Caps Surrender To Calgary Comeback
July 13, 2011 - North American League (NAmL)
Edmonton Capitals News Release
Calgary, AB - The Edmonton Capitals opened up a three-game series in Calgary against the Vipers on Tuesday night, and while they had a strong start, they succumbed to a sudden Calgary comeback in the late innings and eventually lost 9-8.
The Caps batters were looking good in the first few innings of the game at Foothills Stadium as shortstop Enrique Cruz opened up the scoring with a three-run home run in the second inning. Catcher Nick Valdez also slugged a three-run home run of his own to extend the lead to 7-0 heading into the bottom of the seventh, at which point Calgary mounted its comeback.
Caps pitcher Daryl Arreola got off to a great start, tossing 6.2 innings with seven strikeouts before surrendering four runs in the seventh. Four more Caps pitchers tried to put a stop to Calgary's offensive charge but came up short. David Davidson surrendered four runs in the eighth inning and Brandon Villafuerte gave up the tie-breaking run in the bottom of the ninth to give the Vipers the 9-8 walk-off win.
The Caps and Vipers will play two more games in Calgary on Wednesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. With Tuesday's decision, Edmonton's record falls to 27-18 on the North American League season, and the North Division standings are tight, as the Lake County Fielders (25-15) lead the Caps by 0.5 games, and the Vipers (27-20) are one game back of Edmonton.
The Caps finally make their return to TELUS Field to host the Vipers and continue the battle of Alberta Friday through Sunday. The Friday 7 p.m. game is another Fireworks Friday presented by 92.5 JOE FM, while Saturday is a special 2 p.m. afternoon start. Sunday's game is also schedule for 2 p.m. and it's Cheemo Ukrainian Day, as well as Family Pack Sunday presented by Dental Choice and 630 CHED, as fans can purchase four tickets, four hot dogs and four Pepsi products for just $52.
The Capitals are the city's most affordable entertainment option in the summer featuring Edmonton's largest patio! Season seats start at less than $9 per seat. Individual game tickets start at $10 in advance and can be purchased at the Capitals Box Office (10233 - 96 Ave) during regular business hours Monday through Friday, at any Ticketmaster location, online at capsbaseball.ca or via phone at 780-414-GOAL (4625).
North American League Stories from July 13, 2011
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- Fielders Bounce Back, Winning 4-2 Over the Outlaws - Lake County Fielders
- Caps Surrender To Calgary Comeback - Edmonton Capitals
- Late Seven Run Deficit Erased - Calgary Vipers
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