Bong Optioned to Richmond
Published on August 13, 2003 under International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release
RICHMOND, VAâThe Atlanta Braves today optioned Jung Keun Bong to Richmond to make room on their 25-man roster for left-handed pitcher Kent Mercker, acquired Tuesday from Cincinnati.
After going 7-8 with a 3.25 ERA for Greenville in 2002, Bong earned a roster spot out of spring training this season posting a 6-2 record with 4.67 ERA (52 IP, 53H, 27R, 27 ER, 28 BB, 47K).
Richmond meets Durham tonight in a 7:00 p.m. game at Durham Bulls Athletic Park. The contest can be heard on the radio beginning at 6:45 p.m.
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