Tortugas Pull Off Stunning Comeback to Edge Mighty Mussels 7-6!
Alfredo Alcantara leads Daytona Tortugas to a thrilling 7-6 comeback win over Fort Myers at Jackie Robinson Ballpark.
Tortugas Pull Off Stunning Comeback to Edge Mighty Mussels 7-6!
The buzz around Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach, Florida, is palpable following an exhilarating showdown between the Daytona Tortugas and the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels. Last night’s dramatic game ended in a nail-biting 7-6 victory for the Tortugas, thanks to Alfredo Alcantara’s clutch two-run double in the eighth inning. This win not only capped off a fantastic five-run comeback but also marked Daytona’s third consecutive victory, lifting their record to 21-23 in the second half of the season and 50-59 overall. In contrast, Fort Myers now stands at 18-24 in the second half and 45-61 on the season, unable to secure their fourth straight win against the Tortugas.
The Mighty Mussels set the tone early with a powerful three-run homer from Yasser Mercedes in the first inning. The Tortugas found themselves in a tough spot as they struggled against Fort Myers‘ starter, Jason Doktorczyk, who impressed by retiring the first nine batters and racking up eight strikeouts in just six long innings. After facing such a daunting challenge, Daytona managed to score their first run in the fifth inning, courtesy of a home run by Bernard Moon, but the Mussels extended their lead to 6-1 with a two-run single from Demeury Pena in the sixth.
Turning the Tide
The victory was secured by Mike Villani, who pitched two perfect innings, marking his first professional victory. Fans cheering from the stands at Jackie Robinson Ballpark were surely on their feet, riding the wave of excitement that swept through the stadium as their team triumphed.