Homers, Simpson Not Enough in Game Two
July 26, 2018 - Great West League (GWL)
Medford Rogues News Release
CHICO, Ca. - Blake Baumgartner (UC San Diego) hit two home runs, and starting pitcher Tanner Simpson struck out six over four innings of work, but it wasn't enough, as the Rogues fell to the Heat, 7-5.
The Heat took the lead on five consecutive walks and an RBI fielder's choice in the sixth inning.
The Rogues put the tying runs in scoring position with two outs in the ninth for Mitch Neunborn (North Iowa Area CC). Neunborn hit a laser to right-centerfield. A diving catch by Heat right fielder Cole Lemmel robbed the Rogues of the game-tying hit to end the game.
The greatest rivalry in the Great West League will wrap up Thursday, first pitch at 7:05pm.
The Rogues will then travel to Marysville for a three game series to wrap up the final road trip of the season.
The defending Great West League Champions will return to Harry & David Field for the final home stand of the season on Monday, July 30th for a three-game series with the Lincoln Potters.
Monday, July 30th is Kids Night and Moose Munch Monday at Harry & David Field. Kids 12 and get in for FREE, and the first 500 fans through the gate will receive free Moose Munch, courtesy of Harry & David.
Tuesday, July 31st is $2 Tuesday, courtesy of SportClips, and the 2018 Team Poster Giveaway. Bleacher tickets are just $2 on Tuesdays, and the first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a FREE 2018 Team Poster, courtesy of Harry & David.
The Rogues will wrap up the three game series with the Potters on Wednesday, August 1st, which is Rogue Credit Union Members Night. Rogue Credit Union members get in for FREE with a valid debit or credit card.
You can catch every pitch of every game this season online for free on TableRockSports.net.
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