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Royals Struggle Offensively in 5-2 Loss against Braves

Published on August 23, 2019 under Appalachian League (ApL)
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Danville, Va. - The Royals offense halted again on Wednesday in a 5-2 loss to the Danville Braves. Following a loss to Greeneville last night, it's the first set of back-to-back losses for Burlington since August 2-3 against Kingsport.

Danville loaded the bases in the bottom of the second inning before Brandon Parker was plunked by a fastball, allowing Mason Berne to score and put the Braves up 1-0. The lead extended to 3-0 shortly after on a two-run single from shortstop Beau Philip.

Later, in the fourth, Garrett Saunders torched a double that plated Cody Birdsong to make it 4-0.

Burlington did manage to put up some runs in the top of the sixth. Jay Charleston scored on a wild pitch and Maikel Garcia brought in Jack Gethings on a groundout to cut the deficit to 4-2.

In the ninth, down 5-2, the Royals had the bases loaded with one out. However, no one came around as Albinson Volquez (3) completed the save without damage.

Braves reliever Tanner Gordon (2-1) earned the win while Royals starter Heribert Garcia (1-1) took the loss.

Burlington is back in Danville on Thursday night for the final meeting between the two teams of 2019. First pitch is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.

Single-game tickets are on sale now. Call 336-222-0223 or visit www.burlingtonroyals.com for more information.

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