Winning Streak Ends at Three, Charleston Wins 7-0
June 3, 2021 - Carolina League (CarL)
Augusta GreenJackets News Release
North Augusta, SC - The Jackets were faced with another Top 30 prospect in the Tampa Bay Rays system on Thursday. This time it was Cole Wilcox for the Charleston RiverDogs (Tampa Bay Rays), and the 2020 third round selection went five scoreless innings to earn his first professional win. Charleston scored seven times to win it 7-0.
The GreenJackets had their three-game win streak snapped and fall to 12-15. Charleston improves to 16-11.
The RiverDogs offense did the majority of their damage in the 2nd inning. Charleston scored four times. It was a bases clearing triple from Abiezel Ramirez to make it 3-0. Heriberto Hernandez doubled, and the lead was 4-0.
Charleston continued to pile on. Three wild pitches from Gabriel Rodriguez allowed two RiverDogs to score and make it 6-0. In the 6th inning it was a Ramirez sacrifice fly to make it 7-0.
The Jackets did not score the rest of the way and finished the night 0-for-11 with runners in scoring position. Ben Thompson pitched two scoreless innings down the stretch for the Jackets.
NOTES:
- Willie Carter extended his hitting streak to five games.
- Cade Bunnell walked two more times. He now has 25 walks this year.
- Ben Thompson lowered his ERA to 1.13.
NEXT HOMESTAND: Tuesday, June 1st - 6th vs Charleston RiverDogs (Tampa Bay Rays)
Tuesday, June 8th- 13th vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Chicago Cubs)
Thursday June 3rd, 2021 vs Charleston RiverDogs - 7:05 p.m.
- Thirsty. Thursday. Is. Back. Presented by KICKS99, BOB FM, Garden City Social and Mr. Tatoo. The weekly promotion features $1 PBR and Natural Light and other discounted beers from 6:00-8:00 PM.
Friday, June 4th, 2021 vs Charleston RiverDogs - 7:05 p.m.
* Gates Open 6:00pm
- First 1,750 fans through the gates can receive a Tin Sign presented by Coca-Cola
- 90s Night - 90s babies unite! It's 90s night at the ballpark.
* Braves BUZZFest - Red Out * "Feature Friday," highlights one beer at the Keg Stand from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Saturday, June 5th, 2021 vs Charleston RiverDogs - 6:05 p.m.
* Gates open at 4:30 for the White Claw Pre-game Concert. * $2 Off White Claw from 4:30 until first pitch
- 2000s Night - Come join us for the new Millenium!
- It's the 2nd Booming Fireworks Show of 2021. You don't want to miss it!
Sunday, June 6th, 2021 vs Charleston RiverDogs - 2:05 p.m.
* Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game! * Bark in the Park - Bring out your four-legged GreenJackets fan for a night at the ballpark! Presented by Hollywood Feed
- Jr. Jackets Kids Club game presented by Best Office Products, Family YMCA of Greater Augusta, Pediatric Partners & Tum-E Yummies. It's FREE to join and members 12 & younger will receive free admission this game - not a member register today: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/jr-jackets-activities
* New for 2021 on Sunday's, the Maurice's Piggie Park BBQ Sunday Savings Meal Deal will offer fans 12 and under discounted Meal offerings to Sunday games.
Tuesday, June 8th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans - 7:05 p.m.
* Gates Open 6:00pm * "First Responder Tuesday's," presented by Academy Sports and Outdoors, News 12/NBC 26 & Sunny 102.7 * All Fire, Police, and EMS can receive $2 off reserved or general admission (standing room only) ticket options with valid ID at the SRP Park Box Office (while supplies last). * ***Be our First Responder of the Game*** * Register to be the Academy Sports and Outdoors First Responder of the Game and receive four (4) tickets, four (4) food vouchers and a $100 gift card to Academy Sports & Outdoors. Link to Register: https://www.milb.com/augusta/ballpark/gj-first-responders
Wednesday, June 9th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans - 7:05 p.m.
- Gates Open 6:00pm
- It's the ever-popular Play Baseball Bingo presented by Comfort Keepers, guests receive a bingo card upon entry and play to win prizes all night long.
- Join us for the fourth "Warrior Wednesday" presented by Augusta Technical College & News-Talk WGAC Augusta
o The Jackets will wear special military-themed jerseys. The specialty jerseys will be auctioned off on Wednesday, September 8th to benefit Forces United.
o Active military who present ID can purchase $2 off or general admission (standing room only) ticket options at the SRP Park Box Office.
- It's a Silver Jackets Club Member Night presented by AARP Georgia, Augusta Ear, Nose, Throat & Allergy and Comfort Keepers. Guests 60+ can join this great club to join us every Wednesday, to learn more visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/ballpark/gj-silver-jackets.
Thursday June 10th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans - 7:05 p.m.
- Gates Open 6:00pm
- It's Country vs Country Club Night. Which one are you? Country or Country Club? Come out dressed in your favorite country or country club attire for the game!
- Thirsty Thursday is BACK! Presented by KICKS99, BOB FM, Garden City Social and Mr. Tattoo. The weekly promotion features $1 PBR and Natural Light and other discounted beers from 6:00-8:00 PM.
Friday, June 11th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans - 7:05 p.m.
* Gates Open 5:30pm * Faith & Family Night! * Come on out and join us for Faith and Family Night. West Avenue Worship from First Baptist Church North Augusta will perform a Pre-Game Concert from 5:30-6:45 * Braves BUZZFest - Red Out * Bee A Fan Feature Friday is back where every Friday Game features a select beer on special at the Keg Stand and Chef John and Team Food & Beverage whip up a special menu option available all weekend long! * Keg Stand will feature Columbia Craft Brewing Company this week from 6:00PM-8:00PM. A representative from Columbia Craft Brewing will be on hand to hand out swag and talk all things beer. * The Featured item of the weekend comes in 2 forms this week: * Buffalo Wing Burger (Bee'Stro) and the Buffalo Wing Dog (Back 9 Grill) which includes wing sauce, blue cheese and pickled carrots.
Saturday, June 12th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans - 6:05 p.m.
* Gates Open 4:30 pm * F*R*I*E*N*D*S Night with The One Where They Go to the Game Package which includes 6 Reserved Seat tickets to the Saturday game, and a Food Voucher! * Another Saturday, another Anthony and London Thaun State Farm Family Saturday! Come on out and cheer on the Jackets! * Media Sponsor: KICKS99 * The White Claw Concert Series continues with a Pre-game Concert from 4:30-5:45 featuring Chris Strikeland * Guests can enjoy $2 Off White Claw from 4:30 until first pitch
- It's the 3rd Booming Fireworks Show of 2021. You don't want to miss it!
Sunday, June 13th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans - 2:05 p.m.
* Gates open 1:00pm * Bark in the Park #2! Bring out your four-legged GreenJackets fan for a day at the ballpark! Presented by Hollywood Feed * Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game, including Face Painting by Rainbow Factory!
- It's a Jr. Jackets Kids Club game presented by Best Office Solutions, Family YMCA of Greater Augusta, Pediatric Partners & Tum-E Yummies. It's FREE to join and members 12 & younger will receive free admission this game, special perks and themes at every Sunday game - not a member register today: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/jr-jackets-activities
- The first 200 Jr. Jackets Members to check in at the Jr. Jackets Table outside the Main Gate will receive a FREE Ice Cream Sandwich Voucher that can be redeemed at the Back 9 Grill, the Bee'Stro, McGavins, and the Front 9 only
* Every Sunday features the Maurice's Piggie Park BBQ Sunday Savings Meal Deal for fans 12 and under to enjoy savings and a delicious menu option.
To learn more or purchase tickets to this homestand visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/tickets/promotions
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