Bears' Comeback Falls Short in 9-7 Loss to Surf
Published on July 13, 2003 under Canadian American League (Can-Am)
Newark Bears News Release
NEWARK, NJ, July 13-The Newark Bears scored three runs in each of the 8th and 9th innings, but still lost to the Atlantic City Surf, 9-7, Sunday afternoon at Bears and Eagles Riverfront Stadium. The Bears dropped two of three to the Surf in this series.
Bears first baseman Michael Coleman powered the Bears comeback, hitting two-run home runs in both the 8th and 9th innings. Coleman finished the day 4-5 at the plate with a double, 2 home runs and 5 runs-batted-in. The Newark slugger now has an incredible 16 home runs and 49 RBI on the season despite having played in only 35 games.
The Surf, who built a 7-1 lead and scored a pair of important insurance runs in the top of the ninth inning, were led by Juan Thomas and Brandon Jackson offensively. Thomas was 3-5 with a home run, his tenth, and 2 RBI, while Jackson was 3-5 with a double and 3 runs-batted-in.
Anthony Chavez (7-5) started and picked up the victory for Atlantic City. He allowed only one run and seven hits in seven innings of work. He struck out five batters and walked only one. Randi Mallard earned his 16th save, retiring Tim DeCinces for the game's final out.
Matt Wagner (7-4) took the loss for the Bears, allowing 7 runs (6 earned) on 8 hits in 5 innings of work. He tied his season-high with 7 strikeouts.
The Bears open up a six-game road trip Monday night in Camden. Tom Stepka (5-5) will pitch for Newark tomorrow night against the Riversharks.
Canadian American League Stories from July 13, 2003
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- Bears' Comeback Falls Short in 9-7 Loss to Surf - Newark Bears
- Surf hold on for a 9-7 win over Bears - Atlantic City Surf
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