Series Preview: Vermont vs. Jamestown
July 12, 2014 - New York-Penn League (NYPL)
Jamestown Jammers News Release
Series Preview: Vermont Lake Monsters (11-17) vs. Jamestown Jammers (9-18)
*Saturday July 12th: 7:05pm*
*Sunday July 13th: 4:05pm*
*Monday July 14th: 7:05pm*
After snapping their 10 game losing streak, Jammers looking to build momentum against Lake Monsters
JAMESTOWN, NY - Things finally came together for the Jamestown Jammers Friday night. The offense pounded out 11 hits, led by Carl Anderson and Kevin Ross, who had two apiece, and starting pitcher, Marek Minarik, turned in a fine performance on the mound (5IP, 2 hits, and only one run allowed).
The Jammers now open up a 3-game series with the Vermont Lake Monsters. The Lake Monsters are coming off of a win as well against the Williamsport Crosscutters, but they currently find themselves in last place in the Stedler division, with an 11-17 record.
Tonight's game will begin at 7:05pm. Gates will open at 6. Don't forget to bring your dog down to the park for "Bark in the Park" presented by Nestle Purina One. There will be a "best looking dog contest," a doggie parade, and there will be opportunities to win many different prizes.
Probable Pitchers
Saturday, July 12th: LHP Jerad Grundy (Vermont, 0-3, 3.51 ERA) vs. RHP Tyler Eppler (Jamestown, 0-1, 3.86 ERA)
Jerad Grundy: Has made five starts for the Lake Monsters so far in 2014. In 25 2/3 innings, he has given up 29 hits, has struck out 22 batters, has an 0-3 record, and an ERA of 3.51.
Tyler Eppler: Has made 5 starts for the Jammers in 2014. In 21 innings, he has given up 19 hits, has only surrendered three walks, has struck out 15, has an 0-1 record, and an ERA of 3.86.
Sunday, July 13th: LHP Jose Torres (Vermont, 0-3, 5.73 ERA) vs. RHP Alex McRae (Jamestown, 0-1, 3.10 ERA)
Jose Torres: Has made five apperances, and four starts for Vermont so far this season. In 22 innings, he has given up 26 hits, has struck out 9 batters, has an 0-3 record, and an ERA of 3.51.
Alex McRae: Has made five starts so far for the Jammers this season. In 20 1/3 innings, he has given up 18 hits, struck out 13 batters, only surrendered five walks, has an 0-1 record, and an ERA of 3.10.
Monday, July 14th: RHP Cristhian Perez (Vermont, 1-1, 4.73 ERA) vs. RHP Montana DuRapau (Jamestown, 0-0, 1.50 ERA)
Cristhian Perez: Has made five starts for Vermont in 2014. In 26 2/3 innings, he has given up 30 hits, struck out 17 batters, has an 0-3 record, and an ERA of 5.73.
Montana DuRapau: In six appearances this season (three starts), DuRapau has thrown 18 innings, has recorded 15 strikeouts, given up 18 hits, only walked two, has not factored in a decision, and has an ERA of 1.50.
Players to Watch (Vermont)
Joe Bennie (Infielder): Bennie currently is fifth in the New York-Penn League with a .351 batting average. In 27 games, he has collected 34 hits, which leads the team.
Yairo Munoz (Infielder): In 25 games so far this season, Munoz is hitting .315, has 28 hits, has hit five doubles, two triples, and one home run.
Players to Watch (Jamestown)
Andrew Lambo (Infielder/Outfielder): The former Pittsburgh Pirate has collected a hit in both games he has played during his rehab assignment in Jamestown. He should make several more appearances this series as well.
Carl Anderson (Outfielder): Currently sits 7th in the New York-Penn League with a .327 batting average. Also leads the league in hits, with 37.
Kevin Ross (Infielder): After somewhat of a slow start this season, Ross has really picked it up of late. He has raised his batting average to .324 on the season, has connected for one home run, and has 14 RBIs.
New York-Penn League Stories from July 12, 2014
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- Cutters pounded by Valley Cats in series opener - Williamsport Crosscutters
- Spikes Defeat Yankees, 6-3, for 10th Win in Last 11 Games - State College Spikes
- Big hits and Scribner's gem lead 'Cats to victory - Tri-City ValleyCats
- Jamestown Scores Two Runs Bottom 9th To Beat Vermont 3-2 Saturday - Vermont Lake Monsters
- Six In A Row! IronBirds Beat Doubledays, 6-1 - Aberdeen IronBirds
- Force Not with the Spinners - Lowell Spinners
- Game Notes: Doubledays at IronBirds - Aberdeen IronBirds
- State College Spikes Game Notes - July 12 vs. Staten Island - State College Spikes
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