Outstanding pitching and the clutch hitting of Fort Loramie’s Jared Hoying were key factors in the Round Rock Express (Rangers AAA) sweeping its Pacific Coast League semifinal against Oklahoma City (Dodgers) 2-1, 7-1, and 2-1. The best-of-five finals begin on Tuesday night in Round Rock, Texas against either El Paso (Padres) or Fresno (Astros).

During the three games, Hoying went 4-8 with two doubles, a triple, a homer, two runs, and two RBIs. The outfielder joked after Friday’s clincher that he’s “due for a single.” — Dave Ross