool finished with six scoreless innings and allowed just four hits and two walks while striking out six batters and settled for a no-decision.
The ballgame settled down for both offenses as neither team could get a runner across home plate in the seventh and eighth innings.
However, in the top of the ninth inning, the Marauders lived up to their nickname. Luis Gastelum (BS, 2) went out for his third inning of relief and Esmerlyn Valdez would lead off the frame with a solo home run to immediately tie the game at 1-1.
After the Cardinals were retired 1-2-3 in the bottom of the ninth, Bradenton went back to work on offense in extra innings. Angel Cuenca (L, 3-2) came out of the Palm Beach bullpen to pitch the 10th inning. With the placed-runner at second base, Javier Rivas hit a two-run home run to left field to put the Marauders ahead for the first time in the game and led 3-1. The Cardinals had no further answer at the plate and fell by a final score of 3-1 to open the series.
The St. Louis Cardinals organization made several transactions throughout the system today, including activating 2024 first-round pick JJ Wetherholt who finished his professional debut by going 1-for-2 with a single and a walk while making a couple of plays at shortstop.
The Cardinals and Marauders will conclude the month of July with game two of the series on Wednesday, July 31st with first pitch scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Click here to purchase your tickets.
UPCOMING PROMOTIONS AT ROGER DEAN CHEVROLET STADIUM**:**
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Back to School Night: Parents, bring your kids to the ballpark for “Back to School Night” presented by FPL on Saturday, August 3rd when the Palm Beach Cardinals host the Bradenton Marauders at 6:00 p.m. The first 500 kids will receive a Cardinals backpack and be sure to get to the ballpark early to get your school supplies throughout the concourse.
Noble Meyer/Masyn Winn Bobblehead Giveaways: You won’t want to miss out on two limited-edition collectors’ items. On Saturday, August 10th, the Jupiter Hammerheads host the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels at 6:00 p.m. where the first 500 fans will receive a mini Noble Meyer bobblehead presented by Gordon and Partners. On Saturday, August 31st, the Palm Beach Cardinals host the Daytona Tortugas at 6:00 p.m. where the first 500 fans will receive a mini Masyn Winn bobblehead presented by Window Gang. Fans have the option of purchasing a guaranteed bobblehead package for $40 by clicking here which gets you both mini bobbleheads and a reserved box ticket to both games. Visit the ticket office or call Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for more information.
Women Run the Diamond: Come to Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for “Women Run the Diamond Night” on Saturday, August 17th when the Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals take the field at 6:00 p.m. There will be a women expo beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a chance to meet-and-greet women throughout the game and industry. Nominate women of the community by going to rogerdeanchevroletstadium.com/women-run-the-diamond with six winners being selected to be recognized before the game and treated to a suite and behind-the-scenes tour.
Baseball and Brews: Combine beer and baseball for “Baseball and Brews Night” presented by Southern Eagle Distributing on Saturday, August 24th when the Jupiter Hammerheads host the Daytona Tortugas at 6:00 p.m. With a special $30 ticket ($35 at the gate), it includes admittance to the craft beer tasting event from 5:00-7:00 p.m., souvenir tasting mug, and a seat at the game. Plus, there will be fireworks after the game.
Dog Day: Be sure to bring your dog to Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium for the final “Dog Day” of 2024 on Friday, August 30th when the Palm Beach Cardinals host the Daytona Tortugas at 6:30 p.m. All dogs get in free if their owners have a game ticket.
Dollar Night: End the season on a night dedicated to dollar deals and baseball for “Dollar Night” at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium on Saturday, September 7th at 6:00 p.m. when the Palm Beach Cardinals and the Jupiter Hammerheads hit the diamond.
About Jupiter Stadium, LTD:
Opening in 1998, the 110-acre complex/stadium is specially designed to house two Major League and two Minor League Baseball Teams. The stadium is home to the Miami Marlins and the St. Louis Cardinals for Spring Training. The Florida State League’s Jupiter Hammerheads (Class A Affiliate of the Miami Marlins) and Palm Beach Cardinals (Class A Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals) make their home at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium from April through September. This year-round facility can accommodate the smallest birthday party to the largest corporate outing, while never forgetting that each and every fan is our most important product.