Tennessee Smokies pitcher Jordan Minch

Hoerner Comes Through in the Eighth to Seal Smokies' 4-3 Win

SEVIERVILLE - Nico Hoerner's RBI-single in the bottom of the eighth inning was the difference in a 4-3 victory for the Tennessee Smokies (2-1) against the Mississippi Braves (1-2) on Saturday night. RHP Keegan Thompson tossed five hitless innings while striking out eight in his 2019 debut. The Smokies jumped to an early 1-0 lead thanks to Jared Young's second home run of the season, a towering shot to right. They would add ... Full Story