TinCaps Tie Team Record with Five Home Runs in Thursday Night Win

Fort Wayne Sluggers Power Past Lake County Captains, 8-3

Apr. 17, 2026 at 4:53am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting multiple baseball players in motion, with the ball and bats fragmented into overlapping shapes and planes in the team colors of the TinCaps and Captains.The TinCaps' power display in their record-tying five-homer game showcases the offensive firepower of their young lineup.Fort Wayne Today

Despite a pair of rain delays lasting nearly two hours, the Fort Wayne TinCaps tied a franchise record with five home runs, defeating the Lake County Captains (Guardians affiliate) by a score of 8-3.

Why it matters

The TinCaps' power display showcases the offensive firepower of their young lineup, which could bode well for their chances of climbing the standings in the High-A East league this season.

The details

Fort Wayne and Lake County combined for eight home runs on the night, with the TinCaps accounting for five of them. Catcher Lamar King Jr. (Padres No. 16 prospect) hit his first High-A homer, while outfielders Rosman Verdugo and Alex McCoy (Padres No. 21) went back-to-back in the sixth inning to give the TinCaps the lead. Jake Cunningham then added two more long balls, including a three-run shot in the ninth, to seal the victory.

  • The game was postponed on Wednesday night due to rain.
  • There was an additional 40-minute delay before Thursday's game could begin.

The players

Lamar King Jr.

TinCaps catcher and Padres No. 16 prospect, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, single, and stolen base.

Rosman Verdugo

TinCaps outfielder who hit a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning.

Alex McCoy

TinCaps outfielder and Padres No. 21 prospect, who followed Verdugo's homer with one of his own.

Jake Cunningham

TinCaps left fielder who hit two home runs, including a three-run shot in the ninth inning.

Jaison Chourio

Captains outfielder and Guardians No. 11 prospect, who hit a solo home run to start the game.

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What they’re saying

“It was great to see our guys come out and put together such a powerful offensive performance, especially after the rain delays. This team has a lot of potential, and games like this show what we're capable of.”

— Anthony Contreras, TinCaps Manager

What’s next

The TinCaps and Captains will continue their series on Friday, with the TinCaps sending left-hander Kash Mayfield (Padres No. 4 prospect) to the mound.

The takeaway

The TinCaps' five-homer outburst demonstrates the offensive firepower of their young lineup, which could help them climb the standings in the competitive High-A East league as the season progresses.