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Knights Power Past Tides in Final Game of 2026
21 Sep
Summary
- Charlotte Knights ended their 2026 season with a 7-4 win over the Norfolk Tides.
- Four extra-base hits, including three home runs, fueled the Knights' offense.
- Peyton Pallette and Garrett Schoenle secured the win from the bullpen.
The Charlotte Knights secured a 7-4 victory over the Norfolk Tides, marking the final game of the 2026 White Sox affiliate season. The Knights' offense, generating 11 hits, overcame an early deficit with a six-run surge in the third and fourth innings. Power plays were crucial, with three home runs and a double making the difference.
Key offensive contributors included Junior Perez, who hit his eighth homer, and Korey Lee, who added his 17th. The Knights' bullpen, initially facing challenges, ultimately sealed the win. Jaden Woods earned his fourth win, while Peyton Pallette and Garrett Schoenle provided crucial relief, with Schoenle notching his fourth save.
This victory closes out the daily Minor League Update for 2026, with further coverage planned for the Arizona Fall League and year-end prospect features. The season wrap-ups and podcasts for each minor league club will be published soon.
