Lookouts Defeat Montgomery 4-3 in First Win at New Stadium

Chattanooga's minor league baseball team celebrates inaugural victory at Erlanger Park

Apr. 17, 2026 at 3:38am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game in progress, with the field, players, and stadium rendered in overlapping geometric shapes and planes of vibrant colors.Chattanooga's new ballpark hosts its first ever victory celebration, with the Lookouts' home run heroics captured in a dynamic cubist composition.Chattanooga Today

The Chattanooga Lookouts defeated the Montgomery Biscuits 4-3 on Thursday, marking the team's first ever win at their new home stadium, Erlanger Park. Cade Hunter and Leo Balcazar each hit home runs for the Lookouts, helping the team overcome an early 2-0 deficit.

Why it matters

The Lookouts' victory at their brand new stadium is an important milestone for the team and the Chattanooga community, which has eagerly awaited the opening of the state-of-the-art Erlanger Park facility. The win will help build excitement and momentum for the Lookouts' inaugural season at the new ballpark.

The details

After falling behind 2-0 early, Lookouts outfielder Cade Hunter hit a two-run homer in the third inning to tie the game. In the fifth inning, first baseman Leo Balcazar added a solo shot just over the left field wall to give Chattanooga a 3-2 lead, which they would not relinquish en route to the 4-3 victory.

  • The game took place on Thursday, April 17, 2026.
  • The Lookouts' first ever win at Erlanger Park came in their inaugural season at the new stadium.

The players

Cade Hunter

An outfielder for the Chattanooga Lookouts who hit a crucial two-run home run to tie the game in the third inning.

Leo Balcazar

The Lookouts' first baseman who hit a go-ahead solo home run in the fifth inning to give Chattanooga a 3-2 lead.

Chattanooga Lookouts

The minor league baseball team based in Chattanooga, Tennessee that plays in the Southern League.

Montgomery Biscuits

The Lookouts' opponent, a minor league baseball team based in Montgomery, Alabama that plays in the Southern League.

Erlanger Park

The brand new stadium that serves as the home ballpark for the Chattanooga Lookouts, opening in 2026.

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What they’re saying

“This win at our new home field is a huge boost for the team and the entire city. We're excited to build on this momentum throughout the season.”

— Cade Hunter, Lookouts Outfielder

What’s next

The Lookouts will look to build on their first win at Erlanger Park when they host the Montgomery Biscuits again on Friday, April 18th.

The takeaway

The Lookouts' inaugural victory at their state-of-the-art new stadium is an exciting milestone for the team and the Chattanooga community, signaling a promising start to the franchise's next chapter in their new home.