Estes Incredible in Win over Fayetteville
Published on May 20, 2021 under Carolina League (CarL)
Augusta GreenJackets News Release
North Augusta, SC - After Spencer Strider's dominant performance on Wednesday, Joey Estes followed it up with five innings and eight strikeouts. Braulio Vasquez scored on a stolen base, and two errors on the same play in the 7th, and Augusta won by a final of 3-2.
Angel Macuare went five innings without allowing a hit for Fayetteville while striking out seven. The Jackets only had two hits total for the game.
Estes was sensational in his third start of the year. He allowed an unearned run in the 6th inning when Kennedy Corona reached base, and he would exit the game.
Corona swiped two bases, and a groundout from Zach Daniels made it 1-0. Later in the frame, a Yeuris Ramirez double made it 2-0.
Augusta had an answer though. With the bases loaded in the home-half of the 6th, Willie Carter delivered the first hit of the night for the Jackets to make it 2-1. Brandon Parker was hit by a pitch to score Drew Campbell and tie the score at two.
In the 7th inning, Vasquez stole 2nd and the throw to 2nd base sailed into centerfield. Vasquez got up and sprinted to 3rd base. The throw from centerfield went into the stands. Vasquez walked home and Augusta led 3-2.
A great effort from Estarlin Rodriguez kept the Jackets in control. He went three innings, allowing one unearned run, and he'd strikeout four.
Justin Yeager earned his 1st save of the season in the 9th inning to secure the win.
NOTES:
* Willie Carter extended his on-base streak to 12 games. * Justin Yeager hasn't allowed a run in six appearances this year. * Braulio Vasquez leads the Low-A East with 10 stolen bases.
TOMORROW: Friday, May 21st, at 7:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)
* Gates Open 6:00pm * Braves BUZZFest - Red Out * Happy Gilmore Night as we honor the 25th anniversary of the fan favorite film * McGavin's Food Stand pizza special as a part of Feature Friday * Hole-in-One Contest at Auggie's Acres, presented by Children's Hospital of Georgia where fans can putt for a chance to win prizes while benefiting CHOG! * "Feature Friday," highlights one beer at the Keg Stand from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Saturday, May 22nd, at 6:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)
* Gates open at 4:30 for the White Claw Pre-game Concert. * $2 Off White Claw from 4:30 until first pitch * It's the first BOOMing Fireworks Extravaganza in 629 days presented by Premier Networx & Kicks99 * Prom Night - Dust off your best prom attire and head out to SRP Park to relive the glory days! * Anthony and London Thuan State Farm Family Saturday
Sunday, May 23rd at 2:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)
* Gates Open 1:00pm * Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game! * Scavenger Hunt Day - No need to look further Scavenger Hunt Day will have you on the hunt for clues around SRP Park throughout the game * It's the first Jr. Jackets Kids Club game of 2021 presented by Best Office Products, Family YMCA of Greater Augusta, Pediatric Partners & Tum-E Yummies. It's FREE to join and members 12 & younger will receive free admission this game - not a member register today: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/jr-jackets-activities * New for 2021 on Sunday's, the Maurice's Piggie Park BBQ Sunday Savings Meal Deal will offer fans 12 and under discounted Meal offerings to Sunday games.
To learn more or purchase tickets to this homestand visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/tickets/promotions
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