Errors, Strong Outing by Maestri, Fuel 'Dogs Victory Over AirHogs
Published on May 18, 2011 under American Association (AA)
Lincoln Saltdogs News Release
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas -- Alex Maestri threw six terrific innings and the Saltdogs benefited from six AirHogs errors as Lincoln defeated Grand Prairie 8-1 in front of 5,014 fans at QuikTrip Park Wednesday afternoon.
The Saltdogs capitalized on four Grand Prairie errors in the fourth inning alone, scoring five runs to take a 6-1 lead.
Maestri (1-1) pitched six innings, allowing just one run on two hits while striking out five and walking one to earn the victory. Scot Drucker (0-1) went five frames, allowing seven runs - one earned - while striking out three to suffer the loss.
Curt Smith blasted a solo home run in the fifth inning, his first of the season, to build the 'Dogs' lead to 7-1.
Smith, Blake Gailen, Maikel Jova and Vance Albitz all had two-hit games.
The Saltdogs improve to 3-4 on the season. Grand Prairie falls to 4-3.
Lincoln has an off day Thursday before traveling to Sioux Falls to open up a three-game series with the Pheasants Friday night at 7:05 p.m. John James is expected to take the hill for the Saltdogs.
The Lincoln Saltdogs play their home opener at Haymarket Park on May 24 against the Kansas City T-Bones. For ticket information please call 402-474-BALL or visit www.saltdogs.com.
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