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Springfield stranded runners in Texas League title loss to Amarillo

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Springfield stranded runners in Texas League title loss to Amarillo

Summary

Springfield Cardinals lost 6-4 to Amarillo in Game 3 of the Texas League championship on September 23. Despite strong performances from Rainiel Rodriguez, who hit a two-run homer, and Liam Doyle, who allowed no earned runs through five innings, Springfield's bullpen gave up five late runs. The team stranded 10 runners and went 1 for 12 with runners in scoring position, leading to their elimination after winning Game 1 but losing the final two games. Amarillo’s late offensive surge sealed the championship victory.

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By the Numbers

•Springfield lost to Amarillo 6-4 in Texas League championship Game 3.
•Rodriguez hit a two-run homer and went 2 for 3.
•Doyle pitched five innings, allowing one unearned run.
•Springfield stranded 10 runners and went 1 for 12 with RISP.
•Amarillo scored five runs late to rally for the win.

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3:13 AMYahoo Sports — Springfield's Stars Shine, But Bullpen, Errors and Missed Chances Cost it Texas League Title

What they're saying

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Rainiel Rodriguez and Liam Doyle, the top two prospects in the St. Louis Cardinals Minor League system, came through in big ways in Wednesday's must-win Game 3, but the bullpen allowed five runs, and Springfield stranded 10 runners in a 6-4 loss to Amarillo.
— Yahoo Sports

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