Keys fall to Renegades in extra innings

Hudson Valley scores two in the 10th to defeat Frederick in series finale

Apr. 20, 2026 at 6:28am

A cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes, conveying the dynamic action and energy of the contest.A cubist interpretation of the intense back-and-forth battle between the Keys and Renegades, captured in a fragmented, geometric style.Frederick Today

The Hudson Valley Renegades scored two runs in the top of the 10th inning and held on for a 7-6 victory over the Frederick Keys in Sunday's series finale at NYMEO Field in Frederick, Maryland.

Why it matters

The loss drops the Keys to 18-15 on the season, while the Renegades improve to 21-12 and maintain their lead atop the division standings. This was a close, back-and-forth game that came down to the final innings, showcasing the competitive nature of the rivalry between these two minor league baseball teams.

The details

The Keys jumped out to an early 4-1 lead, but the Renegades chipped away and eventually tied the game at 5-5 in the 8th inning. After the teams traded runs in the 9th, the Renegades scored twice in the 10th to take the lead for good and hold on for the victory.

  • The game was played on Sunday, April 20, 2026.
  • The Renegades scored two runs in the top of the 10th inning to take the lead.

The players

Hudson Valley Renegades

A minor league baseball team that plays in the Eastern League and is the High-A affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays.

Frederick Keys

A minor league baseball team that plays in the Carolina League and is the High-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles.

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The takeaway

This was a tough loss for the Keys, who had the lead late but couldn't hold on. The Renegades showed their resilience by battling back and ultimately winning in extra innings. Both teams will look to regroup and come back strong in their next series as they continue their pursuit of the division title.