IL1 Gwinnett Stripers

Gwinnett Braves, Charlotte Knights Suspended by Rain

July 3, 2012 - International League (IL1)
Gwinnett Stripers News Release


LAWRENCEVILLE, GA - Rain has forced the suspension of Tuesday night's series finale between the Gwinnett Braves and Charlotte Knights at Coolray Field. The game was scoreless when a storm stopped the action heading into the bottom of the second inning. The game will be resumed at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill, SC on Thursday, July 5 at 5:15 PM. A seven-inning contest will follow.

Tickets for Tuesday's game can be exchanged for tickets to any remaining 2012 regular-season game by visiting the Coolray Field Box Office.

The G-Braves (39-47) and Knights (48-38) will play a regularly-scheduled nine-inning game at Knights Stadium on Wednesday night, first pitch scheduled for 7:15 PM. Left-hander Jose Lugo (1-4, 5.77) is expected to start for Gwinnett against right-hander Deunte Heath (4-2, 1.70) of Charlotte. The game will be broadcast on WDUN 550 AM and 102.9 FM in Gainesville, GA with Tony Schiavone calling the play-by-play.

The Gwinnett Braves return to Coolray Field on Friday, July 6 as they open a three-game series against the Durham Bulls. Tickets for all remaining home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.

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