Somerset Stifles Long Island in Series Finale
Published on April 24, 2016 under Atlantic League (AtL)
Long Island Ducks News Release
Dan Lyons Homers for the Long Island Ducks
(Long Island Ducks)
(Bridgewater, N.J.) - The Long Island Ducks were defeated by the Somerset Patriots 6-1 on Sunday afternoon in the finale of a four-game series at TD Bank Ballpark.
Somerset collected three two-out runs in the first inning to take a 3-0 lead against Ducks starter Jack Snodgrass. Matt Fields' two-run home run to center field and Scott Kelly's RBI single to center did the damage. The Ducks got a run back in the second on Dan Lyons' solo homer to left off of Patriots starter Scott McGregor.
However, a sacrifice fly to left by Eric Farris in the bottom of the frame restored the lead to three at 4-1. The Patriots then added insurance runs in the fifth and eighth on a run-scoring fielder's choice and a RBI single off the bat of Kelly.
McGregor (1-0) earned the win, tossing five innings of one-run ball, allowing four hits while striking out five. Snodgrass (0-1) took the loss, giving up four runs on seven hits and a walk with five strikeouts in four innings.
The Ducks continue their road trip on Monday evening when they visit the New Britain Bees for the very first time. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. from New Britain Stadium. Fans can follow all of the action live on the Ducks' official YouTube channel. Streaming audio will be available online. Right-hander Mark Blackmar gets the start for the Ducks against Bees righty Kyle Simon.
Following a week-long road trip, Long Island will return home on Thursday, April 28 for the 2016 home opener against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. Game time is slated for 6:35 p.m., with the Bethpage Ballpark gates opening at 5:35 (5:20 for full season ticket holders). The first 1,500 fans in attendance will receive Bud Harrelson Garden Gnomes, courtesy of P.C. Richard and Son. Fans are also encouraged to arrive early for a special pre-game ceremony recognizing two Ducks players along with traditional Opening Night pomp and circumstance. Tickets to the game, and all Ducks home games, are available by visiting the Bethpage Ballpark box office, calling (631) 940-TIXX.
The Long Island Ducks are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and play their home games at Bethpage Ballpark. For further information, call (631) 940-DUCK or visit www.liducks.com.
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