tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52027045211033360092011-11-27T18:59:03.806-05:00A site dedicated to the Pawtucket Red Sox, the Triple A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.comBlogger5461100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-50814595572130386072009-02-01T17:32:00.002-05:002009-02-01T17:34:17.141-05:00

PawSox Blog has a new home.You can now follow-us at www.pawsoxblog.com.You can read our older posts there or here.

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Scranton Wilkes/Barre RF Shelly Duncan belted a two-run, walk-off home run in the bottom of the 10th inning to lead the Yankees to a 2-0 win over the Pawtucket Red Sox and advance them to the Governor's Cup Finals. Scranton won the best-of-five series over the PawSox 3 games to 1.Duncan's blast came on a 1-0 pitch right over the heart of the plate thrown by PawSox right hander Edgar Martinez,

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-86111762352804814922008-09-06T16:16:00.002-04:002008-09-06T16:19:53.603-04:00

Tonight's game four of the Governor's Cup playoffs between the PawSox and Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees has been rained out. The game will be played tomorrow at 5:05pm. Bartolo Colon (3-1, 2.27) and Phil Hughes (1-0, 5.90) are still expected to start for Pawtucket and Scranton respectively.

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-42753378878606041582008-09-06T06:31:00.003-04:002008-09-06T07:01:28.825-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox were done in by another solid pitching performance by the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees, falling 6-4 last night in game three of the Governor's Cup opening round playoffs. The Yankees now hold a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series.Yankees' ace Kei Igawa (1-0) kept the PawSox offense in check, allowing only two runs (one earned) on five hits in seven innings of work. The

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-38588210379969378432008-09-05T04:18:00.002-04:002008-09-05T04:43:56.921-04:00

Starter Davern Hansack pitched six innings of hitless ball and OF Jason Lane belted a home run and drove in two runs as the Pawtucket Red Sox beat the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees 3-1 last night, knotting their best-of-five Governor's Cup playoff series at one game apiece.Hansack (1-0) struck out 8 and walked two during his outing, and was charged with giving up the Scranton run even though he

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-53345024357193503822008-09-04T15:31:00.003-04:002008-09-04T15:52:55.507-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox look to even up their playoff series with the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees as they play game two of their best-of-five game series tonight (7:05pm) at McCoy. The Yankees have a 1-0 lead following their 7-1 game one win last night. RHP Ian Kennedy (5-3, 2.35) will pitch for the Yankees. He'll go up against RHP Devern Hansack (6-10, 4.08) for the PawSox.Again I am unable

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-24223862889333978122008-09-04T04:56:00.002-04:002008-09-04T05:26:05.302-04:00

The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees used timely hitting and solid relief pitching to earn a 7-1 victory in game one of the Governor's Cup opening round playoff series against the Pawtucket Red Sox last night at McCoy. The Yankees hold a 1-0 lead in the best-of-five series.Scranton scored six runs off PawSox starter and IL Pitcher of the Year Charlie Zink (0-1). They scored three runs in the

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-60801808885800733492008-09-03T15:08:00.004-04:002008-09-03T15:45:34.522-04:00

The International League's second season begins tonight as two best of five playoff series gets underway. One of those series kicks-off at McCoy as the PawSox host the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees in game one of the opening round. LHP Chase Wright (2-1, 2.41 ERA) pitches for the Yankees. He'll be opposed by RHP Charlie Zink (14-6, 2.84 ERA) for Pawtucket.The two teams split their 16 match-ups

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-7551835449845096272008-09-02T05:01:00.000-04:002008-09-02T05:09:03.823-04:00

Here is a look at the rest of the action as the International League closes out its 2008 regular season.Charlotte's Charlie Haeger threw a complete game as the Knights defeated the Durham Bulls, 6-1. BOXChris Duffy had three hits including a solo homer as the Indianapolis Indians beat the Louisville Bats 5-2. BOXGarrett Jones belted a three-run walk-off home run to lead the Rochester Red Wings

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-17429252891198981652008-09-01T18:42:00.003-04:002008-09-01T19:00:44.991-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox wrapped up their 2008 regular season in grand style, sweeping the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs 9-2 this afternoon at McCoy. In doing so the PawSox finished the year with a total of 85 wins, the most in franchise history.The PawSox gave starter Bartolo Colon all the support he needed, staking the big right-hander to a 7-0 lead after four innings. Pawtucket scored two runs in the

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-74631949393724610432008-09-01T07:07:00.003-04:002008-09-01T07:32:48.113-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox earned their franchise-record 84th win of the season as they edged the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, 2-1, last evening at McCoy. The win mark broke the old record of 83 wins set at the end of the 2003 season.The PawSox scored all the runs they needed in the bottom of the third on a two run homer to right field by Joe Thurston, his 11th home run of the season.PawSox starter Edgar

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The Buffalo Bisons swept the Pawtucket Red Sox in their two-game series at McCoy, taking last night's contest as DH Michael Aubrey drove in the game winning run in the top of the 10th to give the Bisons a 11-10 victory.Both teams collected 18 hits. LF Trevor Crowe and 1B Jordan Brown had three hits each for Buffalo. Dusty Brown and Gil Velazquez had three apiece for Pawtucket. Each member of

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Here is what happened across the rest of the International League last night.With the PawSox loss, the magic number for the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees to clinch the IL North Division is one, despite the Yankees falling 9-3 to the Rochester Red Wings. BOXKory Castro Homered and drove in two runs as the Columbus Clippers shut-out the Toledo Mud Hens 4-0. BOXFernando Cortez had three hits and

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-73033747281068051862008-08-30T06:32:00.004-04:002008-08-30T06:54:44.854-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox were limited to three hits as they fell to the Buffalo Bisons, 2-0 last night at McCoy.Six Bisons pitchers held the PawSox in check, collecting a total of 11 strikeouts and walking no one along the way. Scott Lewis (2-2) got the start for Buffalo and picked up the win, working six innings and giving up two hits. Jeff Stevens, Rich Rundles, and Edward Buzachero closed out

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-12068069488578550482008-08-28T05:06:00.003-04:002008-08-28T05:18:49.496-04:00

Here is a wrap of the rest of the action from around the International League...The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees have now won seven straight games, knocking off the Buffalo Bisons last night 3-2. BOXEight Toledo Mud Hens had at least one hit in their 11-8 victory over the Columbus Clippers. BOXLuis Bolivar had two home runs and drove in four to lead the Louisville Bats over the Indianapolis

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-59112286568251718122008-08-28T04:43:00.003-04:002008-08-28T05:05:59.086-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox continued its dominance over the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, collecting a season-high 19 hits in their 14-4 thrashing last night at Coca-Cola Park. The PawSox swept the four game series in Allentown and are 13-1 against Lehigh Valey this season.Every member of the PawSox line-up had at least one hit, with Josh Wilson, Chris Carter, and Gil Velazquez contributing three hits

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-17387816859351730032008-08-27T05:11:00.004-04:002008-08-27T05:23:15.889-04:00

Here is how the rest of the games across the International League played out last night...Kei Igawa picked-up his league-tying 14th win and Ben Broussard drove in three runs as the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees beat the Buffalo Bisons 9-1. BOXThe Richmond Braves scored three runs in the top of the sixth inning, enough to edge the Toledo Mud Hens 3-2. BOXThe Columbus Clippers broke a 2-2 tie

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-66379985681252186202008-08-27T04:43:00.003-04:002008-08-27T05:10:54.523-04:00

The PawSox pounded out 18 hits and pulled away from the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs late, 11-4, last night at Coca Cola Park. Pawtucket has won three in a row and are now 12-1 against the Iron Pigs this season.Eight of the nine batters in the Pawtucket line-up collected at least one hit. The group was led by the newly-activated Chris Carter and 1B Jeff Natale who had four hits each. C David Ross

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-66745331531792187392008-08-26T15:37:00.004-04:002008-08-26T15:58:52.987-04:00

For the first time in team history the Pawtucket Red Sox have teammates that have earned the International League MVP and Pitcher of the Year Awards.OF/1B Jeff Bailey was named the IL's MVP while Charlie Zink was named Pitcher of the Year.Bailey is among the league leaders in many offensive categories including runs scored (1st), home runs (3rd), OBP (3rd), slugging (2nd) and OPS (1st). He is

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-19465928442536364302008-08-26T05:16:00.003-04:002008-08-26T05:32:11.281-04:00

Here is a run down of the other action Around the International League from last night...The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees edged closer to the North Division title, pounding out 20 hits in beating the Buffalo Bisons 7-2. BOXDontrelle Willis pitched only one inning, yet the Toledo Mud Hens were able to defeat the Richmond Braves 3-2. BOXJason Pridie and Alejandro Machado had three hits each to

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-41897438039521277512008-08-26T04:59:00.004-04:002008-08-26T05:18:29.673-04:00

For the second straight game the Pawtucket Red Sox rallied from behind to over take the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, 4-2, last night at Coca Cola Park.Trailing 2-0 entering the fourth inning, the PawSox were able to tie the score on a two-out, two-run single to right by Josh Wilson.Pawtucket broke the tie in the seventh, this time on a two-out, two-run single by Jeff Corsaletti.The PawSox scattered

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-22823744843597546082008-08-25T05:18:00.004-04:002008-08-25T05:32:57.774-04:00

Here is how the rest of the action from around the International League played out yesterday...Three Scranton/Wilkes Barre pitchers limited Buffalo to four hits as the Yankees shut out the Bisons 2-0. BOXCarolos Maldonado had three hits and drove in three runs to lead the Indianapolis Indians to a convincing 10-6 win over the Durham Bulls. BOXJason Bourgeois' walk-off single in the bottom of

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-15600877225163559522008-08-25T05:02:00.002-04:002008-08-25T05:18:07.518-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox scored all their runs over the last three innings, overcoming an early deficit to beat the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, 8-5 yesterday in Allentown, PA.The PawSox were held in check over the first six innings of the game by the masterful pitching of LHV starter Carlos Carrasco. Pawtucket finally broke the string by scoring two unearned runs off Carrasco in the seventh on a

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-87093528173357597512008-08-24T06:19:00.004-04:002008-08-24T06:37:01.383-04:00

Here is a wrap of the other action from around the International League...Former PawSox catcher Corky Miller went 3 for 3 with a homer to lead the Richmond Braves to a 6-1 win over the Toledo Mud Hens. The win officially eliminated the Hens from playoff contention. BOXThe Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees got a strong pitching performance from Chase Wright in shutting out the Lehigh Valley Iron

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-73891939589294928012008-08-24T05:53:00.003-04:002008-08-24T06:19:47.226-04:00

For the first time since 2003 the Pawtucket Red Sox will be playing in the Governor's Cup Playoffs.The PawSox lost last night's game to the Rochester Red Wings, 4-3, but secured the playoff spot as a result of Toledo's 6-1 loss to Richmond.Last night's game was a tough one for Pawtucket to lose, as they saw an early 3-0 lead evaporate when Rochester scored three runs in the bottom of the seventh.

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-18868830605754026592008-08-23T05:34:00.003-04:002008-08-23T05:50:45.056-04:00

Here are the results from other action around the International League...The Toledo Mud Hens keep their playoff hopes alive, edging the Norfolk Tides 6-5. BOXThe Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees scored nine runs over the last three innings to overtake the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, 13-12, in a thriller at PNC Field. BOXJason Cooper went 3 for 4 with a triple as the Buffalo Bisons beat the Syracuse

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-25531068111091293912008-08-23T05:03:00.003-04:002008-08-23T05:33:55.931-04:00

The PawSox will have to wait at least one more day before they can celebrate clinching a playoff berth.Rochester starter Phillip Humber kept the PawSox bats in check, throwing a complete game five hitter as the Red Wings beat the PawSox 5-1 last night at Frontier Field.With the Toledo Mud Hen's victory, the PawSox' magic number to clinch a playoff spot in the International League playoffs remains

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-52569127351733889042008-08-22T05:00:00.000-04:002008-08-22T05:02:00.215-04:00

Here are the results from the rest of the action from around the International League last night...Kei Igawa won his 13th game of the season and Juan Miranda belted two homers to lead the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees over the Rochester Red Wings, 8-7. BOXThe Norfolk Tides made the most of their 12 hits, dominating the Toledo Mud Hens 7-1. BOXBrandon Watson had three hits, including a homer and

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-12524342684791933612008-08-21T22:20:00.003-04:002008-08-21T23:02:16.555-04:00

PAWTUCKET- Solid pitching. Timely hitting. Those phrases may be over used but that’s exactly how the PawSox earned their 8-3 win tonight over the Syracuse Chiefs.With the win, combined with Toledo’s loss, the PawSox are now one game away from clinching a playoff berth. Pawtucket still trails Scranton/Wilkes Barre by 1 1/2 games in the IL North DivisionBartolo Colon, making his fourth start on

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-88851241833362032902008-08-21T21:52:00.000-04:002008-08-21T21:54:52.389-04:00

The PawSox were in total control tonight, taking care of the Syracuse Chiefs tonight 8-3 at McCoy.More to come

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-8686501921053183542008-08-21T20:40:00.002-04:002008-08-21T20:44:08.192-04:00

Tha PawSox are leading the Syracuse Chiefs, 5-0 after six innings at McCoy.Pawtucket scored three runs in the first and one in the third off Syracuse starter Ricky Romero. They added another off Romero in the sixth on a single by Jeff Corsaletti. Sandy Madera has three RBI's in the game.The story of the game thus far is the outing by PawSox starter Bartolo Colon, who pitched four hitless innings

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-86497277503158942002008-08-21T20:06:00.001-04:002008-08-21T20:08:38.352-04:00

The PawSox added another run and now lead 4-0 after four innings tonight at McCoy.Sandy Madera added his third RBI of the night with an RBI single in the third.Bartolo Colon is pitching a gem, not allowing a hit through four. He has struck out two and walked two. He has only thrown 40 pitches, 23 for strikes..Jose Vaquedano has come on in relief to begin the fifth inning.

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-53451232935989342652008-08-21T19:40:00.000-04:002008-08-21T19:40:04.817-04:00

Good start for the PawSox tonight as they lead the Syracuse Chiefs 3-0 after two innings tonight at McCoy.Pawtucket scored their runs in the top of the first on a 2-run double by Sandy Madera and a RBI single by Keith Ginter.Barolo Colon is pitching well for the PawSox. He has not given up a hit through two innings. He has thrown 23 pitches, 14 for strikes. He is on a pitch count of between 45

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-56811130887940968482008-08-21T19:23:00.004-04:002008-08-21T19:33:11.617-04:00

This podcast is geared to the men who read the PawSox Blog.Former Phillies Hall of Fame third baseman Mike Schmidt is at McCoy tonight to, of course, talk baseball, but also about a common health problem experienced by men over 40.You can read what he had to say about baseball elsewhere. Go to http://www.talkaboutbph.com/.

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-49303945773435929572008-08-21T18:55:00.000-04:002008-08-21T19:07:53.893-04:00

It's the rubber game tonight (7:05pm) of the three game series between the PawSox host the Syracuse Chiefs at McCoy. Syracuse took game one of the series, 4-2, on Tuesday while Pawtucket won last night's contest, 8-5. LHP Ricky Romero (1-2, 3.52 ERA) throws for Syracuse. He'll be opposed by Bartolo Colon (2-1, 1.93 ERA) for Pawtucket.I am at the game this evening. Here's a brief preview...

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-76974053014670288332008-08-21T05:15:00.004-04:002008-08-21T05:30:12.958-04:00

Here is how the rest of the action from around the International League played out last night...Trevor Plouffe had two triples and drove in five runs to pace the Rochester Red Wings over the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees, 7-2. BOXDontrelle Willis gave up 5 runs (3 earned) but still got the rehab win as the Toledo Mud Hens beat the Norfolk Tides 8-5. BOXJeff Neimann cooled off the Louisville

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-51237369971468642008-08-21T04:47:00.003-04:002008-08-21T05:15:19.405-04:00

The Pawtucket Red Sox scored all their runs in the middle innings in beating the Syracuse Chiefs, 8-5 last night at McCoy. With the win the PawSox cut their magic number in securing a playoff berth in the International League Playoffs to three. They are also only 1 2/2 games behind Scranton/Wilkes Barre for the lead in the North Division.Trailing 2-1 entering the bottom of the fifth, the PawSox

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-59158549340687304142008-08-20T05:03:00.002-04:002008-08-20T05:18:30.402-04:00

Here is a look at the other action from around the International League from Tuesday night..The Rochester Red Wings belted a pair of home runs, including one from former PawSox Bobby Kielty, in their 3-1 win over the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees. BOXThe Toledo Mud Hens are still alive in the playoff hunt, winning 2-1 in 11 innings over the Norfolk Tides. BOXThe Louisville Bats came back from a

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-74981422699344697502008-08-19T22:12:00.003-04:002008-08-19T23:03:30.299-04:00

PAWTUCKET- The Syracuse Chiefs scored single runs in each of the last three innings to break a 1-1 tie and defeat the PawSox, 4-2, tonight at McCoy.Both PawSox runs came via the long ball as SS Josh Wilson led off the bottom of the first with a homer into the Pawtucket bullpen in left and C George Kottaras belted a solo home run to right in the bottom of the ninth.Pawtucket could only muster

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-39019207647313361672008-08-19T21:42:00.000-04:002008-08-19T21:42:00.903-04:00

Tough night for the PawSox as they fall to the Syracuse Chiefs, 4-2, tonight at McCoy.More coming up...

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-18748511740871164942008-08-19T20:32:00.004-04:002008-08-19T20:38:11.000-04:00

Status quo from McCoy as the PawSox and Chiefs are still tied 1-1 after six innings.After giving up a solo homer in the second, PawSox starter Charlie Zink has been outstanding. He has retired the last seven Syracuse batters, throwing at total of 81 pitches, 56 for strikes.

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-50808899716532971092008-08-19T20:05:00.004-04:002008-08-19T20:11:37.341-04:00

No changes at McCoy as the Chiefs and PawSox are still tied 1-1 after four innings.PawSox starter Charlie Zink has been solid through four. He has given up two hits while walking no one and striking out four. He has thrown 59 pitches, 43 for strikes.

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-88931585602630543302008-08-19T19:40:00.002-04:002008-08-19T19:44:39.468-04:00

The PawSox and Syracuse Chiefs are tied at 1-1 after two innings tonight at McCoy.Both runs came courtesy of solo homers...by Pawtucket's Josh Wilson in the first and Syracuse's Hector Luna in the second.

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PAWTUCKET- Baseball is a game of opportunities. And Jason Lane has another one here in Pawtucket.The Red Sox signed the 31-year old outfielder to a minor league contract today and assigned him to the PawSox. Lane opted out of his contract with the Yankees over the weekend and quickly signed with Boston.“I’m excited to come here and get some bats and help this team win” said LaneLane spent his

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The PawSox return home to McCoy tonight (7:05pm) for a brief three-game series with the Syracuse Chiefs. Scott Richmond (0-2, 2.53 ERA) will pitch for Syracuse. He'll be opposed by Charlie Zink (13-4, 2.89 ERA) for Pawtucket.I am at McCoy tonight. Here is a preview...Syracuse Chiefs (61-55)LINE-UPWayne Lydon RFBuck Coats CFDanny Sandoval 3BRuss Adams 2BHector Luna DHTravis Snyder LFKevin Melillo

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Even though the PawSox were off, there was other action from around the International League last night...Brandon Jones belted two homers and accounted for all the runs as the Richmond Braves shut out the Toledo Mud Hens 3-0. BOXThe Norfolk Tides scored six runs in the third inning and held on for a 8-7 win over the Charlotte Knights. BOXIt was an exciting contest in Indy with the Indianapolis

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Since there is no PawSox game tonight I thought I would share with you some of the photos I took at the Futures at Fenway experience on August 9th. Some of these photos I posted before...others may be new to you...Enjoy!The Scene on Yawkey WayGames for the kids...PawSox autograph sessionPaws and Sox in the housePre-game banter between RJ and Gary DisarcinaCharlotte players await the start of

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Another busy Sunday across the International League. Here's how it played out.Juan Miranda had three hits including a homer and four RBI's as the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees beat the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs 9-6. BOXThe Toledo Mud Hens keep their playoff hopes alive by nipping the Richmond Braves 6-5. Erick Almonte had three hits and drove in four runs for the Hens. BOXThe Indianapolis

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Davern Hansack put together a solid pitching performance and the offense banged out 14 hits as the PawSox beat the Buffalo Bisons, 8-3 this afternoon at Dunn Tire Park. The win earned Pawtucket a split of their two game series with the Bisons as well as a split on their four game road trip.Hansack (6-10) worked 6 1/3 innings before being removed from the game after being struck by a batted ball.

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Here is a look at the results from the rest of the International League last night... What a wild game in Allentown, PA as the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees broke-up a tie with seven runs in the top of tenth inning but still had to hold back a challenge from the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs to earn the 12-9 decision. BOXFour Richmond batters collected three hits each as the Braves beat the Toledo Mud

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The PawSox offense could not support the superb pitching effort by starter Michael Bowden, amassing only three hits and losing to the Buffalo Bisons, 1-0 last night at Dunn Tire Park.The PawSox were stymied at the plate Buffalo veteran left hander John Halama (8-4), who pitched seven scoreless innings, giving up two hits. He walked one and struck out one.Tom Mastny, Rick Rundles, and Edward

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Here are the results from the other games across the International League yesterday...The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs scored two runs in the top of the ninth inning to nip the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees 5-4. BOXC Dusty Ryan had three hits, including a homer and four RBI's, as the Toledo Mud Hens beat the Richmond Braves, 7-2. BOXThe Norfolk Tides scored the first four runs of the game and hung

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Jeff Natale and Joe Thurston each had two hits, including a home run, to pace the PawSox to a 5-4 road win over the Syracuse Chiefs last night.The two homers accounted for four Pawtucket runs. Natale belted a three-run shot in the second inning while Thurston added a solo blast in the fifth, both off Chiefs' starter Ricky Romero. Dusty Brown drove in the remaining Pawtucket run, on an RBI

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Here is how the rest of the International League schedule played out last night...The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees increased their lead over the PawSox in the IL North as Ian Kennedy gave up only one run in his five inning rehab start and the Yankees prevailed 2-1 over the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. BOXThe Louisville Bats continue to rack-up the wins, keeping pace with the Yankees for the best

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The Pawtucket Red Sox came from behind to take a one-run lead in the top of the ninth, but could not close the deal, falling to the Syracuse Chiefs 7-6 last night at Alliance Bank Stadium.Trailing 5-4 entering the ninth, Keith Ginter's two-run homer to right gave the PawSox a 6-5 lead.Closer Chris Smith (1-4) could not secure the win in the bottom of the frame, giving up two runs and the ball

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The rest of the action from around the International League played out like this last night...Ross Ohlendorf pitched eight shut-out innings as the Indianapolis Indians nipped the Columbus Clippers 1-0. BOX The Louisville Bats are now tied with Scranton for the best record in the International League following their 6-4, 12 inning win over Toledo. BOXEider Torres and Oscar Salazar (3 RBI's) had

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Starter Edgar Martinez worked six shutout innings and the PawSox bullpen held its own as the Pawtucket beat the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees last night 5-1 at McCoy. The PawSox are now 1 1/2 games behind SWB in the IL North Division and their magic number to clinch a playoff berth is down to 9 games.Martinez (7-2), starting in the spot previously occupied by Charlie Zink, gave up only four hits

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Here is a wrap-up of the other action from around the International League last night...The Indianapolis Indians scattered nine hits and shut out the Columbus Clippers 2-0. BOXBrent Lillibridge homered and drove in three runs as the Richmond Braves beat the Charlotte Knights 4-2. BOXBrock Peterson went 2 for 5 with a homer and four RBIs in the Rochester Red Wings 11-3 win over the Syracuse

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PAWTUCKET- I guess this was to be expected between two of the best teams in the International League. 3B Eric Duncan broke up a 6-6 tie with a two run double in the top of the 11th inning to lead the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees to a 8-6 win over the PawSox tonight in what proved to be a classic at McCoy.With the win the Yankees increased their lead over the PawSox to 2 1/2 games in the IL

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A loss, but a classic game. PawSox lose 8-6 in 11 innings. Complete wrap soon.

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The PawSox and Yankees head to the 10th inning knotted 2-2.

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The Yankees scored their second run in the fifth. With two outs Shelley Duncan reached on a single and stole second. He scored one batter later on an RBI single by Ben Broussard.The PawSox tied the game in the bottom of the sixth on a two-run single by Keith Ginter.Both starting pitchers are through for the night. Davern Hansack gave up both Scranton runs in his 5 2/3 innings of work.Phil

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The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees lead the PawSox 1-0 after four innings tonight at McCoy.The Yankees got on the board off PawSox starter Davern Hansack in the third. With two outs, 2b Chris Basak reached on a double and scored on a single to left by Brett Gardner.Hansack has pitched fairly well, although many of his outs have been hit hard. He has given up three hits through four innings,

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The PawSox and Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees are scoreless after two innings tonight at McCoy.Both PawSox starter Davern Hansack and Yankees starter Phil Hughes have given up one hit each through two innings...

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The PawSox look to snap a two game losing streak, and gain ground in the IL North standings as they play one of a two game set with the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees tonight (7:05 pm) at McCoy. Phillip Hughes (0-0) is slated to pitch for the Yankees while Davern Hansack (5-10) goes for the PawSox.I am at the stadium for tonight's game...here is a look at the match-up...Scranton/Wilkes Barre

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Here's how the rest of the action from around the International League played out last night..Sergio Santos belted a solo walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth to lead the Rochester Red Wings past the Indianapolis Indians 5-4. BOXVirgil Vasquez pitched a complete game 6 hitter, as the Toledo Mud Hens shut out the Norfolk Tides 2-0. BOXSS Oscar Robles went 2 for 3 and drove in three runs

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The Red Sox announced today that they are promoting Charlie Zink from the PawSox to start in place of Tim Wakefield tomorrow night at Fenway Park as the team begins a homestand with the Texas Rangers.Zink is 13-4 with the PawSox this season with a 2.89 ERA in 25 starts. He was named to the International League All-Star team and leads the IL in wins with teammate David Pauley.Here is more from

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The Pawtucket Red Sox committed three errors, leading to three unearned runs, as they fell to the Charlotte Knights 5-4 this afternoon at McCoy. With the win the Knights earned a split of the four game series with the PawSox.Charlotte scored on an unearned run in the third (throwing error by Dusty Brown on a stolen base attempt), and two more in the seventh (throwing errors by Bailey and another

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The rest of the International League schedule went down this way Sunday.The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees-Syracuse Chiefs game was canceled by rain. The PawSox are now one game behind the Yankees in the IL North.The Indianapolis Indians scored four runs in the first inning and held on for a 6-4 win over the Rochester Red Wings. BOXThe Richmond Braves scored the go ahead run on a fielders

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The Charlotte Knights made the best of their hits in taking today's matinee, 3-1 at McCoy. It's the first win for the Knights in this four game series.Charlotte scored their runs against the Pawtucket bullpen, scoring two runs in the fifth off Lincoln Holdzkom (5-5) on RBI singles by Jason Bourgeois and Jerry Owens.Jose Vaquedano gave up an insurance run to the Knights in the eighth on Brad

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There was other International League action played Saturday not held in Major League ball parks. Here's how they turned out...The Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees remain a 1/2 ahead of Pawtucket in the IL North Division after their 7-6 win over the Syracuse Chiefs. The Yankees scored five runs in the last two innings to secure the victory. BOXThe PawSox now have a 10 game lead for the IL wild

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BOSTON- Playing at Fenway Park wasn’t intimidating to the Pawtucket Red Sox. Five of their starters came into the game with at least one game of Major League experience. And it showed as the PawSox handled the Charlotte Knights, 5-2, in game two of the Futures at Fenway double header played today in Boston.The most comfortable of the PawSox appeared to be starter David Pauley, who felt right at

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BOSTON- Moving right along as the PawSox still hold a 5-1 lead over the Charlotte Knights through six innings at Fenway Park.David Pauley has been masterful thus far, giving up only two hits through six innings. He has thrown 74 pitches, 49 for strikes.

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BOSTON- The PawSox have taken the lead over the Charlotte Knights this afternoon at Fenway. Pawtucket now leads 5-1 after four innings.Joe Thurston is 2 for 2 in the game, breaking the tie with a solo home run into the right field seats in the bottom of the third.Pawtucket added to their lead in the bottom of the fourth, all with two out. Gil Velazquez delivered a RBI double to left center,

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BOSTON- The PawSox and Charlotte Knights are tied at 1-1 after two innings this afternoon at Fenway Park.The PawSox got on the board first in the bottom of the first. Joe Thurston reached base on a bloop single to left and scored two batters later on an RBI single to left by Dusty Brown.Charlotte responded in the second on a lead-off double by Royce Huffman, who scored two batters later on a

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The PawSox/Knights game will begin at approximately 4:30pm.The first game of the Futures at Fenway double header saw the Lowell Spinners win on a two out bases loaded single in the bottom of the 12th inning to upend the Hudson Valley Renegades 4-3.One other note about the game is that the PawSox staff have control over the game...meaning that P.A. announcer Jim Martin is on the mic at Fenway and

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It looked like the PawSox game was to start earlier than anticipated, but game one between the Hudson Valley Renegades and the Lowell Spinners has just entered extra innings.That gives me a little time to go over some of the other happenings here at Fenway...The PawSox arrived after 1pm and 16 players took part in an autograph session in the Big Concourse area in right field. The players and

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I have already decided that I will not be providing the normal pre-game info heading into this afternoon's PawSox/Charlotte Knights' game...unless events warrant.I had a chance to walk around Fenway a bit and I must say, there is quite a crowd on hand for this double header. That's good to see. The atmosphere between innings of the Lowell game is much like what you would expect at LaLacheur Park,

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I have successfully navigated the traffic, the train, and the crowd to make my way up to the press box here at Fenway for today's Futures at Fenway double header.I will be posting periodically between now and the PawSox matchup with the Charlotte Knights giving you a flavor of what's going on here today. For right now a couple of early observations...- Those of you coming to the game know that

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It should be an interesting day as the PawSox Blog heads to Fenway Park for today's Future's at Fenway double header.Barring any unforeseen delays, I will be on hand setting the scene from Boston and blogging during the PawSox/Knights' contest.If you can't make it to Fenway, please spend the day with us.

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Here are the results from the other games played across the International League...Wayne Lydon went 2 for 4 with 2 RBI's as the Syracuse Chiefs beat the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees 5-2. BOX1B Andy Tracey went 3 for 4 with a homer and two RBI's to pace the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs over the Buffalo Bisons, 7-3. BOX The Toledo Mud Hens made the best of their 10 hits, defeating the Norfolk Tides, 9-

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PAWTUCKET- The PawSox scored on a bases loaded wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth to take a 6-5 win over the Charlotte Knights tonight at McCoy. The win, combined with Scranton/Wilkes Barre’s loss to Syracuse, puts Pawtucket within a ½ game of first place in the IL North Division. “I’m proud (of the team) because it’s a mind set” said PawSox Manager Ron Johnson of the come-from-behind

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The PawSox win on a bases loaded wild pitch in the ninth to beat the Charlotte Knights 6-5. More coming up...

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No changes from McCoy as the Knights still lead the PawSox 3-2 after six innings.Both starting pitchers, Clayton Richard for Charlotte and Charlie Zink for the PawSox have settled down after giving up their runs in the third inning.

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The Charlotte Knights lead the PawSox, 3-2 after four innings at McCoy.The Knights got to PawSox' starter Cahrlie Zink for three runs in the third on an RBI ground out by Jason Bourgeois and a two-run homer by Brad Eldred.Pawtucket got their runs in the bottom of the third on a two-run homer to right by George Kottaras, his 21st of the season.

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Finally underway at McCoy...with the PawSox and Knights scoreless after two innings.Both teams have had scoring chances, but starters Charlie Zink and Clayton Richard have been up to the task.The game was delayed an hour and seven minutes due to rain passing through the area.

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Tonight's game will be delayed by rain. The anticipated start time has been moved to 8:10pm.Stay tuned...

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-85493566407913921562008-08-08T14:56:00.003-04:002008-08-08T15:09:18.676-04:00

We all know that the Pawtucket Red Sox run a professional organization. They apparently run a profitable one as well.In the latest edition of Forbes Magazine, reporter Michael Ozanian reports on the financial success of Minor League clubs. He also ranks the top 20 most valuable baseball teams. And guess which team comes in at #16? Yes...the PawSox.Ozanian says the PawSox are valued at $19.4

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-36696238407067213792008-08-08T14:23:00.008-04:002008-08-08T18:22:48.463-04:00

McCoy Stadium will be a welcome sight for the PawSox as they begin a six-game homestand beginning tonight (7:05 pm) with the first of four games against the Charlotte Knights. LHP Clayton Richard (6-0, 2.37 ERA) takes the mound for Charlotte, opposed by RHP Charlie Zink (13-4, 2.85 ERA) for the PawSox.I'm in the press box for tonight's contest. Weather may play a factor tonight. Here's a preview

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-7727512309756269892008-08-08T05:20:00.004-04:002008-08-08T05:33:13.400-04:00

Here is what transpired across the rest of the International League yesterday...The Buffalo Bisons got 8 of their 11 hits from the top of their batting order as they beat the Indianapolis Indians, 5-3. BOXTravis Snyder knocked in two runs in his debut and Syracuse used three pitchers to shut out the Charlotte Knights, 2-0. BOXJustin Ruggiano knocked in five runs to pace the Durham Bulls to a 11

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-70206145868753138382008-08-08T03:53:00.003-04:002008-08-08T04:11:22.517-04:00

The on again, off again, PawSox offense fell off again last night as they could muster only one run on four hits in losing to the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees, 6-1, at PNC Field in Moosic, PA. The PawSox ended their six-game stretch with the Yankees at 2-4 and are 1 1/2 games behind SWB in the IL North Division.The PawSox were hamstrung once again by strong Yankee pitching, led by starter Phil

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-49626952722021699542008-08-07T05:11:00.003-04:002008-08-07T05:29:36.708-04:00

Here is a rundown of the other action from around the International League last night...The Rochester Red Wings swept a pair from the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs, taking game one 3-2 and shutting out LHV in game two 5-0. GAME ONE BOX GAME TWO BOXBobby Sandoval went 5 for 5 to lead the Syracuse Chiefs past the Charlotte Knights 7-4. BOXJosh Anderson went 3 for 4 with a home run and 2 RBI's as the

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-16408097140430384802008-08-07T04:41:00.004-04:002008-08-07T05:11:25.848-04:00

One day after being shut out by Yankees' pitching, the PawSox offense broke out, collecting 14 hits in their 11-5 win last night over Scranton/Wilkes Barre at PNC Field. The win puts the PawSox 1/2 behind the Yankees in second place in the IL's North Division.The Pawtucket offensive attack was well shared, with C George Kottaras and 3B Gil Velazquez leading the way with three hits apiece. DH

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Here is what went down across the rest of the International League last night...Russ Adams homered and drove in three runs as the Syracuse Chiefs scored the winning run in the bottom of the ninth to nip the Charlotte Knights, 4-3. BOXJustin Ruggiano and Joel Guzman each collected three hits and combined to drive in five runs as the Durham Bulls beat the Richmond Braves 9-6. BOXC Michael

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-28171574582244074382008-08-06T04:42:00.003-04:002008-08-06T05:05:54.289-04:00

The Scranton Wilkes/Barre Yankees took advantage of a rusty Bartolo Colon, while the PawSox offense was held in check in the Yankees' 4-0 win at PNC field. Scratnon now holds a 1 1/2 game lead over Pawtucket in the IL North standings.Colon (2-1), on a rehab assignment with the PawSox with a lower back strain, pitched only 2/3 of an inning, giving up three runs on four hits, one of which was a

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-567675774996770952008-08-05T17:12:00.003-04:002008-08-05T17:35:12.860-04:00

The PawSox look to regain the top spot in the IL North Division if they are able to defeat the Scranton/Wilkes barre Yankees tonight (7:00pm) in Moosic, PA. RHP Bartolo Colon (2-0, 0.64 ERA) makes a rehab start for the PawSox. He'll be opposed by Yankees LHP Kei Igawa (11-5, 3.55 ERA).The Yankees hold a 2-1 edge so far on this six game stretch between the two clubs. They took the IL North lead

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-58891647830604953692008-08-05T05:21:00.004-04:002008-08-05T05:39:06.826-04:00

The rest of the action from around the International League went down this way...The Charlotte Knights banged out 16 hits and defeated the Syracuse Chiefs, 8-4. BOXBen Zorbist and Chris Richard each collected three hits and combined to drive in three runs as the Durham Bulls shut out the Richmond Braves 5-0. BOXThe Buffalo Bisons scored five un-answered runs late in the game as they over took

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-72084282515982257082008-08-05T04:57:00.003-04:002008-08-05T05:20:50.354-04:00

2B Bernie Castro delivered a one-out bases-loaded walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth to give the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees a 3-2 come-from-behind win over the PawSox last night in Moosic, PA. With the win the Yankees take over the top spot in the IL North Division, 1/2 game better than Pawtucket.The winning run came against PawSox relievers Michael Tejera and Jose Vaquedano. SS Cody

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-51290137216979981792008-08-04T04:55:00.001-04:002008-08-04T05:01:56.300-04:00

Another busy Sunday of action across the International League. Here's what happened...Michael Aubery broke up a 1-1 tie with a solo homer in the eighth to lead the Buffalo Bisons past the Syracuse Chiefs, 2-1. BOXNyjer Morgan went 4 for 5 with 3 RBI's to lead the Indianapolis Indians to a 8-4 win over the Toledo Mud Hens. BOXAdam Pettyjohn won his 12th game of the year, pitching eight innings

Keithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16833430375677245970noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5202704521103336009.post-15067607663792786012008-08-03T20:10:00.003-04:002008-08-03T20:30:33.676-04:00

The PawSox could not continue their offensive output from Saturday night, falling to the pitching of Ian Kennedy and the Scranton/Wilkes Barre Yankees, 5-2, this afternoon at McCoy.Kennedy (4-2) kept the PawSox bats at bay, scattering six hits over seven innings. He did give up both Pawtucket runs, on a RBI single by new PawSox infielder Josh WIlson in the second and a solo homer by Gil

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