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June 28, 2009

Today's game recaps -- June 28

The Triple-A Norfolk Tides lost to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, and the Double-A Bowie Baysox fell to the Altoona Curve.

The Single-A Frederick Keys struggled in the late innings against the Wilmington Blue Rocks, while the Single-A Delmarva Shorebirds beat the Lakewood BlueClaws.

The short-season Single-A Aberdeen IronBirds dropped a decision to the Staten Island Yankees.

The rookie-level Bluefield Orioles swept the Kingsport Mets, while the rookie-level GCL Orioles lost to the GCL Reds.

Norfolk Tides (AAA)

Score: Lehigh Valley IronPigs 6, Norfolk Tides 1 (Box score)

Recap: Left fielder Joey Gathright was 3-for-5 with a stolen base and a run scored, but the Tides fell to Lehigh Valley, 6-1, for their second straight loss.

Norfolk starting pitcher Chris Tillman (5-5) cruised through the first six innings, but he couldn't avoid trouble in the seventh. The IronPigs scored six runs in the seventh, including five against Tillman. Overall, the 21-year-old right-hander allowed five runs and three hits in 6 2/3 innings. He struck out five batters and issued three walks.

Tides designated hitter Michael Aubrey was 2-for-4 with an RBI, and shortstop Melvin Dorta and third baseman Brandon Pinckney each collected two hits, including a double.

First baseman Brandon Snyder was 0-for-4 with two strikeouts for Norfolk, lowering his batting average to .189 in 10 games since joining the Tides.

Former Orioles starting pitcher Rodrigo Lopez (5-4) gave up one run and seven hits in seven innings to earn the victory for the IronPigs. The 33-year-old right-hander threw 70 of his 95 pitches for strikes.

Bowie Baysox (AA)

Score: Altoona Curve 8, Bowie Baysox 4 (Box score)

Recap: Starting pitcher Tim Bascom (2-1) was roughed up for the first time since joining the Baysox in an 8-4 loss to Altoona. The 24-year-old right-hander allowed seven runs (six earned) and eight hits in five innings.

Bowie left fielder Jonathan Tucker was 2-for-4 with a double, a stolen base, an RBI and a run scored, while center fielder Danny Figueroa added two hits and an RBI.

Right fielder Ambiorix Concepcion collected two hits for the Baysox, and first baseman Eric Crozier had a double and an RBI.

Baysox relief pitchers Wilfrido Perez and Josh Perrault each tossed a scoreless inning.

Frederick Keys (A)

Score: Wilmington Blue Rocks 7, Frederick Keys 6 (Box score)

Recap: The Keys squandered a six-run lead in a 7-6 loss to Wilmington at Harry Grove Stadium.

Frederick relief pitcher Luis Lebron (2-3) gave up three runs and three hits in the ninth inning. The 24-year-old right-hander collected two strikeouts and walked two batters.

Keys second baseman Bobby Stevens was 2-for-5 with a solo home run and two runs scored, while designated hitter David Cash added two hits and an RBI.

Starting pitcher Rick Zagone's debut with the Keys was spoiled. The 22-year-old left-hander only allowed three hits and a walk in six scoreless innings. He struck out five batters.

Delmarva Shorebirds (A)

Score: Delmarva Shorebirds 7, Lakewood BlueClaws 2 (Box score)

Recap: Third baseman Tyler Kolodny was 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBIs to lead the Shorebirds to a 7-2 win over Lakewood.

Delmarva second baseman L.J. Hoes was 4-for-5 with a double, two stolen bases and two runs scored, and shortstop Rodolfo Cardona added two hits and two RBIs.

Left fielder Kyle Hudson and right fielder Ronnie Welty each collected two hits and an RBI for Delmarva.

Shorebirds starting pitcher Ryan O'Shea gave up two runs and eight hits in five innings, but he didn't factor in the decision. Relief pitcher T.R. Keating (4-1) tossed three scoreless innings to earn the victory for Delmarva.

Aberdeen IronBirds (A)

Score: Staten Island Yankees 8, Aberdeen IronBirds 7 (Box score)

Recap: The IronBirds hit four home runs as a team, but the bullpen couldn't hold a late lead in an 8-7 loss to Staten Island.

Aberdeen shortstop Blake Davis was 2-for-5 with a solo home run and a double, while left fielder Lance West, second baseman Buck Britton and first baseman T.J. Baxter each added a solo home run.

IronBirds starting pitcher Nicholas Haughian allowed one unearned run and five hits in four innings, but he didn't factor in the decision.

Relief pitcher Jose Barajas gave up four runs and four hits without retiring a batter for Aberdeen, and James Brandhorst (0-1) suffered the loss after surrendering two runs and four hits in 1 2/3 innings.

Right fielder Jason Rook hit a two-run double for the IronBirds.

Bluefield Orioles (Rookie)

Score: Bluefield Orioles 10, Kingsport Mets 4 (Box score)

Recap: First baseman Corey Thomas was 3-for-4 with two RBIs and a run scored as the Orioles completed a three-game sweep over Kingsport with a 10-4 victory.

Bluefield left fielder Kipp Schutz collected two hits and two RBIs, while center fielder Michael Planeta was 2-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored.

Orioles starting pitcher Jesse Beal (1-1) earned his first professional victory after allowing three runs (two earned) and five hits in six innings. The 18-year-old right-hander struck out five batters and didn't walk anyone.

Third baseman Mike Flacco was 1-for-2 with three walks and three runs scored for Bluefield, and second baseman Gary Helmick hit his first professional home run, a solo shot in the third inning.

GCL Orioles (Rookie)

Score: GCL Reds 7, GCL Orioles 5 (Box score)

Recap: Second baseman Bo Ford was 3-for-4 with two RBIs, but the Orioles couldn't take advantage of five errors by the Reds in a 7-5 loss.

Orioles first baseman David Anderson was 3-for-4 with a double, an RBI and two runs scored, and third baseman Anyi Tejeda added two hits, an RBI and a run scored.

Relief pitcher Jason Hallerman (0-1) struggled with his control for the Orioles. The 21-year-old right-hander didn't allow any hits, but he walked five batters and surrendered three runs in two-thirds of an inning. Hallerman also threw three wild pitches.

So far this season, Hallerman hasn't given up any hits, but he has walked seven batters and allowed four runs while recording only two outs in two appearances.

Orioles starting pitcher Daurin Tavarez gave up one unearned run and four hits in five innings. The 20-year-old right-hander struck out four batters and didn't walk anyone.

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About Dean Jones Jr.
Dean Jones Jr.Dean Jones Jr. is the sports community coordinator at The Baltimore Sun. Following minor league baseball has always been one of his favorite hobbies. The smaller stadiums, intimate atmosphere and affordable prices allow everyone to see baseball played in its truest form. He enjoys tracking prospects as they progress from the lowest levels of a team’s farm system all the way up to the major leagues.
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