River Bats Sign Ace Right-Hander Urban
April 21, 2011 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
St. Cloud River Bats News Release
(ST. CLOUD, MN) - The River Bats added more depth to their pitching staff Thursday with the signing of Hutchinson Community College right-hander Andrew Urban. The sophomore has committed to play at Creighton University next season.
"Andrew is going to be a very versatile arm for us this summer," River Bats Managing Partner Joel Sutherland said. "He has been very impressive for Hutchinson Community College as a reliever and as a starter."
As of today, Urban leads the Blue Dragons with 39 strikeouts in 47.2 innings of work. The Lawrence, Kan., native has appeared in 14 games, six of which have been starts. Urban has logged five complete games and opponents are hitting .229 against him. Urban has also saved two games.
Last season as a freshman, Urban saved 11 games and posted a 1.13 earned run average in 25 appearances.
"It will be nice to have a guy who can come in - no matter the situation - and compete and battle," River Bats Field Manager Ben Quinto said.
NOTES:
River Bats single game tickets go on sale this Saturday, April 23 at 9 a.m. Fans can purchase tickets at the River Bats Ticket Office in the west end of the Municipal Athletic Complex as well as online at www.riverbats.com or over the phone at 320-240-9798.
The River Bats home opener is slated for June 3 at 7:05 p.m against the Duluth Huskies. The organization is expected to release its opening day guest and full promotional schedule next week. Keep up to date on Facebook and Twitter.
The River Bats are celebrating their 15th Anniversary Season.
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