ROME, GA — The Frederick Keys defeated the Rome Emperors 10-2 in the series opener at AdventHealth Stadium on July 21, 2026. The victory marked the Keys’ third consecutive win, fueled by a powerful offensive display highlighted by four home runs, including three in a crucial eighth inning surge.
Trimble’s Leadoff Homer Sparks Frederick
Reed Trimble began his second Minor League rehab stint with Frederick on a high note by hitting a leadoff home run in the first inning, giving the Keys an early 1-0 lead. The Emperors responded with an RBI groundout in the third inning to tie the game at 1-1. Colin Tuft then put Frederick ahead with a two-RBI double in the fourth inning, extending the lead to 3-2, despite Rome scoring a run later that inning on an RBI sacrifice fly.
Aloy’s Multi-Homer Performance Powers Keys
Wehiwa Aloy was the offensive standout, launching a two-run homer in the fifth inning that helped push the lead to 5-2. An additional run scored on a wild pitch, extending Frederick’s lead to 6-2 entering the sixth inning. Aloy added a third home run to the Keys’ total during a four-homer outburst in the eighth inning, which also featured homers from Braylin Tavera and Ike Irish. This offensive explosion increased the lead to 10-2.
Strong Relief Secures the Win
Jacob Cravey delivered a flawless 1-2-3 inning in relief during the seventh to maintain Frederick’s four-run lead. Joe Glassey closed out the game in the ninth inning by retiring the side in order, securing the victory for the Keys.
Looking Ahead
This win builds on two consecutive victories over Greenville the previous weekend. The Frederick Keys will face the Rome Emperors again on July 22, 2026, at 6:45 p.m. for the second game in the six-game series at AdventHealth Stadium in Rome, Georgia.
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