
Watson in Control, Rome Shutout 4-0
Published on June 15, 2018 under South Atlantic League (SAL1)
Rome Emperors News Release
Rome, GA - The Lexington Legends topped the Rome Braves 4-0 Friday evening before a crowd of 4,536. The Legends took a 2-0 lead in the top of the third inning on a run scoring single from Cristian Perez and Nick Pratto's sacrifice fly RBI. Lexington added insurance runs in the top of the ninth inning on a two run homer by Seuly Matias (21). The name of the game tonight was pitching and Lexington held Rome to just six hits while striking out seven.
Lexington starter Nolan Watson (4-6) earns the complete game shutout win. The Braves starter Odalvi Javier (2-3) is hit with the loss. Rome and Lexington will face off again tomorrow Saturday at 6 p.m. For information contact the Rome Braves at 706-378-5144 or log onto www.romebraves.com.
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