SAL1 Hickory Crawdads

Crawdads Drop Nail-Biter in Delmarva, 2-1

July 7, 2010 - South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Hickory Crawdads News Release


SALISBURY, MD - The Hickory Crawdads wound up on the bad end of an old-fashioned pitchers duel on Wednesday afternoon, dropping the final game of the series to the Delmarva Shorebirds, 2-1, before 2,536 fans at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium.

Delmarva (6-7, 38-45) got in front early against Crawdads starter RHP Jake Brigham in the bottom of the fourth inning. After issuing a leadoff walk to 3B Tyler Kelly, 1B Tyler Townsend singled to put runners at first and second. DH Kieron Pope moved the runners up to second and third on a groundout before CF Steve Bumbry hit a single to right, driving in Kelly from third for a 1-0 Shorebirds advantage.

Brigham allowed just the one run on three hits and two walks while fanning four in six innings pitched for Hickory.

The Crawdads (7-7, 47-37) tied the game in the seventh inning against Shorebirds starter RHP Kenny Moreleand. 1B Mike Ortiz led things off with a single and moved up to third when C Zach Zaneski reached on an error by SS Garabez Rosa. DH Cody Podraza then grounded into a double play, but Ortiz came in to score from third on the play, knotting the game up, 1-1.

Delmarva reclaimed the lead in the bottom of the eighth with 'Dads releiver RHP Tyler Tufts (1-5, 5.17 ERA) on the mound. With C Luis Bernardo at second with one out, Tufts proceeded to walk RF Brian Conley and hit 1B Tyler Townsend to load the bases. Pope followed with a walk of his own to drive in Bernardo for the winning run, accounting for the 2-1 Shorebirds win.

Moreland surrendered one unearned run on four hits and a walk while striking out three in seven frames. Releiver RHP Thomas Phelps (2-0, 0.79) picked up the win for the Shorebirds, with RHP Josh Dowdy recording the save. Tufts was handed the loss for Hickory.

Crawdads Clippings:

The Crawdads return home on Thursday to host the Greensboro Grasshoppers for five games, beginning with Thirsty Thursday $1 beers and Pepsis compliments of Buffalo Wild Wings. The 'Dads will also have 1-2-3 Night drink specials of $1 beers, $2 jello-shots, and $3 mixed drinks. Banned on Wednesday will perform live at the Crawdad Cafe following the game. Gates open at 6 p.m., first pitch is at 7 p.m.

Don't miss Friday Night Fireworks and an appearance from former WWF wrestler "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan on Saturday! Fans can have the opportunity to sit, eat, and chat with Duggan during a special VIP meet and greet before the game. The buffet portion of the event will begin at 6 p.m., with a question and answer session running from 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. Fans who wish to participate in this exciting opportunity can do so for just $20 (price includes game ticket)!

On Sunday, the first 1,000 kids through the gates will receive FREE Webkinz! Come on out early to L.P. Frans for a faith-based service by Two by Faith, presented by WLON 1050AM beginning at 3:30 p.m. It's also Bark at the Ballpark, with fans encouraged to bring their canine companions with them to the 5 p.m. ballgame.

Get Tickets:

Single game tickets for all Crawdads games are on sale now at the Crawdads Ticket Office and online at www.hickorycrawdads.com and start at just $6! Season tickets, mini-plans and group outings are available at the Crawdads office, located at 2500 Clement Blvd. NW or by calling (828) 322-3000.

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