Woodpeckers Win Marathon over Jackets
May 22, 2021 - Carolina League (CarL)
Augusta GreenJackets News Release
North Augusta, SC - Four hours and 41 minutes later, the game ended. The GreenJackets fell 11-10 on Friday to the Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros) despite drawing 20 walks. A total of 11 pitchers threw in the game and the two squads combined for 21 hits.
Fayetteville grabbed the first run in the 2nd inning when J.C. Correa singled to score Shay Whitcomb. Augusta had an answer though. Braulio Vasquez blasted a two-run shot to make it a 2-1 game. A throwing error later in the inning allowed Cade Bunnell to score from 2nd to make it 3-1.
Fayetteville added five runs over the next three innings and had a healthy lead at 6-3 going to the home- half of the 5th. The Jackets had an answer though.
A four-run 5th gave Augusta a 7-6 lead. The inning was highlighted by Vasquez stealing home plate to tie the game. Willie Carter walked with the bases loaded to give the Jackets a lead.
In the 7th inning, Fayetteville scored five times to take the lead back. The Jackets scored three times in the 8th, but in the 9th, Augusta got the tying run to 2nd base but couldn't tie it.
NOTES:
Willie Carter extended his on-base streak to 13 games.
Cade Bunnell walked three times and has 14 walks this year.
Roddery Munoz finished with seven strikeouts.
TOMORROW: Friday, May 21st, at 7:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)
Gates Open 6:00pm
Braves BUZZFest - Red Out
Happy Gilmore Night as we honor the 25th anniversary of the fan favorite film
McGavin's Food Stand pizza special as a part of Feature Friday
Hole-in-One Contest at Auggie's Acres, presented by Children's Hospital of Georgia where fans can putt for a chance to win prizes while benefiting CHOG!
"Feature Friday," highlights one beer at the Keg Stand from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Saturday, May 22nd, at 6:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)
Gates open at 4:30 for the White Claw Pre-game Concert.
$2 Off White Claw from 4:30 until first pitch
It's the first BOOMing Fireworks Extravaganza in 629 days presented by Premier Networx & Kicks99
Prom Night - Dust off your best prom attire and head out to SRP Park to relive the glory days!
Anthony and London Thuan State Farm Family Saturday
Sunday, May 23rd at 2:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)
Gates Open 1:00pm
Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game!
Scavenger Hunt Day - No need to look further Scavenger Hunt Day will have you on the hunt for clues around SRP Park throughout the game
It's the first Jr. Jackets Kids Club game of 2021 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.
To learn more or purchase tickets to this homestand visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/tickets/promotions
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