The Wisconsin Timber Rattlers showcased resilience over the weekend in Midland, Michigan, as they split their games against the Great Lakes Loons. On Saturday, the Rattlers emerged victorious with an 11-4 win, marking their third win in the series against the Loons, who currently hold the best record in the Midwest League.

Andrew Fischer was a standout for the Rattlers, contributing significantly with three hits, including a crucial two-run homer in the ninth inning. His performance was instrumental in the Rattlers’ 14-hit offensive display, despite the challenging weather conditions.

The game began with the Loons taking an early lead in the first inning, but the Rattlers quickly responded in the second inning. Key hits from Juan Baez, Tayden Hall, and Luiyin Alastre propelled the Rattlers to a 4-1 lead. The Rattlers continued to build on their lead with contributions from Josiah Ragsdale and Fischer.

Despite the Loons’ efforts to close the gap, including a home run by Jose Meza and an RBI double by Kole Myers, the Rattlers maintained their lead. Bjorn Johnson played a crucial role in relief, striking out key batters to preserve the Rattlers’ advantage.

In the ninth inning, the Rattlers extended their lead further, with Fischer’s home run and additional runs from Baez and others, solidifying their victory. Johnson secured the win with his second save of the season.

Friday’s game saw the Rattlers take an early lead, but the Loons’ offense proved too strong, resulting in a 13-4 loss for Wisconsin. Despite the loss, Fischer’s early home run highlighted his consistent performance throughout the weekend.

Looking Ahead

The series concludes on Sunday with a rematch of the pitching lineup from game one. Wande Torres is set to start for the Timber Rattlers, while Sterling Patick will take the mound for the Loons. The game is scheduled for 12:05 PM CDT at Dow Diamond.

Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.