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August 17, 2018 - CRESTWOOD, Il. - The Washington Wild Things fell in the opener of the series to Windy City by a score of 3-2. Starting pitcher Jake Belinda struggled a bit on the mound Friday but was able to lock it down to make a six-inning appearance. Despite the loss, the Wild Things remain a game back in the East Division courtesy a Joliet loss to Traverse City. The playoff magic number also decreased to 11 with Lake Erie's loss.
After two straight walks issued to center fielder James Harris and left fielder Roman Collins, the window... Full Story
August 16, 2018 - TRAVERSE CITY, Mi. - The Washington Wild Things claimed their sixth consecutive series Thursday night with a 7-6 road victory over Traverse City at Wuerfel Park.
Things got complicated late, as the Wild Things had a 7-2 lead entering the bottom of the ninth and allowed four runs to score, but were able to end the late-inning theatrics and claim their 46th victory of 2018.
Washington kicked off the scoring early, plating two runs in the top of the first inning. With center fielder James Harris standing on third base, ri... Full Story
August 15, 2018 - TRAVERSE CITY, MI - The Wild Things entered Wednesday night's doubleheader with the Traverse City Beach Bums just .5 games behind the Joliet Slammers for first place in the Frontier League Eastern Division.
Although Washington (45-34) managed to split the two games, with a 2-1 loss in the first contest and a 11-1 win in the nightcap, the Wild Things lost ground in the East thanks to Joliet's 12-5 win over the Lake Erie Crushers.
In the first game, the Beach Bums (35-44) drew first blood in the bottom of the first on an... Full Story
August 13, 2018 - WASHINGTON, Pa. - Today the Wild Things announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Dillon Sunnafrank, who played his college ball at nearby Wheeling Jesuit University, and has played parts of two seasons in pro ball.
In a corresponding move, right hander BJ Sabol was placed on the 60-Day Disabled List.
The newly-turned 24-year old, who is celebrating his birthday today, played in 2017 for the Salina Stockade of the American Association and pitched in 14 games for the team. He's played for three teams already in 2018... Full Story
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Washington Drops Opener at Bolts
August 17, 2018 - CRESTWOOD, Il. - The Washington Wild Things fell in the opener of the series to Windy City by a score of 3-2. Starting pitcher Jake Belinda struggled a bit on the mound Friday but was able to lock it down to make a six-inning appearance. Despite the loss, the Wild Things remain a game back in the East Division courtesy a Joliet loss to Traverse City. The playoff magic number also decreased to 11 with Lake Erie's loss.
After two straight walks issued to center fielder James Harris and left fielder Roman Collins, the window... Full StoryMore Washington Wild Things stories below
Washington's Win Clinches Sixth-Straight Series Victory
August 16, 2018 - TRAVERSE CITY, Mi. - The Washington Wild Things claimed their sixth consecutive series Thursday night with a 7-6 road victory over Traverse City at Wuerfel Park.
Things got complicated late, as the Wild Things had a 7-2 lead entering the bottom of the ninth and allowed four runs to score, but were able to end the late-inning theatrics and claim their 46th victory of 2018.
Washington kicked off the scoring early, plating two runs in the top of the first inning. With center fielder James Harris standing on third base, ri... Full StoryWashington Splits Doubleheader with Traverse City
August 15, 2018 - TRAVERSE CITY, MI - The Wild Things entered Wednesday night's doubleheader with the Traverse City Beach Bums just .5 games behind the Joliet Slammers for first place in the Frontier League Eastern Division.
Although Washington (45-34) managed to split the two games, with a 2-1 loss in the first contest and a 11-1 win in the nightcap, the Wild Things lost ground in the East thanks to Joliet's 12-5 win over the Lake Erie Crushers.
In the first game, the Beach Bums (35-44) drew first blood in the bottom of the first on an... Full StoryWashington Adds Former Wheeling Jesuit Standout
August 13, 2018 - WASHINGTON, Pa. - Today the Wild Things announced the signing of right-handed pitcher Dillon Sunnafrank, who played his college ball at nearby Wheeling Jesuit University, and has played parts of two seasons in pro ball.
In a corresponding move, right hander BJ Sabol was placed on the 60-Day Disabled List.
The newly-turned 24-year old, who is celebrating his birthday today, played in 2017 for the Salina Stockade of the American Association and pitched in 14 games for the team. He's played for three teams already in 2018... Full StoryWashington Wild Things News
- Washington Drops Opener at Bolts - August 17, 2018
- Washington's Win Clinches Sixth-Straight Series Victory - August 16, 2018
- Washington Splits Doubleheader with Traverse City - August 15, 2018
- Washington Adds Former Wheeling Jesuit Standout - August 13, 2018
- Wild Things Drop Finale 13-2 - August 12, 2018
- Wild Things Win Both Ends of Doubleheader - August 11, 2018
- Wild Things, Windy City Postponed to August 11, Teams to Play Doubleheader - August 10, 2018
- Wild Things Drop Finale of Series with Slammers - August 9, 2018
- Wild Things Triumph in 12 Innings to Clinch Series Win - August 9, 2018
- Wild Things Take Series Opener at Joliet - August 7, 2018
- Wild Things Bolster Bullpen with Addition of Jesus Balaguer - August 7, 2018
- Wild Things Take Finale 7-5 - August 5, 2018
- Wild Things Drop Middle Game 14-3 - August 4, 2018
- Washington Makes Move in Bullpen - August 4, 2018
- Hill's Walk-Off Single, Stellar Pitching Leads to Win - August 3, 2018
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League: Frontier LeagueHome: Washington, Pennsylvania
Class: Independent
Website: Washington Wild Things site
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| Sun., Aug 19 | Washington at Windy City | 6:05 p.m. | |
| Sat., Aug 18 | Washington at Windy City | 7:05 p.m. | |
| Fri., Aug 17 | L | Washington 2 at Windy City 3 | Final |
| Thu., Aug 16 | W | Washington 7 at Traverse City 6 | Final |
| Wed., Aug 15 | L | Washington 1 at Traverse City 2 (Game 1) | Final |
| Wed., Aug 15 | W | Washington 11 at Traverse City 1 (Game 2) | Final (7) |
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Washington Wild Things Headlines
- Wild Things zapped by ThunderBolts - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 18)
- Bums rally falls 1 run short - FL Traverse City Record-Eagle (August 17)
- Wild Things hold off late rally, defeat Traverse City - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 17)
- Beach Bums split with Wild Things; McGowan's walk-off hit wins opener - FL Traverse City Record-Eagle (August 16)
- Wild Things split with Beach Bums - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 16)
- Windy City lineup awakes to blow past Wild Things in series finale - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 13)
- Comeback kid: Reliever Devin Raftery glad to get another chance with Windy City ThunderBolts - FL Chicago Daily Southtown (August 13)
- Take Doug Krantz, and his accordion, out to the ballgame - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 13)
- Wild Things rained out, will play 2 - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 11)
- Stumbling start dooms Wild Things - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 10)
- Wild Things back in first - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 9)
- Wild Things move into tie for first place - FL Washington Observer-Reporter (August 8)
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