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Gwinnett Looking To Halt Skid Wednesday
Photo courtesy of Melinda Pease
Saturday night began an 11-game homestand in 10 days for the Gwinnett Braves. Game No. 5 from Coolray Field is set for Wednesday night and it should be a good one between Gwinnett and Buffalo.
Tuesday the G-Braves were shutout by the Bisons, 3-0. Buffalo scored one run in each of the first three innings of the game and would not look back from there. Add the fact that Matt Harvey, the No. 2 prospect in the New York Mets system, was on the bump and the G-Braves were looking at a near improbable comeback situation.
The G-Braves have lost five of their last six games, but are still resting comfortably in first place of the International League South Division at 19-12. The next closest team in the division is Charlotte at 15-16 who is four games behind your G-Braves. Gwinnett does not own the best record in the league anymore after their latest skid, however they are just one game behind the IL-leading Pawtucket Red Sox (20-13).
Buffalo (19-13) is surging after going 7-3 in their last 10 games and staring up in the standings at the Red Sox Triple-A affiliate, trailing by just a single game. The Bisons are loaded with pitching talent and will have their No. 4 overall prospect on the mound Wednesday, as he follows the No. 2 prospect last night.
Stefan Gartrell was named the International League Batter of the Week as he continues his torrid pace. The slugger is batting over .400 in his last seven games, including four home runs, nine RBI and an .850 slugging percentage. Gartrell rose his batting average from .165 to .216 in a matter of days.
Currently Jose Constanza is on a 9-game hit streak that he will be looking to extend on Wednesday against Jeurys Familia. On the season, the G-Braves left fielder is hitting a team-high .352 with 13 RBI and five stolen bases.
Buffalo Bisons (19-13, 2nd IL North) vs Gwinnett (19-21, 1st IL South)
One of the top pitching prospects in baseball Jeurys Familia (2-1, 5.06) is set to take the mound Wednesday against G-Braves southpaw Yohan Flande (1-1, 2.96) for a 7:05 p.m. first pitch. Familia is the New York Mets No. 4 overall prospect according to Baseball America.
Wednesday, May 8 – First Pitch 7:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, GA
The host of the 2012 IL All-Star Game, Buffalo Bisons, are in town for their first match-up with the G-Braves this season. The two teams will battle in their first of two four-game series’ this season, with the initial meeting in Georgia. The two teams will play one another in another four-game set, the next time from Buffalo following the G-Braves current 11-game homestand. The season-series finale is set to take place from Tuesday May 15 through Friday May 18 in New York.
It is “Winning Wednesday” but be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM if you can’t make it out to the ballpark. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Buffalo Bisons Batting Order:
1) Bobby Scales, 2B
2) Fred Lewis, LF
3) Valentino Pascucci, RF
4) Zach Lutz, 1B
5) Matt Tuiasosopo, CF
6) Brad Emaus, 3B
7) Oswaldo Navarro, SS
8) Jean Luc Blaquiere, C
9) Jeurys Familia, P
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Jose Constanza, LF
2) Luis Durango, CF
3) Stefan Gartrell, RF
4) Ernesto Mejia, 1B
5) Drew Sutton, 2B
6) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
7) Josh Wilson, SS
8) J.C. Boscan, C
9) Yohan Flande, P
By: Tony Piraro
First Place G-Braves Facing Tough Test Tuesday
Photo courtesy of Daniel Hamby
Saturday night began an 11-game homestand in 10 days for the Gwinnett Braves. Game No. 4 of from Coolray Field is set for Tuesday night and it should be a good one between Gwinnett and Buffalo. Monday the G-Braves fell to the Bisons, 4-3, in an uncharacteristic game for Gwinnett. For seemingly the first time all season, the G-Braves bullpen let them down. Gwinnett was leading the entire game, 3-0, until the top of the eighth inning when Buffalo struck for four runs to take a 4-3 lead.
Three G-Braves relievers combined to allow the four runs and Jaye Chapman was tagged with the blown save and loss. Regardless, this is why baseball is the best game in the world…The next day, you get to do it again with a chance for redemption.
Stefan Gartrell and company will indeed be looking to redeem themselves, but it won’t be easy against one of the top prospects in the country in Matt Harvey. Gartrell however was named the International League Batter of the Week today as he continues his torrid pace. The slugger is batting over .400 in his last six games, including four home runs, nine RBI and an .850 slugging percentage. Gartrell rose his batting average from .165 to .216 in a matter of days. The big bopper is looking to extend his hit streak to nine games and his RBI streak to seven games on Tuesday night.
Buffalo Bisons (17-14, 3rd in IL North) vs Gwinnett (19-11, 1st in IL South)
One of the top pitching prospects in baseball Matt Harvey (2-1, 4.80) is set to take the mound Tuesday against G-Braves righty Eric Junge (3-2, 3.10) for a 7:05 p.m. first pitch. Matt Harvey is the New York Mets No. 2 prospect and the No. 35 overall prospect according to Baseball America. The righty has punched out 27 batters and walked 13 through 30 innings of work so far this season, while allowing just one home run.
Tuesday, May 8 – First Pitch 7:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, GA
The host of the 2012 IL All-Star Game, Buffalo Bisons, are in town for their first match-up with the G-Braves this season. The two teams will battle in their first of two four-game series’ this season, with the initial meeting in Georgia. The two teams will play one another in a four-game set from Buffalo following the G-Braves current 11-game homestand. The season-series finale is set to take place from Tuesday May 15 through Friday May 18 in New York between Buffalo and Gwinnett.
It is “2 for 1 Tuesday” but be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM if you can’t make it out to the ballpark. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Buffalo Bisons Batting Order:
1) Bobby Scales, 2B
2) Fred Lewis, LF
3) Josh Satin, 1B
4) Zach Lutz, 3B
5) Matt Tuiasosopo, RF
6) Dustin Martin, CF
7) Lucas May, C
8) Omar Quintanilla, SS
9) Matt Harvey, P
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Jose Constanza, LF
2) Luis Durango, CF
3) Stefan Gartrell, RF
4) Ernesto Mejia, 1B
5) Drew Sutton, 2B
6) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
7) Josh Wilson, SS
8) Jose Yepez, C
9) Eric Junge, P
By: Tony Piraro
G-Braves Julio Teheran Set To Start Monday Night
Photo courtesy of Daniel Hamby
Saturday night began an 11-game homestand in 10 days for the Gwinnett Braves, but it did not start the way Gwinnett like with a loss to Charlotte. Sunday the G-Braves concluded their two-game series with the Knights with a 6-2 victory, pushing the season series to a 4-4 tie. Jair Jurrjens was stellar, working eight innings of two-run baseball en route to his first win with the G-BRaves in 2012.
The former New York Met 1986 World Series winner, Wally Backman, is managing the Mets Triple-A affiliate as he continues his New York legacy. The skipper will be managing in the National League format tonight as both teams are farm clubs of NL teams. Therefore, for the first time this season from Coolray Field, both pitchers will be batting in this four-game series.
Stefan Gartrell was named the International League Batter of the Week today as he continues his torrid pace. The slugger is batting .400 in his last five games, including three home runs, eight RBI and an .850 slugging percentage. Gartrell rose his batting average from .165 to .211 in a matter of days.
Buffalo Bisons (17-13, 3rd in IL North) vs Gwinnett (19-10, 1st in IL South)
The top pitching prospect in baseball Julio Teheran (2-1, 3.66) will take the mound for the G-Braves against Buffalo right-hander Chris Schwinden (2-2, 2.05). Teheran’s last start was cut short due to rain, as he continues to seek his third win of the season. The G-Braves ace was originally scheduled to face the New York Mets No. 4 prospect in Matt Harvey, but he has been pushed back to Tuesday.
Monday, May 7 – First Pitch 7:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field in Lawrenceville, GA
The host of the 2012 IL All-Star Game, Buffalo Bisons, are in town for their first match-up with the G-Braves this season. The two teams will battle in their first of two four-game series’ this season, with the initial meeting in Georgia. The two teams will play one another in a four-game set from Buffalo following the G-Braves current 11-game homestand. The season-series finale is set to take place from Tuesday May 15 through Friday May 18 in New York between Buffalo and Gwinnett.
It is “Kids Eat Free Monday” so be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM if you can’t make it out to the ballpark. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Buffalo Bisons Batting Order:
1) Bobby Scales, 2B
2) Dustin Martin, CF
3) Valentino Pascucci, RF
4) Josh Satin, 1B
5) Matt Tuiasosopo
6) Fred Lewis, LF
7) Rob Johnson, C
8) Omar Quintanilla, SS
9) Chris Schwinden, P
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Jose Constanza, LF
2) Luis Durango, CF
3) Drew Sutton, 2B
4) Ernesto Mejia, 1B
5) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
6) Jordan Parraz, RF
7) Josh Wilson, SS
8) J.C. Boscan, C
9) Julio Teheran, P
By: Tony Piraro
Jair Jurrjens Starting for the G-Braves Sunday
Photo courtesy of Chris Roughgarden
Saturday night started an 11-game homestand in 10 days for the Gwinnett Braves, but unfortunately it did not start the way the G-Braves had envisioned with an 11-2 loss. Sunday afternoon will conclude a quick two-game set between Charlotte and Gwinnett before Buffalo comes to Coolray Field beginning Monday. Right-hander Jair Jurrjens (0-0, 1.29) will make his second start for the G-Braves on Sunday and will be opposing Charlotte righty Terry Doyle (1-2, 4.13) for a 2:05 p.m. first pitch from Lawrenceville, Georgia.
Stefan Gartrell is on fire right now for the G-Braves, as he has raised his batting average from .165 to .211 in a matter of days. The power-hitting righty has blasted a long ball in three of the teams’ last four games and will be seeking his fourth home run in five games today.
Starters: Charlotte Knights (15-14, 2nd) vs Gwinnett (18-10, 1st) Sunday, May 6 @ 2:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field
The Charlotte Knights are leading the season series, 4-3, with the G-Braves in the first seven games the two teams have played this season. This two-game series will mark the third series of seven between Gwinnett and Charlotte during the 2012 season. The next time these two will play one another will be part of a 4-game home-and-home series to start June. On June 1-2 the G-Braves will be playing hosting to the Knights once again for two games from Georgia. Then, June 3-4 the G-Braves will head to Charlotte for another 2-game set with the Knights on the back end of their home-and-home series’.
Be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Charlotte Knights Batting Order:
1) Tyler Kuhn, 2B
2) Greg Golson, RF
3) Dan Johnson, DH
4) Hector Gimenez, C
5) Jordan Danks, CF
6) Jim Gallagher, LF
7) Ray Olmedo, 3B
8) Kyle Shelton, LF
9) Ozzie Martinez, SS
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Jose Constanza, RF
2) Luis Durango, CF
3) Stefan Gartrell, LF
4) Ernesto Mejia, DH
5) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
6) Christian Marrero, 1B
7) Josh Wilson, 2B
8) J.C. Boscan, C
9) Greg Paiml, SS
By: Tony Piraro
Saturday’s Starting Line-up for the G-Braves
Photo courtesy of Chris Roughgarden
Saturday night starts an 11-game homestand in 10 days for the Gwinnett Braves and what better way to start their extended stay in Georgia than with Todd Redmond (2-2, 3.04) on the mound? The right hander is seeking his third win, while continuing to role his way through the IL with his league-leading 34 strikeouts. The G-Braves hurler will match-up against the Charlotte Knights southpaw Charlie Leesman (1-3, 3.68) for a 7:05 p.m. first pitch from Coolray Field.
Stefan Gartrell is on fire right now for the G-Braves, as he has raised his batting average from .165 to .209 in a matter of days. The power-hitting righty has blasted a long ball in each of the teams’ last three games and will be seeking his fourth home run in four games tonight in Lawrenceville.
Starters: Charlotte Knights (14-14, 2nd) vs Gwinnett (18-9, 1st) Saturday, May 5 @ 7:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field
The G-Braves and Knights season series is tied, 3-3, at three wins per team this season. This two-game set will mark the third series of seven between Gwinnett and Charlotte during the 2012 season. The next time these two will play one another will be part of a 4-game home-and-home series to start June. On June 1-2 the G-Braves will be playing hosting to the Knights once again for two games from Georgia. Then, June 3-4 the G-Braves will head to Charlotte for another 2-game set with the Knights on the back end of their home-and-home series’.
Be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Charlotte Knights Batting Order:
1) Tyler Kuhn, 2B
2) Greg Golson, RF
3) Dan Johnson, 1B
4) Hector Gimenez, DH
5) Josh Phegley, C
6) Jordan Danks, CF
7) Jim Gallagher, LF
8) Ray Olmedo, 3B
9) Ozzie Martinez, SS
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Luis Durango, CF
2) Jose Constanza, LF
3) Stefan Gartrell, RF
4) Ernesto Mejia, 1B
5) Drew Sutton, 2B
6) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
7) Jordan Parraz, DH
8) Josh Wilson, SS
9) Jose Yepez, C
By: Tony Piraro
G-Braves Game Notes for 4.29.12 at Toledo
It’s another busy Sunday for the G-Braves today as they continue a four-game set at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, OH. Gwinnett captured its third-straight win last night with an 8-3 decision over the Mud Hens, getting some serious production out of the middle of the order. Ernesto Mejia and Joey Terdoslavich each went 2-for-4 with home runs and two RBI (both hitting their third blasts of the year), while Stefan Gartrell notched a two-run double to give the G-Braves a permanent lead in the fifth inning. Right-hander Todd Redmond (W, 2-2) turned in his second quality start, limiting the ’Hens to three runs over 6.0 innings while striking out seven. As usual, the G-Pen was air-tight as right-handers Erik Cordier and Jason Rice combined on 3.0 scoreless, one-hit innings.
Dave Brundage’s IL South-leading crew will try to capture the series with Toledo today with right-hander Jair Jurrjens set to make his first start since being optioned to Triple-A. Jurrjens is 2-1 with a 4.74 ERA (10 ER in 19.0 IP) in four career Triple-A starts, all coming on previous MLB Rehab assignments with the G-Braves. Ironically, he’ll face the Triple-A affiliate of the organization that signed him in 2003 today, the Detroit-affiliated Mud Hens. Jurrjens skipped over Toledo on his way to the big-leagues in 2007 and has never faced the Tigers nor one of their minor league affiliates since arriving in Atlanta. Needless to say, it’s an interesting match-up for JJ’s first start.
Speaking of MLB Rehab assignments, right-hander Tim Hudson’s is now officially done. He’s been activated from the Atlanta DL and starts for the Braves today against Pittsburgh. That means a chain of roster moves affecting your Gwinnett Braves. Right-hander Cory Gearrin has been optioned back to Gwinnett, where he’s 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA and two saves in seven outings this year…he did not pitch for Atlanta after being recalled on April 24. To make room for Gearrin, left-hander Ben Swaggerty (0-0, 4.32 in six games) has been transferred to Rookie-A Danville.
With all of these moves, it’s been a busy Sunday morning for Media/PR managers also.
Today’s Game Notes: 4.29.12 GBraves Game Notes
While you’re watching Huddy go back to work today, don’t forget to tune in to JJ’s first bounce-back start at 2:00 PM on WDUN 550 AM and 102.9 FM. Tony Schiavone has the call from Toledo. You can also get the broadcast online at WDUN.com.
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G-Braves Seeking Series Win Against Charlotte
(Photo courtesy of Leslie Watts)
The Gwinnett Braves were routed by the Charlotte Knights on Wednesday night, as the Chicago White Sox affiliate pounded out 17 hits en route to the 8-2 victory. This season, Charlotte has taken three out of the five games the two teams have played against one another. With a victory Thursday night by Gwinnett however, they would tie the season series, 3-3, thus far.
Julio Teheran endured his worst performance of the year, working just four and one-third innings for the loss. The righty allowed four runs off seven hits and struck out a season-low one batter as he moves his record to 2-1 following Wednesday’s loss.
Ernesto Mejia (pictured above) has a 16-game on-base streak going for him. The big first baseman has reached base in every game he’s played this season and will be looking to extend his streak to 17 consecutive on Thursday. Josh Wilson, who moved up to the No. 7 slot in the batting order for Thursday, has five hits in his last two games as the shortstop continues to find his rhythm.
Currently, the G-Braves possess one of the best records in the International League with 13 wins and seven losses. The only team’s with better records are the Boston Red Sox Triple-A affiliate, Pawtucket Red Sox who are 15-6 and the Toledo Mudhens (Gwinnett’s next opponent) who are 14-6 on the season as they represent the Detroit Tigers.
Gwinnett still leads the IL South Division, but the margin has slimmed after the Knights have taken three of five games from the G-Braves in the last week. Gwinnett now leads Charlotte by just two games in the standings and an 8-game road trip looms on the Gwinnett horizon following Thursday’s game. Norfolk and Durham have a combined 27 total losses between them already and are no closer than five and a half games out of first place in the IL South Division. The Durham Bulls actually won the division last season, but reside in last place early on this year with their league-leading 15 losses.
Starters: Charlotte Knights (11-9, 2nd) vs Gwinnett (13-7, 1st) Thursday, April 26 @ 7:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field
Righty Eric Junge (2-1, 4.50) will be seeking his third win this year as he will oppose Charlotte southpaw Eric Stults (1-0, 1.13). Be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Charlotte Knights Batting Order:
1) Greg Golson, RF
2) Jim Gallagher, LF
3) Conor Jackson, 3B
4) Dan Johnson, DH
5) Hector Gimenez, 1B
6) Josh Phegley, C
7) Jordan Danks, CF
8) Ray Olmedo, SS
9) Jose Castro, 2B
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Luis Durango, CF
2) Drew Sutton, 2B
3) Ernesto Mejia, 1B
4) Stefan Gartrell, LF
5) Joey Terdoslavich, DH
6) Jordan Parraz, RF
7) Josh Wilson, SS
8) Jose Yepez, C
9) Greg Paiml, 2B
By: Tony Piraro
Julio Teheran Trying to Stay Undefeated Wednesday Night
(Photo courtesy of Karl Moore)
The Gwinnett Braves are breathing a major sigh of relief after Tuesday night’s win over second place Charlotte. Tim Hudson (2-0) made the start for the G-Braves and was very solid. The righty allowed just one earned run off six hits, while he struck out four and walked just two hitters en route to his second win with Gwinnett. The G-Braves bullpen allowed three runs in the ninth inning and loaded the bases before lefty Dusty Hughes could get out of the jam, as the G-Braves slipped past the Knights, 5-4.
Currently, the Gwinnett Braves possess the second best record in the International League with 13 wins and just six losses. The only team with a better record are the Boston Red Sox Triple-A affiliate, Pawtucket Red Sox who are 15-5 on the season. The G-Braves lead the IL South Division by three games over their current opponent, the Charlotte Knights. Norfolk and Durham both have six wins each, with Durham already registering 14 losses in 2012 after winning the IL South last year.
The G-Braves have two more games at Coolray Field on their current three-game home stand before heading onto the road for eight games. So far this season, Gwinnett is 8-1 at home and is really capitalizing off their top-ranked pitching staff in the International League. The G-Braves pitching will carry this team, but the offense is what will separate them from the rest of the pack.
Starting Line-up: Charlotte Knights (10-9, 2nd) vs Gwinnett (13-6, 1st) – Wednesday, April 25 @ 7:05 p.m. @ Coolray Field
Righty Julio Teheran (2-0, 2.19) will be looking for a repeat performance of his masterful, five-inning plus win against the Norfolk Tides a week ago. The No. 1 prospect in the Braves system will be matching up against the Knights right-hander Terry Doyle (0-1, 4.96) from Lawrenceville, Georgia. Be sure to catch to the voice of the G-Braves Tony Schiavone as he broadcasts the game live on 550 AM, WDUN.com or 102.9 FM.
Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale now at the Coolray Field Box Office. Call (678) 277-0340 or visit gwinnettbraves.com for more information.
Charlotte Knights Batting Order:
1) Tyler Kuhn, 2B
2) Jim Gallagher, LF
3) Conor Jackson, 3B
4) Dan Johnson, DH
5) Hector Gimenez, 1B
6) Josh Phegley, C
7) Jordan Danks, CF
8) Greg Golson, RF
9) Ray Olmedo, SS
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Luis Durango, CF
2) Jose Constanza, LF
3) Drew Sutton, 2B
4) Stefan Gartrell, DH
5) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
6) Christian Marrero, 1B
7) Jordan Parraz, RF
8) Josh Wilson, SS
9) J.C. Boscan, C
By: Tony Piraro
G-Braves Starting Line-Up For Wednesday’s Game
(Photo courtesy of Chris Roughgarden)
Tim Hudson will be making the start for the Gwinnett Braves tonight against the Norfolk Tides. It will be a 7:05 p.m. first pitch from Coolray Field on a “Winning Wednesday” presented by the Georgia Lottery. The Atlanta Braves ace is currently 0-2 with a 7.71 ERA in two rehab starts with Single-A Rome thus far this spring.
Last night, Julio Teheran (W, 2-0) was masterful as he worked five and two-third scoreless innings en route to the shutout victory for the Gwinnett Braves, defeating Norfolk 6-0. Teheran allowed no runs on two hits and struck out a season-high seven batters, while walking two. Jose Yepez broke open a scoreless game with a bases-loaded three-run double in the fourth inning, finishing 2-for-3 for the first-place G-Braves.
Starting Line-up: Norfolk (5-8, 4th) vs Gwinnett (9-4, 1st) – Wednesday, April 18 @ 7:05 p.m. from Coolray Field
Tim Hudson (0-0, 0.00) will be making his third rehab start of the spring and first with the G-Braves. The Braves ace will be opposing Norfolk southpaw Dana Eveland (1-0, 2.84). The G-Braves are looking to remain unbeaten against the Tides thus far in 2012. Gwinnett has already won the first two games of the current series and swept the Tides last week in Norfolk.
Norfolk Tides Batting Order:
1) Xavier Avery, CF
2) Matt Antonelli, 3B
3) Ryan Adams, 2B
4) Jamie Hoffman, LF
5) Joe Mahoney, 1B
6) Scott Beerer, DH
7) Jai Miller, RF
8) Chris Robinson, C
9) Steve Tolleson, SS
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Luis Durango, CF
2) Drew Sutton, 2B
3) Stefan Gartrell, LF
4) Ernesto Mejia, 1B
5) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
6) Jordan Parraz, RF
7) Christian Marrero, DH
8) Josh Wilson, SS
9) J.C. Boscan, C
-Tony Piraro
Julio Teheran Ready To Roll Tide For First Place G-Braves
(Photo courtesy of Karl Moore)
In one of the most thrilling games of the 2012 season so far, the Gwinnett Braves pulled off yet another last at-bat comeback win against Norfolk, 4-3, on Monday night at Coolray Field. J.C. Boscan’s RBI single tied the score in the bottom of the 12th, and Drew Sutton’s RBI double claimed the victory for the first place G-Braves.
The G-Braves entered the bottom of the 12th trailing 3-2, but scored twice against Tides’ right-hander Willie Eyre (L, 0-2) to earn their third last at-bat victory of the season. Right-hander Adam Russell (W, 2-0) got the win in relief despite allowing a go-ahead sacrifice fly to Steve Tolleson in the top of the 12th.
The Gwinnett Braves (8-4) continue the series with the Norfolk Tides (5-7) on Tuesday night at Coolray Field, first pitch scheduled for 7:05 PM. Listen to the game on WDUN 550 AM and 102.9 FM with Tony Schiavone calling the play-by-play.
Tuesday night is a “2 For 1 Tuesday” at Coolray Field featuring a 2-for-1 deal with valid coupon. Visit gwinnettbraves.com/Tuesday for more information. Tickets for all Gwinnett Braves home games are on sale at the Coolray Field Box Office and by calling (678) 277-0340.
Starting Line-up: Norfolk (5-7, 4th) vs Gwinnett (8-4, 1st) – Tuesday, April 17 @ 7:05 p.m. from Coolray Field
G-Braves Righty Julio Teheran (1-0, 4.05) will be making his third start of the season, as he will oppose the Orioles top pitching prospect, Norfolk right-hander Chris Tillman (1-1, 3.60). Teheran is the No. 1 overall pitching prospect in baseball. He picked up his first win of the 2012 season in his last start, during this home stand against the Durham Bulls. The right-hander worked five scoreless innings and struck out five en route to victory.
Norfolk Tides Batting Order:
1) Xavier Avery, CF
2) Steve Tolleson, SS
3) Ryan Adams, 2B
4) Scott Beerer, LF
5) Matt Antonelli, 3B
6) Joe Mahoney, 1B
7) Jamie Hoffman, DH
8) John Hester, C
9) Blake Davis, RF
G-Braves Batting Order
1) Luis Durango, CF
2) Jose Constanza, LF
3) Drew Sutton, 2B
4) Stefan Gartrell, DH
5) Joey Terdoslavich, 3B
6) Christian Marrero, 1B
7) Jordan Parraz, RF
8) Josh Wilson, SS
9) Jose Yepez, C
-Tony Piraro
