IL1 Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

Bird Named Batter of the Week

Published on August 10, 2015 under International League (IL1)
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders News Release


The fifth-year pro was a fifth-round pick by the Yankees in 2011. The Aurora, Colo. native is 4.8 years younger than the league average per Baseball-Reference.com.

The RailRiders return home to PNC Field for a short four-game run against the Pawtucket Red Sox (Boston Red Sox) starting tonight night at 7:05 p.m. The pitching match-up for the opener has SWB right-hander Kyle Davies (8-6, 3.72) facing right-hander Matt Barnes (1-1, 4.50). Below are the highlights each day:

Mon., Aug. 10 - Bark in the Bark 2 presented by Veterinary Referral and Emergency Clinic. Bring your dog to the park, free dog refuse bags/holder to the first 500 dogs through the gates. Lawn seating only available for guests choosing to bring their four-legged friends. All dogs will need to be leashed, with current shot records and license for entry.

Tue., Aug. 11 - National Call 811 Before You Dig Night presented by 811 Call Before You Dig, UGI, PPL, USIC and UGI Energy. It's also Gildan National Tour Night. Gildan will be on hand with product sampling and giveaways.

Wed., Aug. 12 - The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales will be making their way to PNC Field courtesy of Budweiser and the RailRiders' friends at Northeast Eagle Distributors. Fans will be treated to a pre-game on-field parade as well as access to the horses throughout the game for photo ops.

For more information please call (570) 969-BALL (2255) or visit swbrailriders.com.

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