Worcester Leaves Tying Run on Third in 7-6 Loss
June 12, 2011 - Canadian American League (Can-Am)
Worcester Tornadoes News Release
Chris Colabello struck out looking on a very close pitch ending a Tornadoes comeback in the ninth. Worcester fell short, dropping a 7-6 contest to the New Jersey Jackals in the final game of the set at Yogi Berra Stadium on Sunday afternoon. It was a come-from-behind win for New Jersey, plating six runs in the sixth.
Colabello went 3-for-4 with a walk, a homer, two RBI and two runs scored. Matt Smith got a no decision in a five-inning, one-run start, allowing four hits and three walks, while striking out two.
The loss went to Mike Gedman, who pitched 0.2 innings, allowing six runs (all earned) on four hits and a pair of walks. Shaun Ellis won, going two thirds of an inning as well, allowing two hits and a run. Jeff Gogal held on for the save, his third of the season.
The Tornadoes struck for a run in the final inning to make it a one-run ballgame, but left two runners in scoring position. Worcester will be back at home on Monday for a three game series against the Newark Bears, starting with a 7:05pm first pitch.
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