SAL1 Kannapolis Cannon Ballers

Augusta Rallies in Eighth to Drop Kannapolis

Published on May 2, 2012 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers News Release


KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (May 2, 2012) -- The Augusta GreenJackets used a four- run eighth inning to reclaim the lead en route to a 9-6 win over the Kannapolis Intimidators on Wednesday night at CMC-NorthEast Stadium.

Reliever Daniel Webb (0-5) took the loss for Kannapolis after firing three perfect innings before allowing the first four batters of the eighth inning to reach base. Augusta's Brett Krill, Eric Sim and Carlos Wiloughby contributed RBI-singles in the eighth inning, and Steven Upchurch walked Kelby Tomlinson with the bases loaded to bring in another run.

Kannapolis had taken the lead in the seventh inning when Collin Kuhn was hit by a pitch and Ross Wilson tripled him home. Wilson then scored on a Grant Buckner single, one of his team-leading three hits in the game, for a 6-5 lead heading into the eighth.

Kevin Couture (1-1) earned the win for Augusta while Cody Hall notched his league-leading sixth save despite allowing the Intimidators to bring the tying run to the plate with two outs in the ninth inning.

The game started with both teams getting on the scoreboard thanks to outfield errors. In the first inning with two outs and runners on the corners, Augusta's Brett Krill lifted a ball into right field that Mark Haddow dropped, allowing both runners to score. Michael Mergenthaler followed with an RBI-single to give the GreenJackets an early 3-0 lead.

Kannapolis responded in the bottom of the first on Leighton Pangilinan's two-run home run (2). Haddow atoned for his earlier error with a leadoff triple in the second inning and scored to tie the game on a Collin Kuhn single.

Intimidators starter Kevin Vance worked four innings, allowing five runs (two earned) on five hits with a pair of strikeouts and a walk in a no decision.

Tomorrow RHP Myles Jaye makes his season debut for the Intimidators against Augusta's RHP Clayton Blackburn (0-1, 2.95) on Thirsty Thursday presented by Promats. First pitch at CMC-NorthEast Stadium is at 7:05 p.m. For ticket information, call the box office at (704) 932-3267 or visit www.IntimidatorsBaseball.com.

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UPCOMING PROMOTIONS:

Thursday, May 3 - Thirsty Thursday presented by Promats: Enjoy discounted beverages throughout the ballpark, including $5.00 32 oz. drafts, Buy Your Cup (24 oz.) and get draft refills for only $2.00, and $2.00 sodas and water.

Friday, May 4 - [CLASSIFIED]: We can't spoil the surprise, but be in your seat at the Top of the 4th inning to be entertained and amused. It's going to be a fun night, so don't miss it!

Saturday, May 5 - Former Idol contestant singing Anthem: Former American Idol contestant and Kannapolis native Josh Sanders -- who earned a ticket to Hollywood on Season 11 of Idol -- will be performing the National Anthem before Saturday's Intimidators game.

Sunday, May 6 - Team Photo Giveaway: Be one of the first 1,000 fans into CMC-NorthEast Stadium to receive a 2012 Intimidators team photo, and collect autographs during the player autograph party from 4:15 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Sunday games are also Kid's Day presented by Zammitti Orthodontics with all kids tickets only $5, and kids can run the bases after the game.

Monday, May 7 - Belly Buster Monday: Enjoy all-you-can-eat from the Intimidators concession stands for only $10 (excludes drinks, candy & pizza), courtesy of Pagerosa BBQ Sauce.

Tuesday, May 8 - Budweiser Clydesdales & Two-for-Tuesday: Before Tuesday's game, see the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales in the stadium parking lot beginning at 4 p.m. The Clydesdales are making their first appearance in the Greater Charlotte Area in almost a decade, and fans will have an opportunity to take pictures with them before the game between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesdays are also Two-for- Tuesday presented by Harris Teeter Neighborhood Food & Pharmacy with 2- for-1 tickets and deals when you show your Harris Teeter VIC card at the ballpark.

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