SAL1 Rome Emperors

Early Runs Hurt Braves in 5-1 Loss

June 21, 2013 - South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Rome Emperors News Release


Rome, GA - The Charleston Riverdogs beat the Rome Braves Friday night by a final score of 5-1at State Mutual Stadium in front of a crowd of 2,628.

Charleston scored all the runs they would need in the first inning. Gregory Bird had a two run double giving the Riverdogs the 2-0 lead. Charleston extended their lead in the sixth thanks to back to back doubles by Oh and De Leon making the score 3-0. The Riverdogs added another run in the seventh for a 4-0 advantage.

The Braves only run came in the seventh. Casey Kalenkosky led the inning off with a walk and later scored on a sacrifice fly by Jose Peraza. Charleston added another run in the ninth for the 5-1 final score.

Brett Gerritse (6-4) earns the win for the Riverdogs, while Rome starter Frank LaFreniere (3-6) takes the loss for the Braves.

Rome and Charleston play game three of the series Saturday at 7pm. For ticket information, contact the Rome Braves at 706-378-5144 or log onto www.romebraves.com.

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