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liberty-ca · 10-10-2025, 11:36 PM

Want to thank all who posted here for ideas - I had a remarkable game and gave Copilot game log to use in writing recap newspaper style:

🏟️ **23-Inning Epic Ends in Sacramento Triumph**

In a marathon showdown that stretched deep into the Texas night, the Sacramento Prayers outlasted the Fort Worth Spirits 7–6 in a 23-inning thriller at Spirits Grounds. The game, which lasted over seven hours, featured 36 combined hits, 15 pitchers, and a walk-off moment that never came—for the home team, at least.

### ⚾ Game Summary

Sacramento struck early with a two-run blast from H. Iniguez in the first inning, but Fort Worth clawed back with solo runs in the 1st, 5th, 7th, and 8th. The Prayers and Spirits traded blows again in the 11th, with Chris James launching a two-run homer for Sacramento and Jake Seifert answering with his second long ball of the night for Fort Worth.

From there, the bullpens took over, locking down 11 consecutive scoreless innings until the top of the 23rd. Eli Murguia led off with a double, and Chris James delivered the decisive RBI single—his third hit of the game—to give Sacramento the edge.

Jack Schlosser earned the win with 4.1 innings of scoreless relief, while Marty Lupold took the loss after surrendering the game-winning run.

### 🔥 Standout Performers

- **Chris James (SAC)**: 3-for-9, HR, 3 RBI, including the game-winner in the 23rd.
- **Jake Seifert (FW)**: 3-for-9, 2 HR, 4 RBI — named Player of the Game despite the loss.
- **Alfie Gibbs (FW)**: 5 hits in 10 at-bats, tying a franchise record for hits in an extra-inning game.
- **Eli Murguia (SAC)**: Set a team record with 10 at-bats, collecting 2 hits and scoring twice.

### 🧤 Defensive Highlights

- Sacramento’s Murguia gunned down two runners from left field, including a critical out at home.
- Fort Worth’s outfield returned the favor, with Coronado and Gonzales each throwing out runners to keep the game tied.

### 📊 By the Numbers

| Team | R | H | E | LOB |
|--------------------|---|----|---|-----|
| Sacramento Prayers | 7 | 15 | 0 | 11 |
| Fort Worth Spirits | 6 | 21 | 0 | 21 |

- Combined: 163 plate appearances, 22 runners left in scoring position with 2 outs.
- Sacramento used 6 pitchers; Fort Worth used 7.
- Attendance: 13,255 fans witnessed history.

### 🗣️ Postgame Quote

> "The game is never over 'til it's over," said Sacramento manager Jimmy Aces, beaming after the win.

With the victory, Sacramento improves to 12–9 and inches closer to playoff contention. Fort Worth falls to 10–11, despite a valiant effort in one of the longest games in league history.

10-10-2025, 11:36 PM	#14
liberty-ca Minors (Double A) Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: New Westminster, BC Posts: 114	Want to thank all who posted here for ideas - I had a remarkable game and gave Copilot game log to use in writing recap newspaper style: 🏟️ 23-Inning Epic Ends in Sacramento Triumph In a marathon showdown that stretched deep into the Texas night, the Sacramento Prayers outlasted the Fort Worth Spirits 7–6 in a 23-inning thriller at Spirits Grounds. The game, which lasted over seven hours, featured 36 combined hits, 15 pitchers, and a walk-off moment that never came—for the home team, at least. ### ⚾ Game Summary Sacramento struck early with a two-run blast from H. Iniguez in the first inning, but Fort Worth clawed back with solo runs in the 1st, 5th, 7th, and 8th. The Prayers and Spirits traded blows again in the 11th, with Chris James launching a two-run homer for Sacramento and Jake Seifert answering with his second long ball of the night for Fort Worth. From there, the bullpens took over, locking down 11 consecutive scoreless innings until the top of the 23rd. Eli Murguia led off with a double, and Chris James delivered the decisive RBI single—his third hit of the game—to give Sacramento the edge. Jack Schlosser earned the win with 4.1 innings of scoreless relief, while Marty Lupold took the loss after surrendering the game-winning run. ### 🔥 Standout Performers - Chris James (SAC): 3-for-9, HR, 3 RBI, including the game-winner in the 23rd. - Jake Seifert (FW): 3-for-9, 2 HR, 4 RBI — named Player of the Game despite the loss. - Alfie Gibbs (FW): 5 hits in 10 at-bats, tying a franchise record for hits in an extra-inning game. - Eli Murguia (SAC): Set a team record with 10 at-bats, collecting 2 hits and scoring twice. ### 🧤 Defensive Highlights - Sacramento’s Murguia gunned down two runners from left field, including a critical out at home. - Fort Worth’s outfield returned the favor, with Coronado and Gonzales each throwing out runners to keep the game tied. ### 📊 By the Numbers \| Team \| R \| H \| E \| LOB \| \|--------------------\|---\|----\|---\|-----\| \| Sacramento Prayers \| 7 \| 15 \| 0 \| 11 \| \| Fort Worth Spirits \| 6 \| 21 \| 0 \| 21 \| - Combined: 163 plate appearances, 22 runners left in scoring position with 2 outs. - Sacramento used 6 pitchers; Fort Worth used 7. - Attendance: 13,255 fans witnessed history. ### 🗣️ Postgame Quote > "The game is never over 'til it's over," said Sacramento manager Jimmy Aces, beaming after the win. With the victory, Sacramento improves to 12–9 and inches closer to playoff contention. Fort Worth falls to 10–11, despite a valiant effort in one of the longest games in league history. Last edited by liberty-ca; 10-10-2025 at 11:44 PM.