Drew Macias Returns to The San Diego Padres
Published on August 6, 2011 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Camden Riversharks News Release
CAMDEN, NJ. The Riversharks have announced today that Drew Macias will return to the San Diego Padres and has been assigned to AAA Tucson.
Macias was the Rivershark's leader in on-base percentage at .366 and was 5th on the team with eight home runs this season. Macias is batting .267 and has 63 hits over 74 games played, with 31 RBI and is just coming off an outstanding series in Lancaster during which he belted a pair of homers and two doubles in the three games.
"We're happy that Drew has been given the opportunity to go back to the Padres system, especially this late in the season. He's an example of someone who has worked hard, and kept working to get back to where he wanted to be" said Von Hayes, Riversharks Manager.
Four Riversharks players have been signed by Major League organizations in 2011. Closer Brian Stokes was picked up by the Arizona Diamondbacks over the weekend, and infielders Mike Lamb and Raul Padron were picked up in July; New York Yankees and Cleveland Indians respectively.
"It's a pleasure to be a part of our players going back to Major League Organizations. It proves that working hard in the Atlantic League does not go unnoticed." said Adam Lorber, general manager of the Riversharks.
The Camden Riversharks are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. Since 2001, the Riversharks have hosted all of their home games at Campbell's Field, located along the city's waterfront. The 2011 season, the club's 11th, is presented by Wawa. The Riversharks next homestand begins August 6th vs. the Road Warriors through August 11th and includes Star Wars Night, Medical Professionals Night, and Philadelphia Night. The team provides a competitive baseball product, while maintaining an affordable family friendly atmosphere. For more information or tickets, go to www.riversharks.com
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