Offensive Explosion Powers Tobs

Published on July 12, 2012 under Coastal Plain League (Coastal Plain)
Wilson Tobs News Release


WILSON, N.C - The Wilson Tobs snapped a three-game losing streak by scoring five runs in the second inning and smothered the visiting Petersburg Generals, 11-3 in front of 1,275 fans on Thursday night at Historic Fleming Stadium.

Wilson (14-24, 5-5) came to bat against Alex Caravella (L, 3-2) in a scoreless game in the second inning and put up five runs on three hits. Zack Lee delivered the big blow of the inning for the Tobs with a two-run double to left field.

However, the offensive show was not finish as the Tobacconists added a trio of runs as Trey Whaley hammered a ball over the wall in left field for a three-run home run.

Petersburg (3-8, 17-22) had its best shot offensively in the second innings as they loaded the bases against Wilson starter, Kevin Berry (W, 2-0) but could not score as the Tobs coasted to the 11-3 victory.

Wilson returns to action on Friday afternoon at 5:00 for a suspended-game doubleheader at Edenton. The Tobs return to Historic Fleming Stadium on Saturday night when they host the Fayetteville SwampDogs at 7:05.

The Wilson Tobs are a proud member of the Coastal Plain League, the nation's hottest summer collegiate baseball league. Celebrating its 16th season in 2012, the CPL features 14 teams playing in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. The CPL gives college players the chance to refine their skills with the use of wooden bats. Players are housed with local families for the summer and past experiences have been very positive for both the players and hosts. Furthermore, the CPL has had over 1,000 alumni drafted and 52 alums - including 2011 AL MVP and CY Young winner Justin Verlander - make their Major League debut thus far. For more information on the Coastal Plain League, please visit the league website at http://www.coastalplain.com, and be sure to friend us on Facebook (at http://www.facebook.com/coastalplainleague) and follow us via Twitter (at cpleague).

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