Kingsport Blanks Bristol Behind Dominant Pitching Performance
July 19, 2023 - Appalachian League (ApL)
Kingsport Axmen News Release
KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Just hours after being named to the Appalachian League All Star Team, Kingsport right-handed pitcher Ricky Reeth took to the mound for another start for Kingsport.
Reeth had some of his best stuff going, as did his fellow relievers, Will Shelton and Nick Bruno. Together, the trio combined to allow just three hits and two walks, as well as collecting a total of nine strikeouts as the Kingsport Axmen (18-20) blanked the Bristol State Liners (16-21) by a score of 3-0 on Wednesday.
Kingsport again scored first in the contest, as Mayes White singled home Andrew Citron to give Kingsport a 1-0 lead.
The Axmen extended their lead in the bottom of the second as Kyle Booker singled home Corbin Shaw to make it 2-0.
Kingsport tacked on the final run in the bottom of the fourth after a pair of Bristol fielding errors allowed Andrew Citron to score again. Citron, who was celebrating his 20th birthday, picked up two hits in four at-bats in the win.
Mayes White had two singles and stole a pair of bases on the night. Kyle Booker also had a hit and reached all three times at the plate.
Kingsport tagged Bristol starter and 2023 Appalachian League All-Star Selection Brandon Decker for seven hits and three runs (two earned), handing him his first loss of the season.
For Kingsport, Reeth evened his pitching record at 2-2 on the season with the win, while Nick Bruno completed his first save opportunity of the year.
The Axmen are back in action on Thursday as they welcome the Pulaski River Turtles to town for a two game set. First pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m.
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