Roberts Starts Strong But Bullfrogs Lose
August 8, 2012 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Green Bay Rockers News Release
After stranding the bases loaded the first two innings, the Bullfrogs dropped game one of a three game series to the Eau Claire Express 5-2 at Carson Park on Tuesday.
The Bullfrogs loaded the bases in the first two innings on six walks, without picking up a base hit. Jason McMurray struck out to end the threat in the first inning, and David Armendariz did the same in the second.
The Bullfrogs stranded ten runners on the night, nine of which were in the first four innings.
Eau Claire starter Sean Renzi walked eight batters and hit another in four innings of work, but struck out five, gave up only one hit, and held the Bullfrogs scoreless.
In his first start of the season, Bullfrogs pitch Matt Roberts went five scoreless to start before running into trouble in the frantic sixth inning.
All scoring on both sides was done in the sixth frame. The Bullfrogs tacked on two with a Collin Shaw double and a Brian Celsi sacrifice fly to take a 2-0.
The Express responded immediately and took the lead for good in the bottom half of the sixth inning. Four runs were charged to Roberts, who ran into trouble in the frame. He was relieved by Bud Jeter, who gave up one earned run in the five run frame. Five hits amounted to the five runs for the Express, and they took a 5-2 lead.
Josh Scheffert earned his first save of the season for the Express.
The Bullfrogs stranded 10 runners on base during the game.
The Bullfrogs play game two of a three game series tomorrow in Eau Claire. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35. You can go to www.greenbaybullfrogs.com to watch or listen live.
The Bullfrogs return home to host the La Crosse Loggers on Friday in what will be the final home series of the season. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05. Join us at Joannes Stadium for an exciting Friday night. It will be Pink in the Park night. The Bullfrogs will wear pink jerseys to raise awareness for breast cancer. Also, Friday is FrogToberFest 2012 presented by Miller. Pint glasses will be raffled off throughout the game. Tickets are still available.
Northwoods League Stories from August 8, 2012
- Rafters Silence Bombers 7-0 - Wisconsin Rapids Rafters
- 'Dogs Stomp Stingers - Mankato MoonDogs
- Stingers Fall in Final Road Game, 10-5 - Willmar Stingers
- Loggers Offense Stays Hot, Chucks Fall 18-2 - Wausau Woodchucks
- Honkers Lose Despite Three Home Runs - Rochester Honkers
- Rafters Shut Out Bombers at Home - Battle Creek Battle Jacks
- "Duck Pond" Ready for Pondamonium - Madison Mallards
- Final Home Stand Goose Droppings - Rochester Honkers
- Mallards Welcome Roy Sievers to the "Duck Pond" - Madison Mallards
- Podein Is Honkers Final Celebrity Server - Rochester Honkers
- Mallards Look to Continue Success against Chinooks - Madison Mallards
- Bombers Look to Strikeout ALS on August 9th Game - Battle Creek Battle Jacks
- Beetles Victimized by Willmar Rally - Alexandria Beetles
- Rox Win Sixth Straight, Still in Playoff Hunt - St. Cloud Rox
- Roberts Starts Strong But Bullfrogs Lose - Green Bay Rockers
- Suchy's Two Homers Lead Stingers to 5-3 Victory - Willmar Stingers
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
