Luis Martinez-Gomez leads Smokies to victory over Rocket City
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Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Knoxville Smokies defeated the Rocket City Trash Pandas 4-3 on July 24, 2026. Luis Martinez-Gomez pitched six strong innings, surrendering just two runs and striking out a career-high 12 batters. After losing the lead in the seventh inning, the Smokies rallied to reclaim it with a key solo home run from Carter Trice in the eighth. South Bend Cubs also achieved a close win, edging the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 9-8 in 11 innings, with Justin Stransky delivering the decisive hit. Meanwhile, the Myrtle Beach Pelicans split a doubleheader with the Hickory Crawdads, winning the first game 2-1 before falling in the second game, also 2-1.
- •Knoxville Smokies top Rocket City 4-3 with Martinez-Gomez's strong outing.
- •Carter Trice hit a crucial homer to secure the win.
- •South Bend Cubs won 9-8 in 11 innings against Wisconsin.
- •Myrtle Beach Pelicans split doubleheader, winning game one 2-1.
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs Minor League Wrap: Luis Martinez-Gomez shines in Smokies win
"The Smokies slip past Rocket City. The Pelicans split a doubleheader.
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