Boomers Blanked by Otters
Published on July 22, 2016 under Frontier League (FL)
Schaumburg Boomers News Release
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. - The Schaumburg Boomers, presented by Wintrust Community Banks, were shut out for the eighth time this season, dropping a 4-0 contest to the Evansville Otters in the opener of a weekend series.
Evansville grabbed a 2-0 lead in the top of the second against All-Star Kagen Hopkins. Hopkins twirled a quality start by allowing just two earned runs in six innings of work. Evansville also placed an All-Star on the hill and Tyler Vail spun seven shutout frames. Neither team was able to manage much offensively with both combining for only five hits. Jordan Dean posted two hits for the Boomers, who placed just three runners in scoring position in the contest.
The Boomers (26-33) continue a busy weekend on Saturday night at 6:00 p.m. RHP Brett Mabry (0-2, 6.88) returns from injured reserve to start the game for Schaumburg opposite a former Boomer LHP Hunter Ackerman (3-2, 3.65). The night features tons of fun with an appearance from the ZOOperstars as part of Jimmy Buffett Night presented by Glenmark. Make the Boomers part of your plans before it is too late this summer and still have time for more fun by calling (847) 461-FOWL (3695). Hear all of the game action this season on AM 1410 WRMN with the voice of the Boomers, Tim Calderwood.
More Info : The 2013 & 2014 Frontier League Champions and 2013 Organization of the Year, the Schaumburg Boomers are an independent professional baseball franchise based in Schaumburg, IL. Named after the Greater Prairie Chicken, which once roamed throughout Schaumburg and the surrounding areas in the 19th century, the Boomers excel in providing fun, affordable family entertainment and the best customer service in the business. With 48 home games including 20 fireworks shows, Boomers Stadium is the place to be for summer family fun! For more information, visit www.boomersbaseball.com .
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