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Fabian's Power Fuels Tides to Dominant Win
11 Sep
Summary
- Jud Fabian hit two home runs, contributing three RBIs and three runs scored.
- Félix Bautista continues strong rehab with scoreless inning and 97.9 MPH velocity.
- The Frederick Keys' late rally fell short in a crucial South Atlantic League playoff game.
The Norfolk Tides defeated the Memphis Redbirds 9-2, largely thanks to a stellar performance from Jud Fabian. Fabian blasted a solo home run in the first inning and a two-run shot in the sixth, finishing 3-for-4 with three RBIs and three runs scored. Creed Willems and Payton Eeles also contributed multi-hit games for the Tides.
Félix Bautista continued his rehabilitation assignment, pitching another scoreless inning and maintaining an impressive 1.59 ERA during his stint. His velocity was clocked at 97.9 MPH, raising hopes for his return to Baltimore this season.
In Double-A, the Chesapeake Baysox defeated the Richmond Flying Squirrels 8-2. Anthony Eyanson delivered a strong performance, striking out six over four innings in what was his final outing of the season, impressing scouts with his potential for 2027.
The High-A Frederick Keys faced a tough loss against the Greensboro Grasshoppers, falling 5-3. Despite scoring three runs in the bottom of the ninth, Frederick's rally was cut short. The series will now be decided in a Game 3. The Keys offense will look to regroup for the pivotal game.
