MWL1 Cedar Rapids Kernels

Kernels fall to Cougars, 5-1

August 15, 2008 - Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release


August 13, 2008 - The Cedar Rapids Kernels fell to the Kane County Cougars, 5-1, in a game shortened to seven innings due to the completion of a suspended game from July 7. Greg Dowling and Todd Johnson each hit solo home runs and Scott Hodsdon and Lance Sewell combined to hold the Kernels to just three hits and struck out seven.

The Kernels scored their run on a solo home run by Carlos Colmenares in the sixth inning. Kernels starter Esmerlin Jimenez threw a complete game, but allowed five runs (four earned) on just three hits, walked two and struck out three in taking the loss.

The Kernels and Cougars continue their series on Thursday night at 6:30 pm. John Rodgers brings you all the action on the internet at www.kernels.com , or on the radio home of Kernels baseball in eastern Iowa, 1450 KMRY.

The Kernels return to Dale and Thomas Popcorn Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday, August 16 and open a four game series with the Beloit Snappers. Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.kernels.com , or by calling the Kernels Ticket Office at 896-7560. Ticket Office hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday and 10 am to 2 pm on Saturday.

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