Missions Drop Sunday Night Doubleheader 

SAN ANTONIO – The Missions fell victim to their second seven-inning no-hitter in game one against Amarillo. The Missions also dropped game two against the Sod Poodles after blowing a 1-0 lead.

In game one, it was Brett Kennedy against Luis Frias and Frias dominated for seven innings.

Frias completed the seven-inning no-hitter while allowing one baserunner on a walk to Kelvin Melean. Amarillo previously no-hit the Missions on July 11th. Frias struck out six batters during his seven-inning performance.

Kennedy made his first appearance with San Antonio since 2017. The right-hander allowed one earned run in four innings of work.

Buddy Kennedy hit a solo home run for the Sod Poodles in the fourth inning to give them a 1-0 lead. In the fifth inning, Dominic Fletcher hit a two-run homer to increase their lead to 3-0. Alek Thomas left the yard for a solo home run in the sixth inning to make it a 4-0 lead.

In game two, it was Matt Waldron against Tyler Holton. The Missions gained an early lead in the first inning.

With one out, Esteury Ruiz hit a double down the left-field line. Jose Azocar drove him in with an RBI single. The Missions took an early 1-0 lead.

After four scoreless innings, Amarillo tied the game in the bottom of the fifth inning. The Sod Poodles loaded the bases after two singles and a walk. Dominic Miroglio tied the game with a sacrifice fly.

Amarillo took the lead in the bottom of the sixth inning. Jancarlos Cintron began the inning with a single and advanced to second on a balk. After two outs and a walk, Dominic Canzone gave Amarillo the lead with an RBI single.

Matt Waldron recorded the loss after recording a complete game. Waldron allowed two earned runs in six innings of work while allowing six hits.

Post-Game Notes

• With the doubleheader sweep, San Antonio falls to 37-40 on the season
• Eguy Rosario (#18 Padres prospect): 0-6, 2 K
• 2nd time being no-hit against Amarillo, both in seven innings

The Missions have a scheduled day off on Monday before beginning a six game homestand against the Corpus Christi Hooks on Tuesday, August 3rd. The pitching matchups have yet to be determined. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. on Tuesday.

The San Antonio Missions are the Double-A affiliate for the San Diego Padres. This is the 115th professional season for the San Antonio Missions. Tickets are on sale now at the Wolff Stadium Box Office or online at samissions.com. Season seat memberships are available now by calling 210-675-PARK (7275).

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