IL1 Gwinnett Stripers

G-Braves Pull Closer to Playoffs, Beat Bulls 2-1

Published on August 29, 2011 under International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


The Gwinnett Braves defeated the first place Durham Bulls by a score of 2-1 in game one of a quick two game series in Durham, N.C. The G-Braves (75-61) won their third game in a row and gain ground in the hunt for the playoffs. The G-Braves pick up a game in the International League South division standings and now trail the Durham Bulls (77-58) by 2.5 games for the division lead. With the win, the G-Braves are now tied for the IL Wild Card with the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (76-62), who lost both games of a doubleheader against the Syracuse Chiefs tonight.

It Was Over When: In the top of the sixth inning 1B Mauro Gomez singled, which allowed 2B Ruben Gotay to score and the G-Braves to take a 2-1 lead.

Braves Beat:

On the Mound: RHP Todd Redmond earned his first win of the season against the Bulls. Redmond went 6.0 IP allowing 1 R/ER on 6 H with 3 BB. Redmond had his second best strikeout total of the season with 9 K's. The right handed starter was followed by RHP Cory Gearrin who earned his 5th hold of the season going 1.2 IP with a BB and 4 K's. RHP Jairo Asencio closed the game for the G-Braves, throwing 1.1 IP and earning his IL leading 24th save of the season.

At the plate: Gomez displayed why he was named International Player of the week on Monday. From a perfect 4-for-4 performance last night, Gomez continued his tear with another perfect performance on Monday night. Gomez finished the night going 3-for-3 with 2 RBI, BB and a 2B. 2B Ruben Gotay scored both runs for the Braves. The veteran infielder finished the day going 1-for-3 with 2 R and 2 BB. DH Stefan Gartrell, RF Wilkin Ramirez, and SS Brandon Hicks all had hits for the Braves as well.

The Opposition:

On the Mound: LHP Alex Torres started the game for the Bulls and earned his 7th loss of the season. The Rays' prospect finished the day throwing 6.0 IP allowing 2 R/ER on 7 H with 4 BB and 7 K's. He was relieved by RHP Joe Bateman who tossed 2.0 IP with a H, 2 BB and a K. RHP Adam Russell finished the game for the Bulls and tossed an inning with 2 K's.

At the Plate: DH Leslie Anderson led the offense for the Bulls on Monday night. Anderson went 2-for-4 and had the lone Durham run. The Bulls were held to only six hits on the night, all singles and all off of Redmond.

On Deck: The Gwinnett Braves play their last game against the Durham Bulls in the regular season on Tuesday night in Durham, N.C at 7:05 PM. The G-Braves send out LHP Yohan Flande (8-8, 3.88) vs. RHP Brian Baker (7-8, 6.27) for the Bulls. The game can be heard on the home of the G-Braves, WDUN 550 AM/102.9 FM with Tony Schiavone calling the play by play. Fans can also follow the G-Braves on Twitter.com/GwinnettBraves or with gametracker at www.MiLB.com.

Check out the Gwinnett Stripers Statistics

Share: Facebook | Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Reddit | Email



International League Stories from August 29, 2011


The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

OurSports Central