Kernels outlast weather, hold on for 3-2 win over Bees
Published on June 27, 2009 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release
The Cedar Rapids Kernels waited out a 70-minute rain delay and then held on for a 3-2 win over the Burlington Bees on Saturday night at Community Field in Burlington. Roberto Lopez went 2-3 with a HR and RBI and Gabe Jacobo went 2-3 with two doubles and an RBI.
Kernels starter Manuel Flores (4-3) allowed two runs on four hits and struck out four over eight innings and Mike Kohn struck out the side in the ninth for his sixth save. Chris Fox drove in the Kernels third run on an RBI single.
Burlington starter Bryan Casey (4-7) allowed two runs on three hits, walked four and struck out two over 3.2 innings for the loss. Antonio Jimenez and Juan Rivera each had an RBI for the Bees.
The final game in the four games series between the Kernels and Bees is Sunday afternoon at 2 pm as Tyler Chatwood starts against lefty Mike Montgomery. John Rodgers brings you the action on the radio home of Kernels baseball, 1450 KMRY AM. Fans may listen on-line at www.kmryradio.com The Kernels return to Perfect Game Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium on Saturday, July 4th and open a twelve game home stand, starting with Quad Cities at 5:05 pm. Tickets may be purchased on-line at www.kernels.com The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
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