Pit Spitters Offense Explodes in Series Opening Victory
June 14, 2019 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Traverse City Pit Spitters News Release
Traverse City, MI - On a night marred by rain and wind, it was the Pit Spitters offense that stole the show as they scored 11 runs on 20 hits to take game one of a two game series with the Kalamazoo Growlers, 11-1.
The home side started the scoring early, plating four runs in the first, behind an RBI Andrew Morrow (JR Michigan State) double. They would proceed to post five additional scoring innings. Every Pit Spitters starter recorded at least one hit, with seven batters going for multiple hits. The Pit Spitters also slugged eight extra base hits. Leading the attack was center fielder Jake Wilson (JR Bowling Green,) who lashed four hits, two RBIs, and scored two runs. He was joined by shortstop Michael Slaton (JR Benedictine,) who clubbed two doubles and a single in his five trips to the plate.
On the mound, Andrew Hoffman (FR Oakland) was dominant for his third straight start. He pitched seven innings, allowing one run on two hits and three walks, while striking out nine. That runs his record to 3-0 and marks his second consecutive quality start. The loss falls to Growlers starter Michael Paredes (FR San Diego State,) who allowed eight runs in his 3.2 innings of work.
The Pit Spitters return to action Saturday with a 7:05 p.m. rematch with the Kalamazoo Growlers. Every Saturday is "Sizlin' Saturday," at Pit Spitters Park, with a different theme each week. This week, the theme is Princess Night. Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, Elsa, and Repunzal will be on hand and the first 500 princesses through the gates will receive their own tiara. Gates will open at 6:00 p.m.
Tickets are available online at www.pitspitters.com. Prices are $6 for lawn and $10 for box seats. Season and group tickets are still on sale and can be purchased by calling (231) 943-0100. Season ticket options include 5-game, 10-game, half-season, and full-season packages. Each package offers different amenities including discounts on tickets, VIP parking, merchandise, early access to games, exclusive event invites and more. In addition to these packages, there are also 5-game patio table and 10-game patio table options available that include additional discounts and full wait service. Groups of 20 or more may reserve tickets for any 2019 game. They are available in the box seat and lawn sections. Groups will receive a discount on tickets, their name announced during the game and receive discounts on souvenirs and parking.
Complete schedule and ticket information including season tickets, group prices and perks is available at www.pitspitters.com.
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