Zyhir Hope leads Tulsa Drillers to late comeback over Wind Surge

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Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Zyhir Hope leads Tulsa Drillers to late comeback over Wind Surge
Summary

The Tulsa Drillers staged a dramatic comeback, scoring seven runs in the eighth inning to defeat the Wind Surge 11-7 on July 3, 2026. Zyhir Hope had a standout performance with four hits, including a crucial RBI single that tied the game in the ninth. Jake Gelof provided the big blow with a grand slam later in the inning. The Drillers overcame an earlier deficit of 7-4, aided by strong relief pitching from Roque Gutierrez, who earned his sixth win of the season. Oklahoma City and Great Lakes also played on the same day, with various results reported across the minor league system.

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  • Drillers score seven unanswered runs in the eighth inning.
  • Zyhir Hope records four hits and ties game with an RBI single.
  • Jake Gelof hits a grand slam to secure the win.
  • Roque Gutierrez earns his sixth win with effective relief pitching.
  • Oklahoma City's loss extends their struggles in minor league play.
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  • 2:00 PMYahoo SportsZyhir does more than just Hope for a win
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Trailing late by multiple runs, the Drillers needed to be resilient, and they were, thanks in large part to Zyhir Hope

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