Ottawa Lynx Homestand Preview

Published on July 12, 2006 under International League (IL1)
Ottawa Lynx News Release


The Ottawa Lynx return home tomorrow, Thursday, July 13th for a quick two-day, three-game series against the Rochester Red Wings (Triple-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins). The Lynx and Red Wings meet tomorrow night at 7:05 pm for a doubleheader to start the series, before Friday's 7:05 pm game. Ottawa is in Rochester for games on July 15-16th before returning home for an eight-game homestand on July 17th.

Probable Pitchers for the Lynx / Rochester series:

Thursday, July 13th - 7:05 pm - Ottawa RHP Tim Kester (3-1, 3.50) vs. Rochester RHP Mike Smith (6-4, 4.03)

Thursday, game two - Ottawa RHP Brian Bowles (5-5, 3.11) vs. TBA

Friday, July 14th - 7:05 pm - Ottawa LHP Brian Burres (8-4, 3.24) vs. Rochester RHP Boof Bonser (3-2, 2.01)

Lynx on the Radio: Each and every Lynx game of the 2006 season can be heard over the internet, by clicking on the "Listen Live" link at www.ottawalynx.com. Shawn McCart, the "Voice of the Lynx" will call all of the exciting action.

Ottawa Lynx News and Notes:

LEADERBOARD LOOK: Lynx OF Keith Reed has an IL-leading 29 two-base hits this season ... The Lynx have a few names in addition to Reed in the IL leaderboard ... Julio Manon's 19 saves are tied for the IL lead ... 3B Fernando Tatis' .309 batting average has him 8th in the IL, while his 94 hits are the 4th most in the League ... Lynx 1B Andy Tracy is 2nd in the IL with 18 homers, is 4th in the IL with 55 RBI and is 4th in extra base hits with 39 ... Tracy has also walked 47 times, tied for 4th most in the IL.

THIS AND THAT: The Lynx sit at the All-Star break with a 45-46 record ... In 2005, Ottawa had a 45-45 record at the break ... The Lynx are currently 4th in the IL in batting (.262) and 8th in ERA (3.60) ... The Lynx have hit 71 homers this season, which is fourth best in the IL .... Ottawa has never finished higher then 8th in the IL in homers in franchise history ... Andy Tracy is on pace for 29 homers, which would be the most in franchise history.

PITCHING IN: The Lynx pitching staff has a team ERA of 3.17 in July, the second best mark in the IL. The Lynx starting staff has been incredibly effective in July, posting a 1.73 ERA in 10 games (11 earned runs in 57.1 innings) while the relievers have struggled to find their groove, giving up 17 runs in 25.0 innings of work (6.12 ERA).

MANON AN ALL-STAR: Lynx closer RHP Julio Manon was named to the IL All-Star team and will be at the Triple-A All-Star Game in Toledo tonight. Manon is tied for the IL lead with 19 saves.

Lynx Transactions Since Ottawa's Last Home Game:

July 2 OF Todd Donovan transferred to Double-A Bowie from Ottawa.
July 2 OF Tony Alvarez transferred to Ottawa from Double-A Bowie.
July 3 LHP Craig Anderson placed on the regular disabled list.
July 3 RHP Cory Morris transferred to Ottawa from Double-A Bowie.
July 6 OF Luis Terrero has his contract purchased by Baltimore.
July 10 SS Ed Rogers optioned to Ottawa from Baltimore.
July 10 LHP Craig Anderson activated from the disabled list, assigned to Single-A Frederick.

Upcoming Promotions At Lynx Stadium:

Tuesday, July 18th, 7:05 pm - 25-cent HOT DOG DAY & Jr. Lynx Club Tuesday. Hot dogs are only 25-cents at our concession stands - get 4 hot dogs for only a buck! And with our Jr. Lynx Club Tuesday, Jr. Lynx Club members get in FREE at Tuesday home games with the purchase of an adult ticket and have the chance to stand on the field with Lynx players during the anthems. Membership is only $10 and you can sign up at the stadium!

Sunday, July 23rd, 1:05 pm - Tribute to Jackie Robinson presented by NCAAA & Exteriors by Design Family Fun Day. Join us as we pay tribute to Jackie Robinson and the 60th anniversary of his season with the Montreal Royals! Former teammates of Jackie Robinson George "Shotgun" Shuba and Jean-Pierre Roy will be on-hand during a memorable pre-game ceremony and will be available to sign autographs during the first part of the game. Lynx players will be wearing commemorative jerseys in Jackie's honour and the jerseys will be up for auction during the game! Proceeds to benefit Young Canadians, a group that distributes money to local charities and sports organizations. This day is also our Exteriors by Design Family Fun Day (every Sunday game for the rest of the season)! Kids can enjoy clowns, face painting, the Fun Zone and prizes! Get 4 tickets, 4 pop, and 4 hot dogs for only $40! (Ticket package is only available at the Lynx Box Office) After the game, kids can come down on the field and run the bases! (weather permitting)

In addition to the great promotions, fans can also venture up to the Upper Deck Sports Bar on the third floor of Lynx Stadium. The Upper Deck features nightly food specials and 25 cent chicken wings available after each Lynx home game!

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