Woodchucks Sweep Rivets in Pitchers Duel
July 9, 2018 - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
Wausau Woodchucks News Release
Wausau, WIS - The Woodchucks came into tonight's game back at Athletic Park looking for the sweep against the Rockford Rivets and looking to win their sixth win in the last eight games. It was a pitcher's duel throughout led by the starters for both sides but the Chucks held on for the tight 2-1 win.
The Chucks struck first in the bottom of the 2ndinning with an RBI groundout from Zach DeLoach to give the team a 1-0 lead after two.
Woodchucks starter Greg Dunham was simply sensational on the mound having a no hitter into the seventh inning. Dunham went seven scoreless innings striking out eight and allowing just one hit
Chucks centerfielder Jaren Shelby added a big insurance run in the bottom of the 6thinning with an RBI single making it 2-0 Chucks after six.
The Rivets answered with a run in the top of the 8thinning but Chucks closer Lenny Gwizdala shut the door down in the top of the 9thsecured his seventh save of the season. Gwizdala is now a perfect 7/7 on save opportunities.
Top Performers
Woodchucks starter Greg Dunham was simply sensational on the mound having a no hitter into the seventh inning. Dunham went seven scoreless innings striking out eight and allowing just one hit
Chucks designated hitter Zach DeLoach added another RBI in the bottom of the 2ndas he now leads the team with 22 runs batted in on the season.
Chucks closer Lenny Gwidzala shut the door down in the top of the 9thsecured his seventh save of the season. Gwizdala is now a perfect 7/7 on save opportunities.
Next Up
The Wisconsin Woodchucks will be back home at Athletic Park on Tuesday July 9thas they host the Green Bay Bullfrogs. First pitch is at 6:35. Enjoy Christmas Vacation in July. Dress up as your favorite Christmas Vacation character for a costume contest. Woodchucks Players will wear ugly sweater jerseys. Fortickets, call us at 715.845.5055, stop by our front office, or visit woodchucks.com.
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