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Bombers Sign Toledo's Slack

Published on March 27, 2013 under Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Battle Creek Battle Jacks News Release


BATTLE CREEK, MI- The Battle Creek Bombers have announced the signing of Toledo Rockets pitcher Kyle Slack.

Kyle Slack: 6'8" - 240lb, B/R-T/R, RHP, Toledo (Fr.), Edwardsburg, Mich.

Slack, a graduate of Edwardsburg High School, towers in as the Bombers' tallest player on the 2013 roster. As 6'8" power pitcher, the freshman was named the number four newcomer to the Mid-American Conference. As a senior, Slack compiled an 11-1 record with a 0.57 ERA. He fanned 105 batters while walking just nine over 61 innings of work. His body of work earned him All-State, Conference, District, and Region honors. During his junior campaign, Slack went 6-1 with a 0.67 ERA while striking out 58 in just under 50 innings.

In high school, Slack was considered a dual threat baseball player and a multi-sport athlete. The pitcher hit .304 his senior year with three home runs and 24 RBIs. Slack was also a talented basketball player for Edwardsburg High School. Here, Slack's determination and work ethic shine through. Twice he earned the basketball team's Most Improved Player award.

Slack has already started five games as a freshman for Toledo. So far, opponents are hitting just .222 off of the righty.

The Battle Creek Bombers are members of the Northwoods League that has more teams, plays more games, and draws more fans than any other summer collegiate baseball league in America. The team opens up its 7th season in Battle Creek on Wednesday, May 29th. For information on tickets call (269) 962-0735 or visit BattleCreekBombers.com.

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