FRISCO, Texas (August 2, 2025) — The Frisco RoughRiders, suiting up as the Frisco Corny Dogs for their summer weekend promotion, continue their six-game series against the San Antonio Missions tonight at 7:05 p.m. from Riders Field. The Corny Dogs, riding high after a 3-1 victory on Friday night, will send right-hander Jose Corniell (0-1, 0.00 ERA) to the mound, while San Antonio counters with right-hander Eric Yost (0-0, -.–) in what promises to be a pivotal fifth game of the series.

Frisco enters the matchup at 12-19 in the second half (50-49 overall), while San Antonio sits at 14-17 in the second half (53-47 overall). With both teams battling for position in the Texas League South Division, each contest down the stretch carries added weight.

Corny Dogs Find Their Groove

On Friday night, the Corny Dogs turned to timely hitting and shutdown pitching to even the series. After falling behind early on a bases-loaded walk to San Antonio’s Francisco Acuña in the third, Frisco clawed back. In the fifth, Abimelec Ortiz delivered a clutch RBI single to tie the game, continuing his strong stretch at the plate. The following inning, Ian Moller doubled home the go-ahead run and later crossed the plate on a wild pitch, giving Frisco the 3-1 advantage that held until the final out.

The bullpen once again proved reliable, with Gerardo Carrillo slamming the door in the ninth to secure his fourth save of the season. Ryan Lobus (3-3) earned the win with steady relief, while Joey Danielson recorded his first Double-A hold. Starter David Davalillo set the tone, working 5.2 innings while striking out four and allowing just one earned run, marking his longest outing since joining the RoughRiders.

Spotlight on Jose Corniell

Frisco turns tonight to Jose Corniell, the 20-year-old right-hander regarded as one of the organization’s promising young arms. While Corniell enters with an 0-1 record, his spotless ERA demonstrates his ability to navigate tough lineups effectively. Known for his sharp fastball-slider combination, Corniell will look to give the Corny Dogs both length and consistency in what could be a tightly contested affair.

The challenge will be keeping the Missions’ contact hitters off the bases. San Antonio has thrived on situational hitting throughout the season, often pressuring opponents with aggressive at-bats and forcing pitchers to work deep into counts.

Missions Counter with Yost

On the other side, the Missions will hand the ball to Eric Yost, who is set to make his first appearance of the series. The right-hander has limited Double-A exposure, but the Padres affiliate is eager to see how he handles the Frisco lineup in a critical spot. Yost will aim to give San Antonio innings after the bullpen was forced to cover significant ground Friday night.

Keys to the Game

• Early Offense for Frisco: The Corny Dogs have found themselves playing from behind in several games this series. Getting early run support for Corniell will be essential.

• Discipline at the Plate: Both teams feature pitchers who can work the corners. Avoiding strikeouts and capitalizing on mistakes could swing the momentum.

• Bullpen Execution: With both clubs showcasing strong relief arms, the late innings could decide the outcome.

What’s at Stake

San Antonio currently holds a slight edge in the standings, but with Frisco looking to push back toward .500 in the second half, Saturday’s matchup offers the Corny Dogs a chance to grab control of the series heading into Sunday’s finale.

The Missions, meanwhile, will aim to rebound quickly after letting Friday night slip away. Another loss would put them in danger of dropping the six-game set.

First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at Riders Field, where fans will once again enjoy the Corny Dogs’ unique rebranding, complete with themed jerseys and ballpark promotions.

As the playoff chase tightens, every game matters — and tonight’s showdown between two determined Texas League clubs should be no exception.