West Michigan Whitecaps set franchise record with seven home runs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
On August 5, 2026, the West Michigan Whitecaps achieved a franchise record by hitting seven home runs in an 11-1 victory against the Fort Wayne TinCaps. Bryce Rainer, Jackson Strong, and Juan Hernandez each contributed with homers, while Ben Jacobs pitched 5.2 innings, allowing one run and recording five strikeouts. The Whitecaps took a commanding lead early, with Rainer's solo home run setting the tone. Following this victory, the Whitecaps continue their season with upcoming matchups.
- •West Michigan Whitecaps win 11-1 against Fort Wayne TinCaps
- •Whitecaps hit a franchise record seven home runs
- •Ben Jacobs allows one run in 5.2 innings pitched
- •Bryce Rainer and Jackson Strong each hit solo home runs
- •Juan Hernandez contributes with a three-run homer
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Whitecaps hit a franchise record seven home runs
"Scores, news, and notes, from around the Detroit Tigers’ farm system for Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
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