MIDLAND, TX — With the first half of the Texas League season entering its final stretch, the Frisco RoughRiders have surged back into first place, edging past the Midland RockHounds with a critical win on Saturday night. Now sitting at 36-26, the RoughRiders hold a 0.5-game lead over Midland (35-28) and are 1.5 games ahead of the San Antonio Missions.
Frisco’s victory on Saturday not only flipped the standings but also positioned the RoughRiders to control their playoff destiny. With just seven games remaining, the club’s magic number is down to 7 — any combination of Frisco wins and Midland losses totaling seven will clinch the first-half South Division title.
🔢 Chasing History
If Frisco secures the title, it would mark the seventh time in franchise history that the RoughRiders have clinched a first-half playoff berth, and it would be their second consecutive season doing so. The early postseason qualification would reflect a strong, consistent performance from a team that has battled through offensive lulls and relied on pitching and timely hitting to stay in contention.
🔥 On the Mound: Trey Supak
Looking to keep the momentum going, the RoughRiders will send right-hander Trey Supak (3-2, 5.10 ERA) to the mound in Sunday’s pivotal series finale against Midland. Supak will be tasked with preserving the division lead and potentially lowering the magic number further as Frisco eyes another crucial victory on the road.
The RockHounds will counter with RHP Kyle Robinson (1-1, 5.31 ERA) in what shapes up to be a high-stakes battle between two teams with postseason aspirations.
🧭 What’s Next
Following Sunday’s matchup, Frisco returns home for a season-defining six-game series against the San Antonio Missions, who are still well within striking distance. With so much on the line, the RoughRiders will need to stay sharp on both sides of the ball to secure their playoff spot before the All-Star break.
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