Kernels bounce back with 10-2 win

Published on June 27, 2009 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release

The Cedar Rapids Kernels picked up their first win of the MWL second half with a 10-2 victory over the Burlington Bees on Friday night at Community Field in Burlington. Angel Castillo went 1-3 and homered for the third consecutive game, dating back to June 21.

Kernels starter Will Smith (5-3) allowed two runs on six hits over seven innings for the win, walking two and striking out two. Kevin Nabors and Andrew Taylor both worked a scoreless inning out of the Kernels bullpen. Burlington starter Mike Lehmann (2-3) allowed three runs on four hits over 5 innings in taking the loss.

Tyson Auer and Gabe Jacobo both had two hits with Auer going 2-3 with 3 RBI and three runs scored and Jacobo going 2-4 with a double. Roberto Lopez was 1-3 and had 3 RBI and Anel De Los Santos went 1-3 with a double, 2 RBI and two runs scored.

The Kernels and Bees play the third game of their four game series on Saturday night at 6:30 pm from Community Field in Burlington. John Rodgers brings you the action on the radio home of Kernels baseball, 1450 KMRY AM. Fans may listen on-line at www.kmryradio.com , or www.kernels.com .

The Kernels return to Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday, July 4th to open a 12-game home stand against the Quad Cities River Bandits. Tickets may be ordered on-line at www.kernels.com , or by calling the Kernels Ticket Office at 896-7560. Ticket office hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday. The current road trip continues through Friday, July 3rd.

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