Jefferson Rojas homers as Smokies defeat Barons 7-4 in Minor League action
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 11:46 PM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
The Knoxville Smokies triumphed over the Birmingham Barons 7-4 on June 2, 2026, with a standout performance from Jefferson Rojas. Rojas hit a two-run home run, marking his ninth home run of the season and third in two days. Brooks Caple earned the win with five innings pitched, allowing three runs. The Smokies are now tied for first place in the Southern League North Division. In another matchup, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans fell to the Charleston RiverDogs 5-4 after a strong start by Pierce Coppola. Jacob Hunsaker took the loss for the Pelicans after giving up three runs in the late innings. Rainouts impacted both the Iowa Cubs and South Bend Cubs, affecting their schedules.
- •Jefferson Rojas hits a two-run home run for the Smokies.
- •Brooks Caple earns the win, allowing three runs in five innings.
- •The Smokies improve to a tie for first in the Southern League North.
- •Myrtle Beach Pelicans lose to the Charleston RiverDogs 5-4.
- •Iowa Cubs and South Bend Cubs games rained out.
- 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Cubs Minor League Wrap: Jefferson Rojas homers again
"The Smokies blow past the Barons. The Pelicans fall late.
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