Kernels stung by Bees
Published on June 26, 2009 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release
June 25, 2009 - The playoff-bound Cedar Rapids Kernels were stung by the Burlington Bees, 9-4, in the first game of the MWL second half on Thursday night in Burlington. The Bees rocked Kernels starter Manaurys Corea (4-5) for six runs on seven hits over four innings, including two home runs.
The Kernels took an early 3-0 lead, scoring single runs in the first three innings, with two RBI by Roberto Lopez and a solo HR by Angel Castillo. But the Bees scored five runs in the fourth inning on a two run HR by Jose Bonilla and a three run homer by Fernando Garcia.
That proved to be a big enough lead for Burlington starter Tim Melville (2-4) who allowed four runs (three earned) on six hits over six innings. Derrick Saito struck out three over the final three innings for a save.
Tyson Auer went 1-2 with a triple and scored three runs. Angel Castillo went 1-4 with a solo HR in the second inning and Roberto Lopez was 1-3 with 3 RBI. Alexi Amarista, Matt Crawford and Anel De Los Santos each had a single as the Kernels were held to six hits in the game.
The Kernels and Bees play the second game of their four game set on Friday night at 6:30 pm from Community Field in Burlington. John Rodgers brings you all 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 12 game home stand against the Quad Cities River Bandits. 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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