Captain's Log for Friday, July 31st
July 31, 2015 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Alexandria Blue Anchors News Release
Dreaming Big
The Alexandria Blue Anchors have six players participating in the Northwoods League Major League Dreams Showcase. This event features the 100 of the league's top professional prospects as voted on my Major League scouts. This event provides great exposure for players. Last year, Jason Zgardowski who pitched for the Blue Anchors, signed with the Philadelphia Phillies following the showcase and he is now pitching well in the minors.
This year's participants include two pitchers, Max Knutson and Zach Muckenhirn. Knutson, out of the University of Nebraska, leads the team in wins with five. Muckenhirn, from the University of North Dakota, is second on the Anchors in ERA at 3.21.
Four position players were chosen to represent Alexandria as well. Catcher Matt Duce (Dallas Baptist University) will represent the Anchors behind the dish. He is second on the team with five homers. Ricky Sanchez (University of Notre Dame), also an All Star in 2015, will be playing first base in the game. Sanchez leads the team in extra-base hits with 25. Drew Fearing (North Dakota State University) will play the infield in the showcase. He has played a utility role for the team playing second base, shortstop and third base. Nehwon Norkeh (Angelo State University) will roam the outfield. Of players who have been here in Alexandria all season, he is second in on-base percentage at a .385 clip.
The game will be held in Madison and hosted by the Mallards on August 4th with the games starting at 4:05 pm. It is a can't-miss day for baseball fans who are looking to get an early look at some of baseball's future stars.
Upcoming Games
The Blue Anchors have three games this weekend.
On Friday, July 31st, the Blue Anchors are hosting NASCAR Night presented by 3M. All fans in attendance will go home with a roll of duct tape. The 3M NASCAR will be on display and fans can take pictures with the car. The game against the Thunder Bay Border Cats starts at 7:05 pm.
On Saturday, August 1st, fans can learn the game of baseball through Bingo Baseball. Play bingo based on events during the game and win prizes. The Blue Anchors take on the Waterloo Bucks at 5:05 pm at Knute Nelson Memorial Park.
August 2nd is Family Fun Sunday. There will be fun and games throughout Shipyard and after the game, kids can run the bases! First pitch, also against the Bucks, is set for 5:05 pm.
*For more information visit our website at www.BlueAnchors.com and for tickets call 320-460-7900.
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