Tampa Tarpons clinch playoff spot with 14-3 win over Jupiter
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Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Low-A Tampa Tarpons secured a playoff spot on August 28, 2026, after defeating the Jupiter Hammerheads 14-3. The Tarpons excelled in a commanding performance, highlighted by Tyce Armstrong's five RBIs and a solid pitching outing from J.T. Etheridge. The team capitalized on their speed, going 9-for-10 on stolen bases. This victory secured the second-half Florida State League West division title for Tampa. Several other Yankees affiliates, including the Triple-A Scranton RailRiders and Double-A Somerset Patriots, also recorded wins on the same day.
- •Tampa Tarpons win 14-3 against Jupiter Hammerheads.
- •Tyce Armstrong hits a home run with five RBIs.
- •J.T. Etheridge pitches six scoreless innings.
- •Tarpons stole nine bases in the game.
- •Other Yankees affiliates also win on August 28.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees prospects: Tampa Tarpons clinch playoff spot with blowout win
"Recapping the Yankees’ minor league affiliates’ results from August 28th.
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