BOWIE, Md., May 28, 2025 — The Chesapeake Baysox, the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, opened a six-game homestand with a 4-1 loss to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Mets, on May 27, 2025, at Prince George’s Stadium. The Baysox struggled offensively, managing just two hits, while Binghamton’s pitching and a key three-run inning secured the victory.
The Baysox’s offense was stifled by a dominant performance from Binghamton’s pitchers. Joshua Cornielly set the tone as the opener, retiring all six batters he faced across two innings, including three strikeouts. Irving Cota, making his Double-A debut, followed with five innings, using only 57 pitches to strike out five and earn the win. The Rumble Ponies’ staff allowed just one run on two hits over nine innings, showcasing their depth and control.
Binghamton took control in the third inning, scoring three runs to build a lead that proved decisive. Kevin Parada ignited the rally with his fourth home run of the season, a solo shot to left field. Nick Morabito followed with an RBI single to right, driving in another run, and Ryan Clifford scored on a fielder’s choice, making it 3-0. The Rumble Ponies added an insurance run in the seventh when Alex Ramirez walked, stole second and third, and scored on a sacrifice fly by Morabito, his second RBI of the night.
The Baysox’s lone run came in the ninth inning when Enrique Bradfield Jr. reached base and scored on a wild pitch, offering a small consolation for the home crowd. Doug Hodo provided the team’s only hit to the outfield with a single in the fifth, but Chesapeake could not mount a comeback, finishing with just two hits.
Despite the offensive struggles, the Baysox’s pitching kept them competitive outside of the third inning. Starter Preston Johnson retired the first six batters he faced before allowing three runs in the third. Christian Herberholz, in his Double-A debut, delivered three shutout innings in relief, allowing only two base runners and striking out three, giving the Baysox a chance to stay in the game.
The loss drops the Baysox to 23-22, while the first-place Rumble Ponies improve to 28-17 in the Eastern League standings. The game, attended by fans at Prince George’s Stadium, marked the start of a critical series for both teams as they vie for position in the competitive Double-A landscape.
The Chesapeake Baysox, based in Bowie, Maryland, are in their 33rd season as a Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. The team plays a 138-game schedule in the Eastern League, facing opponents like the Rumble Ponies, who are affiliated with the New York Mets. The Baysox’s home games at Prince George’s Stadium draw local fans eager to support the Orioles’ future stars.
The series continues on May 28, 2025, at 6:35 p.m., with Trace Bright taking the mound for the Baysox against Joander Suarez for the Rumble Ponies. Fans can purchase tickets for the game at AXS.com. With five games remaining in the series, the Baysox have opportunities to rebound and challenge the league-leading Rumble Ponies. An improved offensive performance will be crucial for Chesapeake to even the series and regain momentum at home.
Key Game Statistics Chesapeake Baysox Binghamton Rumble Ponies Final Score 1 4 Hits 2 Not specified Key Players Bradfield Jr. (1 run), Hodo (1 hit) Parada (HR), Morabito (2 RBIs), Cota (5 IP, 5 K) Pitching Highlights Johnson (6 outs, 3 R in 3rd), Herberholz (3 IP, 0 R, 3 K) Cornielly (2 IP, 3 K), Cota (5 IP, 5 K)
