MWL1 Cedar Rapids Kernels

Kernels hold on for 5-4 win over Chiefs

Published on June 27, 2010 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release


Peoria, IL - The Cedar Rapids Kernels took the rubber game of a three game set with the Peoria Chiefs by the score of 5-4 on Sunday afternoon in Peoria. Carlos Ramirez led the Kernel offense, going 3-3 with a double and 2 RBI and Jean Segura was 1-4 with a double and RBI.

Kernels starter Fabio Martinez (4-2) allowed three runs on seven hits and struck out six over six innings of work for the win. Manaurys Correa, Buddy Boshers and Mike Kenney combined to work the final three innings to preserve the win with Kenney picking up his fifth save.

Peoria starter Rob Whitenack (6-5) allowed five runs (four earned) on seven hits over five innings in taking the loss. Greg Rohan went 2-4 with a triple and 3 RBI and Hak-Ju Lee was 2-3 with a double as the Chiefs outhit the Kernels, 14-8.

The Kernels now head to Beloit for a three game series with the Snappers on Monday night at 7:00 pm. John Rodgers bring you the action on the radio home of Kernels baseball, 1450 KMRY AM. Fans may listen on-line at www.kmryradio.com, or www.kernels.com .

The Kernels return to Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Thursday, July 1 and open a six game home stand against Clinton and Wisconsin. 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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