MWL1 Cedar Rapids Kernels

Kernels use four-run eighth inning in 8-4 win over Loons

Published on July 14, 2008 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Cedar Rapids Kernels News Release


July 13, 2008 - The Cedar Rapids Kernels used a four run eighth inning to break open a tie game en route to an 8-4 win over the Great Lakes Loons on Sunday afternoon in Midland, MI. Jay Brossman had a 2 RBI single and Tyler Johnson a 2 RBI double as the Kernels improved to 14-9 in the second half and 46-45 overall.

Kernels starter Robert Fish allowed two runs on five hits and struck out nine over six innings, but did not figure in the final decision. Tim Kiely (1-0) pitched two innings of relief to pick up his first win as a Kernel.

Brossman finished the game 2 for 5 with 3 RBI and Johnson was 2 for 2 with two doubles and 2 RBI as the Kernels pounded out 10 hits in the game. Hector Estrella was 2 for 5 with a double and 2 RBI and Julio Perez was 2 for 4 with a double.

The Kernels wrap up a three game series with Great Lakes on Monday night at 6:05 pm. John Rodgers brings you the play-by-play action on the internet at www.kernels.com , and on the radio home of Kernels baseball in eastern Iowa, 1450 KMRY.

Cedar Rapids opens a six game home stand on Wednesday, July 16 with games against Dayton and South Bend. 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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