Lugs/Caps Rained Out, Doubleheader Thursday
Published on July 27, 2011 under Midwest League (MWL1)
Lansing Lugnuts News Release
COMSTOCK PARK, Mich. - The Lansing Lugnuts (20-10, 58-39) and the West Michigan Whitecaps (16-14, 48-51) were rained out on Wednesday night at Fifth-Third Ballpark, with a 6:00 p.m. double-header scheduled for Thursday night.
Right-hander Tyler Powell (2-1, 3.34) will head to the mound for Lansing in the first of the two seven-inning matchups, countering West Michigan southpaw Kyle Ryan (4-8, 3.66).
In the nightcap, Lugnuts left-hander Egan Smith (4-4, 3.82) will battle with Whitecaps lefty Alex Burgos (5-1, 1.91).
It will be Lansing's third doubleheader against West Michigan this season; the Lugnuts swept the previous two twinbills. Overall, the Lugs are 6-2 in four doubleheaders in 2011.
The Lugnuts return to Cooley Law School Stadium to take on the Lake County Captains and the South Bend Silver Hawks in a seven-game homestand stretching from Saturday, July 30th, to Friday, August 5th. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.lansinglugnuts.com, at the stadium box office, and by calling 517-485-4500.
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