Pelicans' Chase Porch Named League Rookie of the Year

Published on August 31, 2010 under American Association (AA)
Pensacola Pelicans News Release


The Pensacola Pelicans are pleased to announce that Chase Porch has been awarded the 2010 American Association Rookie of the Year honors voted on by the league managers and media representatives. Porch signed with the Pelicans in late May after finishing his college career at the University of North Alabama and provided an immediate impact in the starting lineup.

"Chase had a terrific first year; he was a big addition early in the season," commented Pelicans Manager Talmadge "T" Nunnari. "One of his biggest components was that he is hitting over .350 with runners in scoring position, which is a huge contributing piece of the offense."

The 6'1, 195 pound right-handed hitter finished the regular season batting .286 with four homeruns, 14 doubles, and 40 RBI. The East Union, Mississippi native stole nine bases and has been a huge asset in the outfield with a strong arm and great speed to flag down balls all season long. Porch, who was only one of 48 people in his high school's graduating class, sported a 14-game hitting streak from May 29th to June 14th. A few days later, Porch had an eight game-hitting streak from June 18th to June 25th. The man who wears a number two on his back had his best game in a Pelican jersey on June 16th where he went for 4-for-5 with three runs scored and two RBI against the El Paso Diablos. The rookie sensation has had 23 multi-hit games this season.

Chase Porch will be a big key factor in the Pelicans playoff series coming up with the Shreveport-Bossier Captains where he is batting .367 with two homeruns and 12 RBI against them this season.

Playoff tickets are available for the Pelicans two home games this week: Tuesday, August 31 at 6:45 p.m. and Wednesday, September 1 at 6:45 p.m. Fans can call 850-934-8444 or visit www.pensacolapelicans.com for ticket and game information.

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