Pelican Post

June 2, 2004 - Central Baseball League (Central League)
Pensacola Pelicans News Release


There are many fun and exciting things going on at Pelican Park, besides great baseball! If you weren't able to make the last two games, you missed some good baseball and good fun! On Memorial Day, we showed our appreciation to the military as the 'Pels won 6-1. Last night, we beat Jackson again 5-4, despite a last chance effort in the 9th by Jackson. Here are some other FUN things coming up for you to enjoy.

Wednesday, June 2, 2004 – Hardball Bingo

Hardball Bingo is back for a third night at Pelican Park. Everyone gets a bingo card for a chance to win prizes every inning and the winning bingo card gets a family 4-pack of tickets to come back to another Pelicans game. This fun, interactive game keeps you involved in the game and is easy to play. This will be the third game of a three game series against the Jackson Senators. Gates open at 6:00 and first pitch is at 7:05. See you there!

Sun Parts Rainy Skies and Shines on the Pelicans

Pelican's fans enjoyed a great game in the coolest weather of the summer. The Pelicans extended their winning streak to three by beating the Jackson Senators 5-4.

Pensacola scored first in the fourth inning when Larry Bethea got an infield single and advanced to second base by an over-throw from Senators third baseman, Matt Sanchez. Josey Shannon then doubled to the left center field gap scoring Bethea to give the Pelicans the early lead of 1-0. The Pelicans added two more in the 7th and two in the 8th.

In the 8th, Carlos Mendoza reached on an infield single. Designated hitter, George Branch, then sent a Reid Casey fastball over the left center field wall for a two run homerun, his fourth of the the year, to give the Pelicans a 5-1 lead going into the 9th.

Things got interesting in the Senators half of the 9th. Pelican pitcher, Jimmy Gregg hit Tyson Boston to lead things off, then managed to walk Nick Sorenson, Azarias Corbeil, and Matt Sanchez, scoring Boston, literally giving the Senators their second run. Byron Batson came on to pick up Gregg. Catcher, Matt Tindell then allowed a pass ball to score Corbeil, then threw the ball past the pitcher to score Sorenson making the score 5-4. That is where the game would end giving the Pelicans their 11th game of the year and improving to 11-14. The loss drops Jackson to 11-13.

Pelicans pitcher, Trey Stephens got the win and once again pitched brilliantly, going 7 innings, giving up 0 runs on 4 hits and had 4 strikeouts. Stephens improves his record to (2-3). The Pelicans were able to hand Jackson pitcher, Rusty Camp, his first loss of the season, sending him to (3-1).

On the Road Again

On June 3, the Pelicans take off on a six game road trip over eight days. The Pelicans first stop is in Amarillo for the first meeting between the Dillas. Pensacola then heads to San Angelo to take on the Colts for a three game series. The Pelicans return home on June 11 to host the Amarillo Dillas for a four game series.

Who likes Austin Powers? – Yeah Baby!!

Airwave Dave will be here on Friday and Saturday, June 11 and 12. Dave is an Austin Powers impersonator who sings, acts, dresses, walks, talks and plays the piano just like the real Austin Powers. He will be entertaining Pelicans fans for those two days with different jokes, skits and games on the field. This is sure to be a great time.

Friday night, Dave will make his way downtown to Rosie O'Grady's in the Seville Quarter for a little dueling piano action after the game. How else better to spend your Friday then go to Pelicans game and watch Austin Powers then follow him downtown to play some music?

Boy Scouts on the Field

The Girl Scouts had their day, now its time to make way for the Boy Scouts. Boy Scout Camp Out 2004 is here. Boy Scout troops will be camping out on under the stars at Pelican Park on Friday, June 11. Acadamy Sports & Outdoors is proud to sponsor this night. The scouts will be able to enjoy the game and then pitch a tent in the outfield and watch a movie!! Spots are still available, if your troop is interested, please Jason @ 934-8444.

Get Your Tickets

All though a large number of fans are coming to every game, there are still a few party decks and premium seats available for games. Call now to reserve your seats for the best entertainment in town!



Central Baseball League Stories from June 2, 2004


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