Packer Goes Eight Plus But Costly Error Burns Aeros
Published on July 29, 2011 under Eastern League (EL1)
Akron RubberDucks News Release
AKRON, OH - Left-handed pitcher Matt Packer went 8.2 innings, but Juan Diaz committed a fielding error in the top of the fifth inning that allowed the game's only run to score as the Akron Aeros lost game two of a four-game series to the Erie SeaWolves 1-0 Friday at Canal Park.
Packer allowed the unearned run and suffered the loss for Akron scattering seven hits and striking out six while walking two. His 8.2 innings was the longest start for an Aero this season.
The last nine-inning complete game by an Aero was Jeanmar Gomez's perfect game May 21, 2009 at Trenton.
Left-hander Jay Voss recorded the win for Erie tossing seven scoreless innings, scattering three hits, walking four and striking out two. Right-handed pitcher Tyler Stohr got the last six outs to earn the save.
The Aeros (55-52) and SeaWolves (49-57) will play game three of this four-game series on Saturday. Akron will give the ball to left-handed pitcher Drew Pomeranz, who is 0-1 with a 2.57 ERA in 2011. He will face right-handed pitcher Jacob Turner, who is 3-5 with a 3.48 ERA this season. First pitch is set for 7:05 p.m. The game can be heard on Fox Sports 1350 AM or online at sportsradio1350.com. Coverage begins at 6:50 p.m.
It is a Northeast Ohio Mazda Dealers Celebrity Saturday featuring pre-game entertainment by Radio Disney. Saturday will also feature an appearance by the ZOOperstars! Get ready to be entertained by the hilarious antics of the ZOOperstars! Inflatable mascot mayhem will take place at Canal Park with characters Barack Ollama, Squidney Crosby, Nolan Rhino, Bear Bonds, Harry Canary, and Monkey Mantle running wild throughout the night!
The first 1,000 youngsters 12 and under will receive a Youth Replica Jersey courtesy of Visit Pittsburgh. Finally, it is Scout Campout Night presented by Appalachian Outfitters. Don't miss your chance to spend the night under the stars in the outfield at Canal Park. Call 330-253-5151 for more information on camp out package details. You don't need to be a scout to camp out, you just need to have a good time!
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