Crawdads Weekly Update
June 20, 2013 - South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Hickory Crawdads News Release
HICKORY, NC - The Hickory Crawdads wrapped up the 1st Half of the South Atlantic League season last week with a 4-4 record, finishing just a half game behind the Hagerstown Suns for first place in the Northern Division.
The 54th SAL All-Star game was also last week, with the Crawdads sending a league-high six players to the event. Aside from the 2-1 Northern Division win, 'Dads 3B Joey Gallo also won the Home Run Derby.
The 'Dads will kick off the 2nd half with five returning All-Stars and a record setting offense that still leads all of Minor League and Major League Baseball with 106 home runs.
This Week:
Thurs. vs. Greensboro - 7:00 pm
Fri. vs. Greensboro - 7:00 pm
Sat. vs. Greensboro - 7:00 pm
Sun. vs. Greensboro - 5:00 pm
Mon. vs. Lexington - 7:00 pm
Tues. vs. Lexington - 7:00 pm
Wed. vs. Lexington - 12:00 pm
Last Week (4-4):
6/11 GM 1: Crawdads 6 @ Hagerstown 2
6/11 GM 2: Crawdads 1 @ Hagerstown 0
6/12 GM 1: Crawdads 3 @ Hagerstown 10
6/12 GM 2: Crawdads 5 @ Hagerstown 6
6/13: Delmarva 4 vs. Crawdads 5
6/14: Delmarva 7 vs. Crawdads 4
6/15: Delmarva 0 vs. Crawdads 12
6/16: Delmarva 4 vs. Crawdads 2
Player and Team Notes
- The Crawdads still lead all of Minor League Baseball and now Major League Baseball with 106 home runs on the season.
- The Crawdads also lead the South Atlantic League in Slugging Percentage (.452), Total Bases (1,047) and RBI (336) while ranking second in the league in Runs Scored (365).
- INFs Ryan Rua and Joey Gallo currently lead the league in home runs with 22, while teammate Lewis Brinson (13) sits in 5th place.
Alexander Claudio and Joey Gallo Win Awards
Crawdads closer Alexander Claudio was named the Texas Rangers Minor League Pitcher of the Month for May while 3B Joey Gallo took home the South Atlantic League Hitter of the Week for the week ending June 16th!
Upcoming Promotions
Thursday June 20th: Jimmy Buffett Beach Night
Calling all Parrotheads! Make the great escape to L.P. Frans Stadium and take in a game Jimmy Buffett-style!
Thirsty Thursday
All Pepsi products and 12oz. beers are only $1! Hometown musician Kirk Bass will be performing live after the game!
Friday June 21st: Summer Kick-Off Event
Celebrate the first day of summer with the Crawdads!
Grandfather Mountain Night
Fireworks Friday
Make sure to stick around after the game for an exciting fireworks show!
Saturday June 22nd: Bobblehead Giveaway
Be one of the first 1,000 fans with paid admission and receive your very own Chipper Jones Bobblehead courtesy of Galaxy Food Centers, Nissin and Kicks 103.3!
Staff Alumni Reunion
Post-Game Player Autographs
Get your Crawdads gear autographed by the players themselves after the game!
Sunday June 23rd: Dale Earnhardt Chevrolet Night
If you drive a Chevy then this is the day for you! Fans driving a Chevrolet get Free parking at the Crawdads game and can get a FREE grandstand ticket by showing their Chevy keys at the box office courtesy of Dale Earnhardt Chevrolet!
Faith and Family Day
Freedom Biker Church of Hickory invites you to attend the pre-game service they will be leading at L.P. Frans Stadium from 3:30p-4:15p.
Splash Day
Cool off at the Crawdads game with some water fun!
Monday June 24th: 2-for-1 Senior Night/BINGO Night
Buy one Senior admission ticket to the game, get one of equal value for free courtesy of Alps Mountain Hearing.
WSVM Night
Tuesday June 25th: Dollar Day
Buy one ticket at regular price and receive a second ticket of equal value for just $1! Hot dogs, popcorn, and Pepsi products, along with many other concession items, can be purchased for only a buck! Presented by 1290 WHKY!
Metric Madness
Bring your conversion charts! The metric system will be featured during the game.
Wednesday June 26th: Summer Camp Day
The Crawdads are running some great deals for Summer Camps and Campers! Call today to reserve your spot!
Unemployment Night
Show your NCESC issued debit card or printed online statement and receive up to four complimentary tickets!
Call (828) 322-3000 for all the info or to get your tickets right now!
LEAGUE LEADERS (Through 6/19):
INF Ryan Rua - 22 HR (1st)
INF Joey Gallo - 22 HR (1st)
OF Lewis Brinson - 13 HR (5th)
INF Ryan Rua - 61 RBI (1st)
INF Ryan Rua - 42 Extra Base Hits (1st)
INF Joey Gallo - 40 Extra Base Hits (2nd)
INF Joey Gallo - 150 Total Bases (1st)
INF Ryan Rua - 146 Total Bases (4th)
INF Joey Gallo - 55 Runs Scored (2nd)
INF Ryan Rua - .621 Slugging Percentage (3rd)
OF Nick Williams - 6 Triples (2nd)
RHP C.J Edwards - 6 Wins (2nd)
RHP C.J. Edwards - 86 Strikeouts (3rd)
RHP C.J. Edwards - 2.05 ERA (6th)
RHP C.J. Edwards - 1 Complete Game (1st)
RHP C.J. Edwards - .174 BAA (3rd)
LHP Alexander Claudio - 11 Saves (3rd)
CRAWDADS LEADERS (Through 6/19):
Batting Average - OF Nick Williams (.294)
Home Runs - INF Ryan Rua & INF Joey Gallo (22)
RBIs - INF Ryan Rua (61)
Stolen Bases - OF Lewis Brinson (12)
Walks - INF Ryan Rua (32)
Wins - RHP C.J. Edwards (6)
ERA - LHP Alexander Claudio (1.15)
Strikeouts - RHP CJ Edwards (86)
Innings Pitched - RHP C.J. Edwards (66.0)
South Atlantic League Stories from June 20, 2013
- BlueClaws Take Down Power 9-4 - Jersey Shore BlueClaws
- Savannah Takes Series Opener over Legends, 5-1 - Lexington Legends
- Rapp's Homer Secures GreenJackets Win - Augusta GreenJackets
- Ninth Inning Rally Falls Short - Rome Emperors
- Drive Demolished by Suns, 14-1 - Greenville Drive
- Power Jolted in Second Half Opener - Charleston Dirty Birds
- 7-0 Win Kick Starts 'Dads 2nd Half - Hickory Crawdads
- RiverDogs Edge Braves in Second Half Opener - Charleston RiverDogs
- Shorebirds Open Second Half with 6-3 Win - Delmarva Shorebirds
- Power vs. BlueClaws - Game Notes - June 20, 2013 - Charleston Dirty Birds
- Crawdads Weekly Update - Hickory Crawdads
- Intimidators vs. GreenJackets - Game Notes - June 20, 2013 - Kannapolis Cannon Ballers
- First Round Pick Anderson Joins Kannapolis - Kannapolis Cannon Ballers
- Phanatic, Troop Supply Drive at BlueClaws June 27th Game - Jersey Shore BlueClaws
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