IL1 Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

Nick Swisher to Play for RailRiders

Published on April 14, 2016 under International League (IL1)
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders News Release


Moosic, Pa. - The New York Yankees announced the signing of infielder Nick Swisher to a Minor League deal on Thursday. Swisher was assigned to the SWB RailRiders and will make his first start tonight at PNC Field. He is scheduled to play at first base and hit sixth in the batting order.

The team begins an eight-game homestand tonight with a 6:35 p.m. first pitch against the Syracuse Chiefs (Washington Nationals). SWB right-hander Tyler Cloyd (0-0, 2.25) will face fellow righty Taylor Jordan (0-0, 1.80). The Thirsty Thursday will feature $1 Bud Lights and Pepsi products. And each Thursday college students can get a $5 lawn walk-up ticket with their college ID. For tickets or more information, please call 570-969-BALL (2255) or visit swbrailriders.com.




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