Wausau Woodchucks
WAUSAU, WI (WSAU) — The Wausau Woodchucks (10-10) took on the Traverse City Pit Spitters (8-12) for the second night in a row at Athletic Park for yet another electrifying night of strong pitching.
The first four innings were quiet as Aidan Major (West Virginia University) commanded the mound, recording eight strikeouts through seven rock-solid innings of play, giving up only one hit and two walks through six.
The Chucks, although initially quiet, began heating up during the second at-bat in the bottom of the 4th inning when Brent Widder (University of Evansville) advanced to first on a sharply hit single to right field, followed by Dwight Allen (University of Georgia) being walked, to put two runners on the bases. Amani Larry (University of New Orleans) launched a rocket of a hit into right field to earn himself a triple and drive in the first two runs of the game. Kevin Kilpatrick (University of Central Florida) continued the two-out rally by hitting a single right fielder and getting Larry to plate.
Hunter Dorraugh (San Jose State University) smashed the first pitch he saw in the bottom of the 5th to right field, giving the Chucks their first base runner of the inning. Zach Levenson (University of Miami) continued the attack on the Pit Spitters, earning both his first hit of the season and his first RBI with a single to left field.
After nearly seven innings of strong pitching, Major was relieved by Ben Abernathy (West Virginia) after the Pit Spitters earned one run off of a home run to successfully close out the inning.
Allen followed Levenson’s lead, also earning his first hit of the season on a single to right field in the bottom of the 8th, although the Chucks were unable to plate another run.
To close out the game, Cade Denton (Oral Roberts) pitched the Chucks to a victorious end result, slamming the door in the Pit Spitters’ faces for the second night in a row with a final score of 4-1.
The Woodchucks take a three-game road trip and return to Athletic Park on Wednesday, June 22 to take on the Madison Mallards on Wizardry Night! Tickets can be purchased online at https://wausau-woodchucks.
Other action from Saturday in the NWL:
Wisconsin Rapids Rafters 4, Madison Mallards 3
The Wisconsin Rapids Rafters stay hot winning their 17th game against the Madison Mallards 4-3. The Rafters rallied back in 10 innings with a walk-off by Jacob Igawa (University of Hawaii) scoring two runs. Brendan Bobo (California State University, Fullerton) scored the first run of the game in the bottom of the first inning with an RBI single. Ben Ross (Notre Dame College) led his team with two hits and one walk scoring once as he reached base.
Kalamazoo Growlers 7, Battle Creek Battle Jacks 6
The Kalamazoo Growlers sweep the Battle Creek Battle Jacks 7-6. The Growlers scored the first runs of the game in the second inning. Gabriel Gutierrez (University of Miami) had two hits including a double, triple and an RBI. Luke Storm (Duke University) hit a double in the sixth inning scoring the third run of the game. Storm had two walks and three RBI to lead his team.
Kokomo Jackrabbits 3, Kenosha Kingfish 2
The Kokomo Jackrabbits defeated the Kenosha Kingfish 3-2 to split the series in a 10-inning game. Alejandro Holguin (University of South Carolina – Upstate) went 3 for 5 at the plate with one RBI. Carlos Hidalgo (St. John’s University) had two hits with one walk to get on base. The team together has eight hits with four stolen bases. Braydon Tucker (Indiana University) and Hector Garcia (Hope International University) both pitched five innings with eight strikeouts each.
St.Cloud Rox 9, Mankato MoonDogs 0
The St.Cloud Rox defeated the Mankato MoonDogs in a scoreless 9-0 victory. Nathan Culley (Minnesota State University, Mankato) started the game pitching, throwing a complete five innings with six strikeouts. The Rox scored eight runs in the second innings with a grand slam by Brady Prewit (Colorado State University – Pueblo). Prewit had two hits on the night with four RBI. Trevor Austin (Mercer University) had two hits as well with two walks and two RBI.
La Crosse Loggers 9, Eau Claire Express 5
The La Crosse Loggers sweep the Eau Claire Express 9-5. Mac Danford (Enterprise State Community College) led his team going 2 for 5 with a double and two RBI. Connor Walsh (Rice University) had the second double of the night with two walks and scored twice as he reached base. Grady Gorgen (Troy University) had his fourth win on the mound throwing four strikes in 1.2 innings.
Rockford Rivets 6, Green Bay Rockers 2
The Rockford Rivets rallied back to take the sweep against the Green Bay Rockers 6-2. The Rivets took the lead in the seventh inning scoring their final four runs. Ben Brantley (Louisiana Tech University) had a multi-hit game with two singles and two RBI. Brandon Bannon (University of Illinois at Springfield), Brody Harding (University of Illinois), Colton Klein (Carthage College) each had a hit piece.
Bismarck Larks 5, Waterloo Bucks 3
The Bismarck Larks defeat the Waterloo Bucks 5-3 to sweep the series. Garrett Yawn (Long Island University – Brooklyn) pitched the first seven innings with four strikeouts giving up two hits and allowed only one run to score. Dylan Perry (Kaskaskia College) earned Northwoods League Player of the Night with two hits including a single, home run and four RBI. A.J Barraza (California State University, San Bernardino) had two hits and two walks with one RBI.
Fond du Lac Dock Spiders 5, Lakeshore Chinooks 1
The Fond du Lac Dock Spiders split the series taking the win against the Lakeshore Chinooks 5-1. Kaleb Hill (Charleston Southern University) had the win on the mound throwing seven scoreless innings with four strikeouts. Kyte McDonald (Wichita State University) went 2 for 4 with three RBI scoring the most runs for his team. Stephen Schissler (Nova Southeastern University) had two doubles with one stolen base scoring three times he reached base.
Willmar Stingers 3, Duluth Huskies 2
The Willmar Stingers won the series against the Duluth Huskies 3-2. Zac Corbin (Kennesaw State University) scored the first run of the game with an RBI single. The Stingers took the lead in the seventh inning with a home run by Will Hodo (University of Alabama). Jack Habeck (St. Cloud State University) had an outstanding performance on the mound throwing a complete game with seven strikeouts allowing only two runs to score.
Sunday’s Schedule:
Rockford @ Wisconsin (1:05pm)
Fond du Lac @ Madison (1:05 pm)
Jackrabbits @ Battle Creek (1:35pm)
Wausau @ Lakeshore (1:35pm)
La Crosse @Waterloo (2:35pm)
Kalamazoo @ Kenosha (4:05pm)
Duluth @ Rochester (5:05pm)
Green Bay @ Traverse City (5:05pm)
Bismarck @ Mankato (5:05pm)
Willmar @ St.Cloud (5:05pm)
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