Lugnuts Catcher Hissey Promoted to Dunedin
Published on May 31, 2017 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Lansing Lugnuts News Release
LANSING, Mich. - In conjunction with the Toronto Blue Jays, the Lansing Lugnuts announced Wednesday that catcher Ryan Hissey has been promoted to A-Advanced Dunedin, with catcher Ridge Smith received to Extended Spring Training in a corresponding move.
In his second season with the Lugnuts, the 23-year-old Hissey was batting .255 with two homers, including a grand slam, and 22 RBIs. This is his first trip to the Florida State League.
Lansing plays a 12:00 noon game today at Lake County, the second game of a three-game series. The Lugnuts return home for a three-game series against the Dayton Dragons from June 6-8.
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