SAL1 Greenville Drive

Jordan joins Bombers

July 7, 2005 - South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Greenville Drive News Release


The Boston Red Sox announced on Thursday that pitcher Brantley Jordan has been assigned to the Greenville Bombers.

Jordan was drafted by the Cardinals in the 29th round of the 2003 June Major League Baseball draft out of the University of Texas. The 24-year old lefthander joins the team after having his contract purchased by the Red Sox from the Fargo-Moorehead RedHawks of the Independent Northern League.

Jordan pitched in the Midwest League last season with Peoria (St. Louis Cardinals), compiling a 3-3 record with a 3.17 ERA in 50 appearances for the Chiefs. The Austin, TX native threw 54 innings, striking out 54 while walking only 21 in his second professional season.

Greenville will continue on their road trip tonight against Rome with a 7 PM game time. The Bombers will return to Greenville on July 13 to embark upon an eight-game homestand. Highlighting this homestand will be Bombers batting helmet giveaway night (7/15) and Southeastern Product's Shoeless Joe Jackson Night (7/16). Shoeless Joe Jackson Night is sure to be one of the most prolific Minor League promotional nights of the season, as fans will enjoy free cake, pony rids, music, games, and an autograph signing session with local author Joe Thompson, author of the acclaimed "Growing Up With Shoeless Joe." Exhibits by Shoeless Joe Virtual Hall of Fame and the Greenville City Hall's personal Shoeless Joe collections will be present. Also, the first 1,000 fans will receive a free Shoeless Joe Bobblehead to celebrate the Greenville native's birthday.

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