Gonzalez, Hit Parade in Fifth Fuel Saltdogs
Published on July 22, 2011 under American Association (AA)
Lincoln Saltdogs News Release
LINCOLN - Jino Gonzalez tossed six shutout innings and the offense exploded for eight runs in the fifth as the Saltdogs routed the Kansas City T-Bones 12-5 in front of 3,058 fans at Haymarket Park Friday night.
Lincoln opened the game's scoring with four two-out runs in the second, highlighted by a Blake Gailen two-run double to left.
In the dynamic fifth, the Saltdogs sent 12 men to the plate, tallying eight runs on eight hits to extend their lead to 12-0.
Gonzalez (1-0) pitched six innings, allowing no runs on just five hits while striking out five and walking one to earn the win. Reid Santos (7-5) gave up six runs on nine hits to suffer the loss.
Gailen finished 4-for-5 with two doubles, two runs and two RBI. Gavin Dickey went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs and three RBI. Vance Albitz produced three hits and two RBI.
Joe Ramos and Rafael Alvarez also booked two-hit nights as well in the 18-hit effort.
The teams meet again Saturday night at 7:05 p.m. for game two of the three-game series. Tim Brown (6-6, 4.59) is set to pitch against Kris Johnson (2-2, 3.91). Radio coverage begins at 6:35 p.m. on KFOR 1240.
David "No Way" Burlet, the Amazing Baseball Juggler will be at Haymarket Park Saturday night during game two of the series. For team and ticket information please call 402-474-BALL or visit www.saltdogs.com.
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