When Ryan Weathers took the mound Sunday for his third start with the Fort Wayne Tin Caps the vibe was different. With a victory, the Padres Class A affiliate would clinch a playoff berth and host the first of a three-game series against the Great Lakes Loons (LAD affiliate) Wednesday. With a loss, Labor Day’s 2:00 p.m. CST battle against the West Michigan White Caps (DET affiliate) becomes a win-or-go-home battle.
The Tin Caps piggy-backed starters, with Weathers throwing three innings and Mosser throwing five. The combination of electric arms allowed only two runs, but it wasn’t enough for Fort Wayne offense in a 2-1 loss to the White Caps.