Young Stars Shine Brightly for New York Mets and Yankees in Somerset Clash
The future was on full display for the Yankees and Mets in a clash of Double-A clubs at TD Bank Ballpark in Somerset as the Mets Double-A affiliate, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, held off the Yankees Double-A club, the Somerset Patriots 9-7.
Jasson Dominguez, the Yankees’ number-one rated prospect, and Ben Rice, both enjoyed three-hit days while driving in a pair. Meanwhile, Elijah Dunham had a huge night for Somerset, recording a pair of hits and three RBI. Dunham’s RBI double in the bottom of the first gave Somerset a 1-0 lead.
Another day, another multi-hit, multi-RBI day for Jasson Dominguez👽🔥 pic.twitter.com/nZGBCdvCyg
— Somerset Patriots (@SOMPatriots) August 9, 2023
Dunham would add to his total with a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth to get Somerset a little closer at 9-7.
Elijah Dunham doing Elijah Dunham things🧀
— Somerset Patriots (@SOMPatriots) August 9, 2023
His second RBI double of the day puts the deficit to two runs! pic.twitter.com/g8EMgHQJqJ
Meanwhile, the newest members of the Mets shined in Somerset.
Drew Gilbert, whom the Mets acquired in the Justin Verlander trade, tallied three RBI on Tuesday. Two of those runs came in on a single in the top of the third inning that cut the Patriots lead in half at 4-2.
Gilbert drove in one more run on a Felder’s Choice in the eighth inning.
Down 4-0, the @RumblePoniesBB storm back with 5 runs led by an Luisangel Acuña double, Drew Gilbert single, JT Schwartz triple and Jeremiah Jackson single (1st in Mets Org.) Ponies lead 8-5 in the 7th #Mets #LGM #MetsTwitter @ernestdove @MiLBMetsMadness @bkfan09 @WexlerRules pic.twitter.com/1it42cmEtc
— Mets News and Links (@JohnFromAlbany) August 9, 2023
Moreover, Luisangel Acuna, whom the Mets got back in the Max Scherzer trade with Texas, had a single and walk, and scored twice in the Binghamton victory.
The Rumble Ponies found themselves behind 4-0 thanks to Ben Rice’s two-run double in the bottom of the third inning. That led to Drew Gilbert’s two-run double that sliced the Somerset lead in half.
Drew Gilbert continues his terrific start with the #Mets’ organization with a two-run single tonight.
— Metsmerized Online (@Metsmerized) August 8, 2023
Binghamton (Double-A) was down 4-0, but now lead 5-4.
JT Schwartz had a two-run triple & Jeremiah Jackson a run-scoring single.pic.twitter.com/enKuSygsc3
J.T. Schwartz’s two-run triple plated Gilbert and Rowdey Jordan, tying the game at four. Binghamton took the lead with Jeremiah Jackson’s RBI single, scoring Schwartz.
Finally, home runs by Binghamton’s Hayden Senger and Jaylen Palmer put the game out of the reach of Somerset.
The Patriots drop to 18-15 in the second half, while Binghamton improves to 17-16. Things are getting interesting in the East as Somerset, Binghamton, and Portland are all separated by a single game for first place.
Somerset is in the playoffs after winning the first-half title, so to make the playoffs, Binghamton will likely need to win the second-half title.
12 Of The Most Unique MLB Stadium Attractions
The Pool at Chase Field - Arizona Diamondbacks
Behind the outfield wall at Chase Field, there’s a pool area. From here, you can see the entire game. At the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, you can take in a National League West game while going for a swim. The area accommodates 35 people.
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The Green Monster Seats at Fenway Park - Boston Red Sox
You surely know all about the infamous Green Monster left field wall at Fenway Park, but did you know you can sit on top of it? There are 269 seats available for Red Sox ticket purchase. This area is a common spot for lucky fans to catch a home run ball.
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McCovey Cove at AT&T Park - San Francisco Giants
If you want to kayak up against the outfield wall of a picturesque stadium, McCovey Cove in San Francisco is your spot. While its common to see boats overshadowing right field, this is also a common spot for those looking to catch a memorable home run ball.
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The Ivy at Wrigley Field - Chicago Cubs
“There’s magic in the ivy and the old scoreboard,” Eddie Vedder sings in his Cubs tribute song “All The Way.” The legendary ivy covering the outfield walls at Wrigley might arguably be the most iconic ballpark look of all.
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Touch Tank at Tropicana Field - Tampa Bay Rays
A tank containing real live stingrays rests within the outfield of the stadium. This is a 35 foot, 10,000 gallon exhibit that is in partnership with the Florida Aquarium.
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The Bobblehead Museum at loanDepot Park - Miami Marlins
Along the main concourse in center field, there’s the Bobblehead Museum at loanDepot Park in Miami. This is the home of over 500 bobbleheads that are enclosed behind glass. While many of these are MLB and minor league players, a section includes entertainers and special giveaways the Marlins have done.
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The Fountains at Kauffman Stadium - Kansas City Royals
The city fountains are well represented at the home of the Royals. The fountains in outfield are 322 feet wide. They can change colors and offer a magnificent display. Select 200 level seats near the fountains can be purchased. There are eight programmed fountain shows, where 600 nozzles can launch into 150 combinations of effects.
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The Rockpile at Coors Field - Colorado Rockies
You can sit high above centerfield in Colorado. The Rockpile offers $4 select tickets. It’s a bleacher style seating, giving you a true Rocky Mountain feel.
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