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SAL1 Hickory Crawdads

Grasshoppers Win with a Gem in Hickory

April 24, 2012 - South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Hickory Crawdads News Release


HICKORY, NC - The Hickory Crawdads fell to the Greensboro Grasshoppers, 6-0, before 1,037 fans at L.P. Frans Stadium on Tuesday evening. The Grasshoppers had a night to remember, tossing a no-hitter against the 'Dads.

The Grasshoppers (13-5) received the first six scoreless frames from RHP Jose Fernandez (W, 2-0), who struck out eight and only walked two. LHP Greg Nappo then dealt the next two innings, before RHP Kevin Cravey closed the no-hitter with a 1-2-3 bottom of the ninth.

Greensboro took the lead in the top of the second inning against RHP Jerad Eickhoff (L, 2-2) and the 'Dads (12-6). 1B Aaron Senne led off in a powerful way, driving a solo homer over the right field wall for the 1-0 lead.

The Grasshoppers added one more in the top of the third on an RBI fielder's choice by 3B Josh Adams, before doubling the lead with a pair in the top of the sixth. With runners at second and third and two down in the frame, LF Ryan Goetz chopped a two-run single up the middle, making it 4-0.

Greensboro added two more insurance tallies in the top of the ninth against LHP Greg Williams. With runners at second and third and one away, Adams drove in one with an RBI ground out to the mound. Senne then struck with an RBI single to right field, capping the lead at 6-0.

With one down in the bottom of the ninth, Crawdads 2B Rougned Odor ripped a low fly ball to right field, but RF James Wooster made a diving catch to keep the no-hitter alive. Cravey then induced a pop out to left field, wrapping up the 6-0 no-hit win for the Grasshoppers.

Crawdads Clippings:

The Crawdads look to get back on track on Wednesday with an 11 a.m. First Pitch against Greensboro. It will be a special morning Education Day, presented by Sylvan Learning Center, and Senior Day, presented by Kingston Residence. Wednesday will also feature the Bussinessperson's Special, so bring a business card to the Ticket Office for a discounted $5 Box Seat Ticket! Gates open at 10 a.m.

Then, Thursday is Thirsty Thursday, presented by Buffalo Wild Wings, with $1 can beers and Pepsis. Also, Thursday will be the NFL Draft Party - all fans wearing an NFL jersey get a Half Off Ticket! XerockX will perform on the concourse following the game as well. First Pitch is 7 p.m., gates open at 6 p.m.

Catch a game with your best friend on Friday at 7 p.m. during Bark at the Park, presented by The Big Dawg 92.1FM! All fans are welcome to bring their dogs to the game! It will also be Star Trek Night, with a Half Off Ticket for anyone wearing Star Trek gear. Gates open at 6 p.m.

The 'Dads then welcome the Charleston RiverDogs to L.P. Frans this Saturday with a 6 p.m. First Pitch. It will be Magnet Schedule Giveaway, with the first 1,000 fans with a paid admission receiving a FREE magnet schedule, courtesy of the North Carolina Education Lottery and 1290 WHKY. Saturday's game will also be Little League Night - wear your Little League uniform for a FREE ticket to the game, courtesy of Hickory Daily Record and the Morganton News Herald. There will be a pre-game Blood Drive with the Community Blood Center of the Carolinas from 3 - 6 p.m. - donate blood and receive a FREE ticket to the game! Gates open at 5 p.m.

Get Tickets:

Individual Tickets for all Crawdads home games are available right now at Hickorycrawdads.com or by calling (828) 322-3000! Group outings, corporate partnerships, Levine Children's Hospital Claw Club memberships and Ticket Books for the 20th Anniversary Season are also available right now by calling the Front Office at (828) 322-3000.

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