Northwoods Wisconsin Rapids Rafters

Rafters Host Mallards in Afternoon Showdown

Published on May 31, 2015 under Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters News Release


Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. - The Rafters dropped a close one last night, falling 3-2 in the first game of their series with the Madison Mallards. Pitching was the story for both teams as Derek Kawlewski (Rhode Island) threw a gem for the Rafters, going seven strong innings and striking out seven Mallards. Madison got a great collective effort on the mound as four different pitchers were able to hold the Rafters to only two runs. Offensively, the Rafters were able to get production from Demetrius Sims (Bethune-Cookman), who had two RBI's on the evening, and Jake Sandlin (Georgia College) stayed hot at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a double.

Sunday's meeting with the Mallards marks the second game of the season series with the Rafters rivals from Madison. First pitch is scheduled for 5:05 p.m.

Taking the ball for the Rafters tonight will be John Jaeger, who will be making his second start of the year. The Tracy, Calif. native made his first start this season in game two of the May 27 doubleheader against the Wisconsin Woodchucks, which was suspended after four innings because of rain. Jaeger pitched two innings in the game, allowing four runs and striking out three.

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