Outlaws' Offence Explodes To Beat Caps 13-5
July 9, 2011 - North American League (NAmL)
Edmonton Capitals News Release
Chico, CA - The Edmonton Capitals put double digits in the runs column en route to three straight victories earlier this week during their series with the Chico Outlaws, but it was their opponent's turn to pile on the offence on Friday in a 13-5 decision.
The Caps actually held a 5-4 lead on the Outlaws midway through the seventh inning of Friday's game at Nettleton Stadium, but Chico scored four in the bottom half of the inning and five more in the eighth to cruise to the eight-run victory. Edmonton's record fell to 26-16 with their second consecutive defeat.
Third baseman Carlos Duncan continued his stellar hitting this series, going 3-for-4 on Friday and driving in a run. Left fielder Todd Linden had a pair of hits and a pair of RBI, while catcher Nick Valdez also had two hits and drove in a run. Pitchers Alexander Francisco, Brandon Villafuerte and David Davidson each struggled with Chico's hitters, though the Caps committed four errors in the game to contribute to the loss.
First baseman Brian McFall and right fielder Jake Rife did the majority of the offensive damage for the Outlaws, as McFall hit a home run, scored three runs and had three RBI, while Rife had two hits, two runs scored and three RBI. Chico pitcher Jason Stevenson struck out 11 Caps and gave up four earned runs through eight innings to earn the victory.
The Caps and Outlaws have two games remaining to wrap up their lengthy nine-game series, to be played Saturday and Sunday at 8:05 p.m. MT. Edmonton then plays three games in Calgary against the Vipers July 12-14.
The Caps finally make their return to TELUS Field to host the Vipers and continue the battle of Alberta July 15-17. The Friday game is another Fireworks Friday presented by 92.5 JOE FM, while the Sunday afternoon game is Cheemo Ukrainian Day, as well as Family Pack Sunday presented by Dental Choice and 630 CHED, as fans can purchase four tickets, four hot dogs and four Pepsi products for just $52.
The Capitals are the city's most affordable entertainment option in the summer featuring Edmonton's largest patio! Season seats start at less than $9 per seat. Individual game tickets start at $10 in advance and can be purchased at the Capitals Box Office (10233 - 96 Ave) during regular business hours Monday through Friday, at any Ticketmaster location, online at capsbaseball.ca or via phone at 780-414-GOAL (4625).
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