RiverHawks, RailCats suspended because of rain
June 18, 2010 - Northern League (NL)
Rockford RiverHawks News Release
GARY, Ind. - Friday's game between the Rockford RiverHawks and Gary SouthShore RailCats was suspended because of rain. The RiverHawks led, 2-1, after three innings when thunderstorms brought play to a halt for the night.
Play will resume at 6 p.m. Saturday, with the regularly scheduled game, shortened to seven innings, to follow.
Friday's start was delayed by 2 hours, nine minutes because of an earlier line of thunderstorms.
In the third inning, the RiverHawks rallied for two runs to take the lead. Jason James tied the game with a RBI groundout. Rich Austin singled to right field to drive in the go-ahead run.
Saturday's games are not scheduled for broadcast.
The RiverHawks are home at 6:05 p.m. Monday to finish another suspended game, against Fargo-Moorhead, and play the regularly scheduled game. It's the WIFR-Channel 23 Buyout Night.
The RiverHawks are members of the Northern League, an eight-team independent professional baseball league in its 18th season. Advertising and ticket information is available by calling (815) 885-2255. Games are broadcast live on ESPN 1380 (WTJK-AM) and on ESPN1380.com. Fans can also visit the RiverHawks online at www.rockfordriverhawks.com.
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