Matt Harrison Named SAL Pitcher of the Week
Published on May 11, 2005 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Rome Emperors News Release
Rome, GA â Rome Braves pitcher Matt Harrison has earned the BC Powder South Atlantic League Pitcher of the Week honors. Harrison pitched a complete game shutout on May 5, 2005 against the Greenville Bombers to lead the Braves to a 1-0 victory. Harrison scattered 5 hits in his 9.0 innings of work and struck out 8 batters. Harrison is 3-1 on the year and currently leads the league in ERA (0.49), innings pitched (37.0) and is tied for the league lead in shutouts (1).
The Rome Braves continue their road trip in Augusta tonight and return home on Tuesday May 17th to begin an eight game home stand. Tickets are available by calling 706.378.5144.
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