Nashville Sounds Fall 9-3 to Charlotte Knights

The Sounds' comeback effort falls short in the series opener at First Horizon Park.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 4:33am

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The Nashville Sounds (2-3) were defeated by the Charlotte Knights (4-1) with a final score of 9-3 in the second game of their series at First Horizon Park. Luis Lara had a strong performance for the Sounds, going 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs, but the Knights scored four unanswered runs in the third and fourth innings to take control of the game.

Why it matters

The Sounds are looking to bounce back after a slow start to the season, and this loss to a divisional opponent is a setback in their efforts to climb the standings. The game also highlighted the team's pitching struggles, as starter Carlos Rodriguez and reliever Kaleb Bowman both had difficulties containing the Knights' offense.

The details

The Knights got on the board first with a run in the top of the second inning, but Lara tied it up with a solo home run in the bottom half of the frame. The Knights then scored four unanswered runs in the third and fourth innings to take a 5-1 lead. The Sounds made a late push, scoring two runs in the seventh inning to cut the deficit to 5-3, but the Knights added four insurance runs in the ninth to seal the 9-3 victory.

  • The game was played on April 2, 2026.
  • The Knights scored their first run in the top of the second inning.
  • Lara hit his home run in the bottom of the second inning.
  • The Knights scored four unanswered runs in the third and fourth innings.
  • The Sounds scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning.

The players

Luis Lara

A Sounds player who went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBIs in the loss.

Carlos Rodriguez

The Sounds' starting pitcher, who allowed five runs on eight hits in 3.1 innings of work.

Peter Strzelecki

A Sounds relief pitcher who posted 1.2 scoreless innings with one strikeout.

Brian Fitzpatrick

A Sounds relief pitcher who posted two scoreless innings with one walk.

Kaleb Bowman

A Sounds relief pitcher who struggled in the ninth inning, allowing four runs.

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What they’re saying

“We need to bounce back quickly from this loss and focus on winning the next game in the series.”

— Luis Lara, Sounds Player

What’s next

The Sounds will look to even the series when they face the Knights again on Thursday, April 2nd at 6:35pm CT. Garrett Stallings is scheduled to make his first start of the season for the Sounds.

The takeaway

This loss highlights the Sounds' need to improve their pitching and find more consistent offensive production if they want to compete in the division. The team will need to regroup quickly and capitalize on the opportunities ahead of them in the series against the Knights.