RiverHawks Sign Pitcher
Published on July 2, 2012 under Frontier League (FL)
Rockford RiverHawks News Release
LOVES PARK, Ill. - The Rockford RiverHawks have signed a former Chicago White Sox farmhand.
The RiverHawks announced on Monday that they have signed pitcher Blake Drake. The White Sox took Drake out of Indiana State University in the 22nd round last season. Drake went 3-2 with a 4.39 earned-run average in 17 appearances with Great Falls of the Rookie-level Pioneer League. The right-hander struck out 16 and walked 11 in 26 2/3 innings.
The RiverHawks are members of the Frontier League, an independent professional baseball league in its 20th season. Games are broadcast live on WNTA (100.5 FM). Advertising and season-ticket information is available by calling (815) 885-2255. Fans can also visit www.rockfordriverhawks.com.
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