FL Gateway Grizzlies

Grizzlies Unable to Find Offensive Rhythm in Loss to Miners

Published on June 8, 2016 under Frontier League (FL)
Gateway Grizzlies News Release


SAUGET, Ill. - It was a beautiful Wednesday afternoon at GCS Ballpark, but the Grizzlies' offense fell silent against Southern Illinois and dropped the second game of their three-game set, 4-0.

Gateway had opportunities to strike early with runners in scoring positions in both of the first two innings, but two double plays squashed the rallies. Gateway grounded into four double plays in the game.

The Miners jumped on top in the third inning after a two-out error by Logan Davis brought a run home. Nolan Earley followed with a two-RBI triple to put Southern Illinois up 3-0. All three runs were unearned against RHP Vince Molesky (1-1).

Molesky then allowed a solo home run to Nolan Earley in the sixth inning. Over the course of a quality start, Molesky struck out eight over six innings of work.

Meanwhile, the Gateway bullpen returned to form, with Jon Pusateri and Dakota Smith combining for three scoreless innings and only one hit allowed.

The Miners leaned on a great performance from RHP Josh Kimborowicz (4-0) throughout the afternoon, as he went 8.2 innings and allowed only five hits. Miners closer Jake Cose picked up his fourth save on the season by recording the final out in the ninth.

The Grizzlies (9-15) and Miners (12-9) finish their series on Thursday night at GCS Ballpark. First pitch is at 7:05 p.m.

The game can be heard on the Grizzlies Radio Network, which airs Thursday on 1400 AM KJFF and online at www.GatewayGrizzlies.com/Radio. Sam Levitt and Matt Sabados have the call.

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