IL1 Gwinnett Stripers

G-Braves, Clippers Suspended by Rain

Published on May 31, 2015 under International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - Sunday's game between the Gwinnett Braves (24-26) and the Columbus Clippers (26-24) at Coolray Field has been suspended by rain with the teams tied 0-0 heading to the bottom of the first inning.

As the teams don't meet in Lawrenceville again this season, the game will be resumed when the G-Braves visit the Clippers for a three-game series August 14-16 at Huntington Park in Columbus, OH. A specific date and time will be announced at a later date.

Fans can redeem tickets from Sunday's game for any other home game this season.

The G-Braves are off on Monday before they begin a three-game road series at Norfolk on Tuesday. First pitch from Harbor Park is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Right-hander Chien-Ming Wang (2-4, 4.41 ERA) will get the start for Gwinnett. The Tides are slated to start right-hander Bud Norris (0-1, 30.37 ERA). Tony Schiavone has the play-by-play call on 97.7 FM and WSBRadio.com beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The Gwinnett Braves return home on Friday, June 5 for a 7:05 p.m. game against the Durham Bulls. The opener of a six-game homestand is a "Fireworks Friday," featuring a spectacular display following the game. It's also "Paint the Park Purple" night for Relay For Life of Gwinnett. To purchase tickets, call the Coolray Field Ticket Office at 678-277-0340 or visit GwinnettBraves.com/tickets.




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