STWF Sports | FRISCO, Texas | April 26, 2026 — The Frisco RoughRiders will look to complete a series comeback and secure a split as they face the Tulsa Drillers in the finale of a six-game set Sunday afternoon at Riders Field. First pitch is scheduled for 4:05 p.m. CT, with right-hander David Davalillo set to take the mound for Frisco.
After dropping the first three games of the series, the RoughRiders (10-10) have responded with back-to-back victories, including a 6-5 win in a weather-shortened contest Saturday night. The recent turnaround has shifted the tone of the series, giving Frisco a chance to salvage a split after a difficult start.
Saturday’s victory highlighted the team’s resilience. After falling behind 4-0 in the first inning, Frisco answered immediately with a six-run rally in the bottom half, capitalizing on a combination of patience and timely hitting. Despite recording just a handful of hits, the RoughRiders used walks, hit-by-pitches, and situational execution to seize control of the game.
The early offensive surge has become a defining trend over the last two contests. Frisco has scored 10 runs in the first inning across its last two games, signaling a shift from the offensive struggles that plagued the club earlier in the series. Prior to the breakout, the RoughRiders were hitting just .156 through the first three games against Tulsa, producing only seven runs.
That inconsistency stands in stark contrast to Frisco’s production just one week earlier in Amarillo, where the lineup delivered one of its most explosive stretches of the season. Over a six-game span, the RoughRiders hit .318 and averaged nine runs per game, showcasing the offensive potential that has made them one of the top teams in the Texas League in key statistical categories.
Through 20 games, Frisco leads the league in hits (185) and batting average (.276), while ranking near the top in slugging percentage (.449) and OPS (.811). The numbers reflect a lineup capable of sustained production, even as it continues to search for consistency from game to game.
Several players have been central to that success. Outfielder Marcus Lee Sang remains one of the team’s most dangerous hitters, batting .306 on the season while delivering power and run production. Over his last 10 games, Lee Sang has slashed .406, providing a steady presence at the top of the lineup.
Orlando Martinez has also been a key contributor, continuing his strong stretch at the plate. The outfielder is hitting .359 over his last 10 games, combining contact, power, and speed to impact the game in multiple ways.
Infielder Frainyer Chavez has been equally impressive, reaching base in 18 of 19 games while leading the league in runs scored. Chavez’s combination of discipline and power has made him a consistent table-setter, and his ability to generate offense from the leadoff spot has been a driving force behind Frisco’s success.
Another emerging storyline is the impact of newcomer Corey Joyce. Since joining the club earlier this month, Joyce has been one of the hottest hitters in the lineup, batting .462 with three home runs in just eight games. His immediate production has added depth and balance to the offense.
On the mound, Davalillo (0-2, 4.05 ERA) will be tasked with setting the tone in the series finale. The right-hander has shown flashes of effectiveness but will need to limit early damage against a Tulsa lineup that has demonstrated its ability to capitalize on mistakes.
For Frisco, Sunday’s matchup represents more than just another game. It is an opportunity to complete a turnaround, build momentum, and reinforce the team’s identity heading into the next stretch of the season.
The formula remains clear: continue the aggressive offensive approach that has fueled recent success, execute in key moments, and rely on pitching to maintain control. If the RoughRiders can deliver a complete performance, they have a chance to turn a challenging series into a statement of resilience.
