MWL1 Cedar Rapids Kernels

Kernels take series finale, 9-5, over Lugnuts

Published on April 13, 2008 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release


April 13, 2008 - The Cedar Rapids Kernels scored nine runs and pounded out 10 hits en route to a 9-5 win over the Lansing Lugnuts Sunday afternoon at Dale and Thomas Popcorn Field at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Jeremy Moore was 4 for 4 with and only a home run away from hitting for the cycle and Jay Brossmasn extended his hitting streak to 10 games by going 2 for 4 with a double and RBI. Andrew Romine drove in two runs and scored twice and increased his league-leading stolen base total to seven.

The Kernels roughed up Lansing starter Luis Perez (0-1) for five runs on three hits over three innings. Perez also issued five walks as the Kernels drew seven free passes on the day.

Kernels starter Trevor Reckling (1-0) allowed a run on three hits and struck out four over five innings to earn his first win of the season.

The win improves the Kernels record to 5-5 as Lansing falls to 7-3.

Cedar Rapids now opens a three game series with the Great Lakes Loons, starting Monday, April 14th at 6:30 pm. It will be a Mix 96.5 FM Belly Buster Monday where fans can enjoy all you can eat hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and peanuts for just $7, plus the cost of a ticket. Gates open at 5:30 pm.

Tickets can be ordered on-line, anytime 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.

The current home stand runs through Wednesday, April 16.

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