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Rafters Play Two in Kalamazoo

August 1, 2018 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters News Release


Wisconsin Rapids Rafters on the pitching mound
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters on the pitching mound
(Wisconsin Rapids Rafters)

Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. - The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters (27-32, 12-12 2nd half) will finish their season series against the Kalamazoo Growlers (37-23, 13-12 2nd half). This is the second day-night doubleheader between the two clubs. The last came on June 27th at Witter Field. The Rafters split the series with Kalamazoo falling in game one, 12-8, and winning game two, 14-11.

Last night, the Rafters dropped a two-run lead late to the Rivets. Rockford scored four times on three bases-loaded walks and an RBI base hit.

In game one, the Rafters will send Josh Aguilar (0-2, 5.28 ERA) to the mound. Aguilar will be making his first start of the year but eighth total appearance for Wisconsin Rapids. In 15.1 innings pitched, Aguilar has allowed 24 hits, with eight strikeouts and 10 walks. The righty has pitched extended relief for the Rafters this year throwing 4.1 innings against the Green Bay Bullfrogs on July 15th.

Kalamazoo will start Foster Anschutz (0-0, 4.50) in game one. This Anshutz's first start of the year but third total appearance. The sophomore from Eastern Illinois has allowed an earned run in two relief innings.

First pitch for game one at Homer Stryker Field is at 12:05 pm CT/1:05 pm ET. Game two will start at 6:05 pm CT/7:05 pm ET.




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