San Diego Makos Take Series Over Fort Worth Bulls in Thrilling Fashion

 

Fort Worth, TX - The San Diego Makos secured a series victory over the Fort Worth Bulls, winning two out of three games in a thrilling set. The series was marked by excellent performances from both teams, culminating in a dramatic walk-off home run by Paul Moody for the Bulls in the final game.

 

Game 1: San Diego Makos 7, Fort Worth Bulls 3

 

The series opener saw the Makos take an early lead and never look back. In the top of the 1st inning, I. Braddock singled and later scored on an error by the Bulls' center fielder P. Moody. The Makos continued to add to their lead with a solo home run by I. Braddock and another by M. Lawson in the top of the 3rd inning, pushing the score to 3-0.

 

The Bulls tried to rally, scoring in the 4th and 5th innings, but the Makos' offense was relentless. A three-run 5th inning, highlighted by a two-run double by R. Jackson, extended San Diego's lead to 7-1. Despite a solo home run by D. Bryant and a late push by the Bulls, the Makos' pitcher J. Hoobs went the distance, striking out 10 and securing a 7-3 victory.

 

San Diego Makos Batting Stats:

• I. Braddock: 5 AB, 2 R, 2 H, 1 HR, 2 SO, .400 AVG, 1.000 SLG
• M. Lawson: 4 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .750 AVG, 1.500 SLG
• D. Shipley: 4 AB, 2 R, 1 H, 1 2B, 2 SO, .250 AVG, .500 SLG
• A. Sanderson: 4 AB, 1 R, 1 H, 1 SO, .250 AVG, .250 SLG
• R. Jackson: 3 AB, 2 H, 2 RBI, 1 BB, .667 AVG, 1.000 SLG

 

Fort Worth Bulls Batting Stats:

• P. Moody: 5 AB, 2 H, 1 RBI, 1 SO, .400 AVG, .400 SLG
• L. Ramey: 4 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 1 HR, .750 AVG, 1.500 SLG
• D. Bryant: 3 AB, 1 R, 1 H, 1 HR, 1 RBI, 1 SO, .333 AVG, 1.333 SLG

 

Box Score:

• San Diego Makos: 7 runs, 9 hits, 0 errors
• Fort Worth Bulls: 3 runs, 10 hits, 1 error

 

Game 2: San Diego Makos 10, Fort Worth Bulls 2

 

Game 2 was a dominant display by the Makos, who scored early and often. The Makos broke the game open in the 4th inning with a string of singles and walks, scoring three runs. They followed up with a five-run 5th inning, with J. Slaterly and R. Jackson contributing crucial hits.

 

The Bulls' defense faltered, committing three errors, and their offense couldn't keep pace. A. Heald pitched seven shutout innings for the Makos, striking out 10. Late home runs by L. Ramey and P. Carmona provided some consolation for the Bulls, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Makos' offensive onslaught.

 

San Diego Makos Batting Stats:

• K. Bordon: 4 AB, 3 R, 3 H, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .750 AVG, 1.500 SLG
• I. Braddock: 6 AB, 1 H, 1 SO, .167 AVG, .167 SLG
• M. Lawson: 5 AB, 1 H, 1 RBI, 1 SO, .200 AVG, .200 SLG
• J. Slaterly: 4 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 3 RBI, .750 AVG, .750 SLG
• R. Jackson: 5 AB, 1 R, 2 H, 1 2B, 3 RBI, .400 AVG, .600 SLG

 

Fort Worth Bulls Batting Stats:

• P. Moody: 4 AB, 1 H, 3 SO, .250 AVG, .500 SLG
• L. Ramey: 4 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 1 2B, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .750 AVG, 1.750 SLG
• P. Carmona: 4 AB, 1 R, 2 H, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .500 AVG, 1.250 SLG

 

Box Score:

• San Diego Makos: 10 runs, 15 hits, 0 errors
• Fort Worth Bulls: 2 runs, 9 hits, 3 errors

 

Game 3: Fort Worth Bulls 8, San Diego Makos 7

 

The final game of the series was a nail-biter that featured several lead changes and a dramatic finish. The Bulls took an early 1-0 lead in the 1st inning when P. Moody singled, stole second, and scored on a groundout by D. Bryant. They extended their lead to 3-0 in the 3rd inning with an RBI single by L. Ramey and a bases-loaded walk.

 

The Makos fought back, tying the game at 3-3 in the top of the 6th inning with a two-run double by R. Jackson. In the 7th inning, the Makos surged ahead, scoring four runs to take a 7-6 lead, highlighted by a two-run double by R. Jackson. However, the Bulls responded in the bottom half with a solo home run by L. Ramey to tie the game at 7-7.

 

In the bottom of the 9th, with the score tied, Paul Moody stepped up and delivered a walk-off home run to center field, giving the Bulls an 8-7 victory and their only win of the series.

 

San Diego Makos Batting Stats:

• K. Bordon: 5 AB, 2 R, 3 H, 1 SO, .600 AVG, .600 SLG
• M. Lawson: 6 AB, 3 SO, .000 AVG, .000 SLG
• R. Jackson: 3 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 1 2B, 2 RBI, 2 BB, 1 SB, 1.000 AVG, 1.333 SLG
• J. Slaterly: 5 AB, 3 H, 1 RBI, .600 AVG, .600 SLG
• S. Barkley: 5 AB, 1 R, 3 H, 2 2B, .600 AVG, 1.000 SLG

 

Fort Worth Bulls Batting Stats:

• P. Moody: 5 AB, 2 R, 4 H, 1 2B, 1 HR, 3 RBI, 1 SO, 1 SB, .800 AVG, 1.600 SLG
• L. Ramey: 4 AB, 1 R, 2 H, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .500 AVG, 1.250 SLG
• R. Bartlett: 4 AB, 1 R, 1 H, 1 2B, 1 RBI, .250 AVG, .500 SLG
• R. Simmons: 3 AB, 1 R, 2 H, 1 RBI, 1 BB, .667 AVG, .667 SLG

 

Box Score:

• San Diego Makos: 7 runs, 16 hits, 0 errors
• Fort Worth Bulls: 8 runs, 11 hits, 0 errors

 

Series MVP: Ryan Jackson

 

Ryan Jackson of the San Diego Makos was named the series MVP. Jackson was instrumental in the Makos' victories, hitting .667 with a 1.000 slugging percentage. He had several key hits, including multiple doubles that drove in crucial runs, solidifying his impact on the series.

 

The series between the San Diego Makos and the Fort Worth Bulls showcased the unpredictability and excitement of baseball. While the Makos won the series, the Bulls showed resilience, highlighted by Paul Moody's memorable walk-off home run in the final game.