BoxscoreGive it up folks the Sand Gnats finally put some runs on the board. The Gnats managed 13 hits tonight, which may be more than they’ve had all season and only two batters went hitless. In a close 2-1 game in the 7th inning Albert Cordero(pictured) gave the Gnats some breathing room and started a big inning by leading off with solo homerun, his first of the year. Cordero has a huge day all around finishing with 3 hits, 2 RBIs, and throwing out 2-of-3 attempted base stealers. Robbie Shields displayed some impressive speed by not only 2nd base, but also swiping 3rd. He is not a burner, but has great baseball instincts and knows how to pick his spots.
The Gnats went with a weird pitching combination today using Taylor Whitenton to pitch 5 very effective innings giving up 1 run with 5 strikeouts and then using Ryan Fraser in an extended relief appearance throwing 4 scoreless innings actually earning the save. Fraser did have to leave his first start with a minor injury which explains the relief appearance, but they pretty much gave him a start. I am curious to see what they do with him for his next appearance.
Stars of the Game: 1. Albert Cordero (3pts) 2. Cory Vaughn (8pts) 3. Robbie Shields (1pt)
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