
Walks Help Lead Cardinal to 6-2 Win over Drillers
Published on June 14, 2023 under Texas League (TL)
Springfield Cardinals News Release
Springfield, MO - The Cardinals (30-29) offensive patience at the plate gave them nine free bases that helped lead them to their 6-2 victory in Game 2 over the Drillers (37-22). The Cardinals lead the series 2-0.
Decisions:
W: LHP Kenny Hernández (7-2)
L: RHP Ben Casparius (0-1)
Notables:
CF Mike Antico reached base safely in all 5 plate appearances today, going 1-for-1 with 4 walks and stealing 2 more bases to put his season total at 22
2B Nick Dunn gave the Cardinals an early 2-0 lead in the first inning with a 2-run, 400-foot home run, his third HR of the season
LHP Kenny Hernández was hot on the mound today, with a final line of 6.0 IP / 1 H / 0 R / 4 BB / 4 SO
On Deck:
Thursday, June 15, 7:05pm - SPR RHP Connor Lunn (1-4, 6.27) vs. TUL RHP River Ryan (1-2, 3.05)
Coca-Cola Jordan Walker Baseball Card Shirt Giveaway (2,000) / Los Cardenales Night with Bengie Molina & Polo Ascencio / Thirsty Thursday
Broadcast on 106.7 The River, 1067TheRiver.com, SpringfieldCardinals.com, Bally Live app and MiLB.TV
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