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Jesús Báez's walk-off home run lifts Double-A Springfield in Game 1

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Jesús Báez's walk-off home run lifts Double-A Springfield in Game 1

Summary

Jesús Báez hit a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth to lead Double-A Springfield to a 9-7 victory over Tulsa in Game 1 of the Texas League North Division playoff series on September 16. The Cardinals rallied from three deficits: 3-0, 5-4, and 7-5. Báez contributed significantly with three hits, three RBIs, and two runs scored, highlighting his breakout season where he has now accumulated 40 home runs. Randel Clemente and Cade McGee also made key contributions with strong performances. The best-of-three series continues with Game 2 scheduled for Thursday, featuring Liam Doyle as the starting pitcher for Springfield.

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By the Numbers

•Springfield hit three home runs in the game.
•Báez's 430-foot homer sealed the victory.
•Springfield scored nine runs after trailing at several points.
•Cade McGee tied the game with a two-run home run in the eighth.
•Game 2 is set for Thursday with Liam Doyle starting.

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6:08 AMYahoo Sports — Double-A Springfield Rallies Three Times, Wins Game 1 on Jesús Báez's 40th HR

What they're saying

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Jesús Báez hit his 40th home run of the season in walk-off fashion to put Double-A Springfield within one victory of a Texas League North Division playoff series win. Springfield hit three homers and beat Tulsa 9-7 in Game 1 of the best-of-three playoff series.
— Yahoo Sports

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