Big Train Win in Extras; TONIGHT's Carnival, Giveaway, Terp Appearances, Luau, and More

Big Train Beat Redbirds in Extras   Hugh Adams earned the victory in relief for the Big Train. The Big Train busted out of a small slump in a big way last night as they beat the Baltimore Redbirds 4-3 in 11 innings. Jordan Gross (Tulane) got the start for the Big Train and gave up just three runs over six innings on only three hits. The Big Train bats helped him early as a two-run homer by Hunter Renfroe (Mississippi State) in the first inning brought Brendan Hendriks (San Francisco) in to score and gave the Big Train an early lead. After seeing two Redbirds runs in the bottom half of the inning, the Big Train offense answered in the top of the second as  Hendriks took a bases-loaded walk to score Tucker Tobin (George Mason) and give the Big Train a 3-2 lead. The Redbirds would tie it once again in the bottom of the third, and it would be a pitching duel from then on. Big Train relievers Ethan Miller(San Diego State), Hugh Adams (Florida Atlantic), and Ryan Doran (San Diego State) matched the Redbirds pitching staff and gave up no runs in seven combined innings of relief. The bullpen combined for seven strikeouts and only gave up three hits. The spectacular pitching forced extra innings for the second straight day against the Redbirds, and once again a solo home run by the away team was the difference-maker. Adam Barry (Cal State Northridge) was the hero of the night as he turned on a ball and sent it far over the left-center field fence with two outs in the 11th inning. Doran would give up no hits in the bottom of the inning to pick up the save and give Adams his fourth victory of the season. Click here to see the box score and play-by-play of last night's game. Make sure to come out for the final home game of the season tonight at 7:30pm, as the Big Train host the Vienna River Dogs at Povich Field. It's Fan Appreciation Night, which means that those in attendance will receive free fans. The pregame carnival sponsored by Talk of the Town begins at 4:30pm, so be sure to get to ballpark early to enjoy all your favorite rides. Also, Former Terrapins basketball stars Walt Williams, Laron Profit, and Sean Mosley will be in attendance to sign autographs and meet fans. Also keep a lookout for some live Hawaiian entertainment and tables on the concourse for Activity Rocket andLanguage Stars. Tickets to tonight's carnival can be purchased here and include admission, and regular tickets for the game can be purchased here. TONIGHT's Fan Appreciation Night Includes Many Promotions! Fan Appreciation Night is TONIGHT at 7:30pm and here are some of the great things that you can expect at the ballpark: Pregame Carnival: The Big Train are proud to bring back Carnival Night presented by Talk of the Town! Povich Field's parking lot will be transformed into a pregame carnival starting at 4:30pm. Tickets to the carnival include admission to the game at 7:30pm, are $10 for kids and $9 for adults, and can be purchased here or at the gate. All of your favorite rides and games will be just outside the gates of Povich Fieldstarting at 4:30pm on Thursday. Due to the heat, Talk of the Town will be bringing out their mist tent to help cool down those in attendance as well as Big Train staff members being outfitted with mist machines courtesy of EZ Hydro Cooler. Promotion Item: Fans will be given away to those in attendance in honor of Fan Appreciation Night on Thursday! The first 500 fans will receive the promotional item so make sure to get out to the game early to get your very own Big Train fan! Fans will also receive coupons for free Italian ice courtesy of Rita's Italian Ice.    Maryland Basketball Appearances: Former Maryland Terrapins Basketball players Walt "The Wizard" Williams, Laron Profit, and Sean Mosley will be at the game on Thursday night to meet with fans,sign autographs, and throw out first pitches. Hawaiian Luau: There will also be a Hawaiian Luau going on at Povich Field on Thursday night including a live Hawaiian band! Don't miss out on this great opportunity to see some great live Hawaiian entertainment. Also, make sure to look for tables on the concourse sponsored byActivity Rocket and Language Stars! Regular tickets for tonight's game can be purchased here.