Wingnuts Drop Close Match to RailCats 2-1
May 21, 2013 - American Association (AA)
Wichita Wingnuts News Release
GARY, IN- The Wichita Wingnuts (3-3) lost 2-1 to the Gary SouthShore RailCats (4-2) at U.S. Steel Yard on Tuesday afternoon.
The RailCats scored what proved to be the decisive runs on a controversial play in the bottom of the fourth inning. With runners on first and second and two outs, Drew Martinez hit a soft flyball to left field. Wingunts' left fielder Colt Loehrs appeared to make a diving catch as he slid across the outfield grass, but the play was ruled a trap. Craig Maddox and Brian Kolb scored on the play to give the RailCats a 2-1 lead.
Three RailCats' relievers preserved the one-run advantage after starter Ari Ronick pitched the first six innings. Marco Gonzalez earned the save with a perfect top of the ninth.
C.J. Ziegler accounted for Wichita's lone run with a solo homer to deep left-center in the top of the fourth.
Jon Link took a tough loss for Wichita, allowing two earned runs on six hits in six innings. Link walked two and struck out four.
Ronick earned the win, allowing one earned run on four hits in six frames. Ronick walked two and struck out four.
Anthony Capra and Nick Walters each threw a scoreless relief inning for Wichita. John Rodriguez and Jared McDonald each had two hits. Wichita left eight runners on base in the loss.
The Wingnuts and RailCats continue their series on Wednesday morning at 11:10 a.m. Chris Smith takes the mound for Wichita against Gary SouthShore right-hander Stephen Hiscock. All the action can be heard locally on Oldies 92.7 KWME and worldwide at www.pressboxproductionsradio.com
The Wingnuts return home for a six-game homestand on Thursday, May 23rd when they host the Can-Am League's New Jersey Jackals. Individual tickets can be purchased by calling (316) 755-SEAT, or by visiting www.selectaseat.com
Beginning this season, fans can use cash at all points of sale in Lawrence-Dumont Stadium. Debit and credit cards will still be accepted. Fans can resolve outstanding balances on cash cards from previous years until June 1st, 2013.
For season tickets, group outings, or party packages, call the Wingnuts' main office at (316) 264-NUTS, or visit the Wingnuts' official website at www.wichitawingnuts.com
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