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April 4, 2013 - International League (IL1) - Lehigh Valley IronPigs News Release


The IronPigs franchise starts its sixth season -- and the first under manager Dave Brundage -- with Opening Day 2013 against North Division rival Syracuse at Coca-Cola Park. Game One of a four-game home series against the Chiefs is the start of a seven-game homestand to open the season. The Pigs, who finished 8-5-1 in Spring Training, lost a home exhibition game to Double-A Reading Tuesday Night, 6-4. Lehigh Valley has won its last two Opening Day games after the Phillies' Triple-A affiliate had held a combined 11-game OD losing streak from 2000-10... The Chiefs -- Washington's top affiliate -- finished last season 70-74 and in fifth place in the North Division.

The 2012 I.L. Pitcher of the Year, RHP Tyler Cloyd (12-1, 2.35* w/ LHV in 2012), will start for LHV against RHP Ross Ohlendorf (4-3, 4.61 w/ PAW in 2012).

Tonight features a Fleece Blanket Giveaway, presented by Service Electric. Gates open at 5 p.m for Happy Hour... First-pitch is 7:05 p.m.


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