
Mallards Set to Play Contest against Rafters
June 16, 2019 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Madison Mallards News Release
MADISON, Wis.- Last night, the Madison Mallards (14-5) split a two game series with the Wisconsin Woodchucks after blowing a three-run lead in the top of the fifth and a two-run lead in the top of the seventh inning. Despite the defeat, every single player in the starting lineup reached base safely at least one time.
Even with the loss the Mallards remain on top in the Great Lakes West division.
This afternoon the Mallards are competing against their second cross-state rival, the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters (10-8). The Rafters are currently in second place, three and a half games behind the Mallards in the Great Lakes West division.
Today's matchup marks the third time the two teams have met this season. The first time ended in a Mallards sweep, but a Rafters sweep in their next meeting evened the record at 2-2.
Starting on the mound for the Mallards is RHP Lowell Schipper (Richmond). The matchup against the Rafters marks Schippers fourth start of the season. He currently holds a 2-1 record with triumphs over the Lakeshore Chinooks (6-13) and Kokomo Jackrabbits (10-9). His last start was against the Rafters on June 9. He currently holds a 2.40 ERA, has accumulated 13 strikeouts and only eight walks over 15 innings pitched.
First pitch is set for 1:05 and the afternoon will feature an ode to the dad bod with dad bod shirsey giveaway, a post-game father-daughter dance, and Stoddard's Country Grove Meat Market meat raffle. Any dad in attendance will also receive a free brat, hat, and 16oz beer! Gates will open at 12:05 p.m. Hear every pitch of the 2019 Mallards' season live on The Zone, 96.7 FM and 1670 AM.
Northwoods League Stories from June 16, 2019
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- Rox Win Thriller over Duluth at the Rock Pile - St. Cloud Rox
- Huskies Fall in Tight Contest at St. Cloud - Duluth Huskies
- Booyah Shine on Father's Day - Green Bay Rockers
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- Waterloo Falls 10-3 to Thunder Bay - Waterloo Bucks
- Mallards Drop Second Straight Game - Madison Mallards
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- Complete Game Shutout for Jones, Pit Spitters Win 2-0 - Traverse City Pit Spitters
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- Pit Spitters Have First Dime Hot Dog Night on Monday - Traverse City Pit Spitters
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