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Hudson Valley Drops Series Finale to Connecticut

August 20, 2015 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
Hudson Valley Renegades News Release


Wappingers Falls, NY (8/20/15)- The Hudson Valley Renegades were defeated by the Connecticut Tigers by a score of 6-1 on Thursday evening at Dutchess Stadium.

Hudson Valley struck for a run in the bottom of the first inning as shortstop Michael Russell walked and moved to second base on a single from left fielder Joe McCarthy. Right fielder Manny Sanchez grounded out into a fielder's choice but a throwing error allowed Russell to score, giving the Renegades a 1-0 lead.

Renegades starting pitcher Cameron Varga (2-5) faced the minimum through the first three innings but ran into trouble in the fourth inning as he gave up three runs via a RBI triple from designated hitter Cam Gibson and a two-run home run from first baseman Corey Baptist. The Tigers added to their lead in the top of the fifth inning when left fielder Jacob Kapstein tripled and scored later in the inning on a throwing error, giving Connecticut a 4-1 lead.

Connecticut extended their lead to 6-1 in the top of the sixth inning as third baseman Josh Lester hit a double and scored on a two-run home run from center fielder Joey Havrilak.

Varga took the loss as he allowed four earned runs in five innings of work while striking out six batters. The win went to Connecticut's starting pitcher Sandy Baez (3-3) as he gave up one un-earned runs in six innings while striking out five. Nate Fury tossed three scoreless innings in relief of Baez to pick up the save for the Tigers.

With the result, the Renegades saw their record fall to 28-29 while Connecticut improved to 27-28.

Notes: Brandon Koch pitched the final two innings for the Renegades and did not allow a run while striking out four batters. On the season, the Tampa Bay Rays 2015 Fourth Round Draft pick now has 36 strikeouts in 24 and a third innings of work. Koch has also not allowed an earned run in his last six outings, dating back to his appearance on July 31st at Batavia.

Hudson Valley begins a two-game road trip against the Tri-City ValleyCats on Friday, August 21st with first pitch set for 7:00pm. The Renegades return to Dutchess Stadium to host Tri-City on Sunday, August 23rd at 5:05pm. Sunday is "Animal House Night" at Dutchess Stadium presented by Hometown All-Stars and it is also AAA Discount Night, where fans receive $2 off their ticket order with their AAA Membership Card.  Call 845-838-0094, or visit www.hvrenegades.com to purchase your tickets now.

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