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Series Preview: Hudson Valley vs. Jamestown

July 30, 2014 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
Jamestown Jammers News Release


JAMESTOWN, NY - Could the Jamestown Jammers be in line for another long winning streak? The team returns home for one of the longest homestand's of the season on a high note, after sweeping the Auburn Doubledays in a doubleheader Tuesday night. Jamestown has won 3 out of its last 4, and currently find themselves 4.5 games back in the Wild Card Standings, with a 19-26 record.

Extending their two game winning streak will be difficult however, as the Hudson Valley Renegades come into town for a three game series. The Renegades have been on fire seemingly all season, and have the best record in the New York-Penn League at 32-13. They currently find themselves in first place in the McNamara division, with a huge nine game lead over the second place Brooklyn Cyclones.

Wednesday will be Community Bank Night at Diethrick Park. Fans can pick up available tickets to the game at Community Bank. Thursday night, the Jammers will welcome the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation and their friends to Diethrick Park for a great night of baseball. Fans can pick up tickets to Thursday's game at the Community Foundation as well.

Jammers Probable Pitchers

Wednesday, July 30th (RHP Austin Coley, 0-1, 13.50 ERA)

Austin Coley: Right-handed pitcher from Nashville, Tennessee. 9th round pick in the 2014 Draft out of the University of Belmont. Has made two starts for the Jammers so far in 2014. In 4 2/3 innings, Coley has given up eight hits, seven runs, has struck out one batter, has an 0-1 record, and an ERA of 13.50.

Thursday, July 31st (RHP Frank Duncan, 1-2, 4.04 ERA)

Frank Duncan: Right-handed pitcher from San Francisco, California. 13th round pick in the 2014 Draft out of the University of Kansas. In eight starts for the Jammers so far this season, Duncan has thrown 35 2/3 innings, given up 39 hits, 17 runs (16 earned), has struck out 21 batters, has a 1-2 record, and an ERA of 4.04

Friday, August 1st (RHP Jake Brigham, 0-0, 0.00 ERA)

Jake Brigham: Currently on a rehab assignment from Triple-A Indianapolis. Has made one start already for the Jammers against Auburn Sunday, July 27th. Threw three innings against the Doubledays, and didn't give up any hits or runs, struck out five, and only surrendered one walk.

Players to Watch (Hudson Valley)

Grant Kay (Infielder): In his last nine games, Kay his hitting a scorching hot .455, with 15 hits in 33 at-bats, one home run, and 8 RBIs. On the season, Kay is hitting .472, with 25 hits in 14 games, nine doubles, two home runs, and 11 RBIs.

Braxton Lee (Outfielder): In his last eight games, Lee is hitting .333, with 11 hits in 33 at-bats, 10 runs scored, and 3 RBIs. On the season, Lee is hitting .298 in 23 games, with 28 hits, three doubles, and eight RBIs.

Players to Watch (Jamestown)

Jake Brigham (Pitcher): Was drafted by the Texas Rangers in the 6th round of the 2006 Draft. Was added to the Rangers 40 man roster in 2011 before being traded to the Chicago Cubs in 2012 for Geovany Soto. Was signed by the Pittsburgh Pirates as a Minor League Free Agent in 2013. In 14 appearances so far this season in Triple-A Indianapolis (13 starts), Brigham has thrown 73 1/2 innings, given up 67 hits, 40 runs (33 earned), has struck out 63 batters, has a 2-5 record, and an ERA of 4.05.

Taylor Gushue (Catcher): In his last five games, Gushue is hitting .389, with seven hits in 18 at-bats, and three runs driven in over that span. On the season, he is hitting .273, with five home runs, eight doubles, and 22 RBIs.

Kevin Krause (Catcher): Hit a walk-off home run in Saturday's Jammer win against the Batavia Muckdogs. Is currently fourth in the New York-Penn League in home runs, with seven. Also leads the Jammers in RBIs, with 29.

Fans, as the Jammers are set to begin a six-game homestand at the historic Diethrick Park, check out this great article written by the President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce, Todd Tranum, about the Jammers and their profound impact in the local community.

Chamber Corner for July 27th

Keep Jamestown in the Game

Have you been to a Jamestown Jammers game yet? What are you waiting for? The Jammers have six games scheduled on their home field at Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. Park starting Wednesday, July 30. So there's plenty of time for you to head out to the ballpark for a great evening!

Minor League baseball has a long history in Jamestown. For 75 years we have been home to a Minor League baseball team. Not only is it a terrific spectator sport, it has also contributed significantly to our local economy. Minor League Baseball makes a nearly $3-million impact on our local economy each year, including expenditures by players, coaches, families, and fans.

This year is a pivotal year for the Jamestown Jammers. With other communities working hard to entice a Minor League team, local people are working hard to make sure the Jamestown team stays put. Attendance at the games is crucial in order to demonstrate our community's commitment to the game and the team.

It's an inexpensive way to pass an evening, and our ballpark adjacent to the Jamestown Community College campus on Falconer Street is a spectacular place to spend a summer night. We strongly encourage you to check out an upcoming Jammers game, and get ready for an enjoyable evening that could make a huge difference to keep the Jammers in Jamestown.



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