Sand Gnats shutout by RiverDogs
Published on June 6, 2008 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Savannah Sand Gnats News Release
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Lance Pendleton and three relievers combined for a four-hit shutout as the visiting Charleston RiverDogs earned a 2-0 win over the Sand Gnats before 2,662 at Historic Grayson Stadium on Friday evening.
Charleston (41-20) scored the only runs of the contest on a two-run double from Brandon Laird with two outs in the sixth. The hit ended Savannah starter Mike Antonini's outing and handed the âDogs a 2-0 advantage.
Savannah (27-34) had opportunities in the sixth and seventh but came up empty. With two aboard in the sixth, Casey Craig and Jordan Abruzzo each flied out to end the threat.
With Francisco Pena on second with two outs in the seventh, Jake Eigsti blooped a single to left, but Austin Krum made a great throw to the plate to cut down Pena trying to score.
Pendleton (5-2) earned the win, allowing just 2 hits and a walk while striking out 6 in 5.2 innings. Jonathan Ortiz struck out a pair in the ninth for his 18th save.
Antonini (4-4) pitched well in the loss, permitting 2 unearned runs on 5 hits in 5.2 innings. The left-hander tied a season-high with 8 strikeouts while walking none. Both 8 strikeout games have come in losses for Antonini.
Greg Veloz had a pair of hits to lead the Gnats while Laird and Krum paced Charleston with a pair of hits apiece.
The Gnats and âDogs continue the three-game set at 7 p.m. on Saturday as right-hander Maikel Cleto (2-4, 3.73) takes the hill for Savannah to face Charleston righty Jairo Heredia (2-0, 2.60). Saturday is Gnate's Birthday Party and Mascot Mania with eight local mascots at the ballpark to celebrate. For tickets and more information, call 912.351.9150 or visit www.sandgnats.com.
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