3-1 Win Gives GreenJackets Series Victory

North Augusta, SC - A 3-1 win for the GreenJackets on Sunday night finished off the second series win for Augusta this year. The Jackets take four of six from the Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals) in front of a crowd of 5,306 at SRP Park on the Fourth of July.

In the 2nd inning, Ricardo Rodriguez drove in Stephen Paolini and the GreenJackets led 1-0. A second run scored later in the inning on an error from shortstop Tyler Tolbert.

Landon Stephens added on in the third inning. A solo home run extended the lead to 3-0, and aided GreenJackets starting pitcher Jake McSteen.

Coming off his outing on Tuesday where he pitched seven innings for the win, McSteen gave the GreenJackets six innings on Sunday to earn his second win of the series. He did not allow a run.

Columbia scored once in the seventh thanks to a single from Maikel Garcia. The GreenJackets lead was 3-1.

Estarlin Rodriguez closed out the game for his second save of the series.

NOTES:

• Jake McSteen hasn't allowed a run in his last ten innings.
• Landon Stephens went 2-for-4 with a run and an RBI.
• Estarlin Rodriguez collected his second professional save.

Tuesday, July 6th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 7:05 p.m.

• Gates Open 6:00pm
• “First Responder Tuesday’s,” presented by Academy Sports and Outdoors, News 12/NBC 26 & Sunny 102.7
• All Fire, Police, and EMS can receive $2 off reserved or general admission (standing room only) ticket options with valid ID at the SRP Park Box Office (while supplies last).
• Register to be our Academy Sports and Outdoors First Responder of the Game and receive four (4) tickets, four (4) food vouchers and a $100 gift card to Academy Sports & Outdoors. Link to Register: https://www.milb.com/augusta/ballpark/gj-first-responders

Wednesday, July 7th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 7:05 p.m.

· Gates Open 6:00pm

· It’s the ever-popular Play Baseball Bingo presented by Comfort Keepers, guests receive a bingo card upon entry and play to win prizes all night long.

· Join us for the fifth “Warrior Wednesday” presented by WRDW News-Talk WGAC Augusta

o The Jackets will wear special military-themed jerseys. The specialty jerseys will be auctioned off on Wednesday, September 8th to benefit Forces United.

o Active military who present ID can purchase $2 off or general admission (standing room only) ticket options at the SRP Park Box Office.

· It’s a Silver Jackets Club Member Night presented by AARP Georgia, Augusta Ear, Nose, Throat & Allergy and Comfort Keepers. Guests 60+ can join this great club to join us every Wednesday, to learn more visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/ballpark/gj-silver-jackets.

Thursday July 8th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 7:05 p.m.

· Gates Open 6:00pm

· Dueling Pianos return to SRP Park!

· Thirsty Thursday returns Presented by KICKS99, BOB FM, Garden City Social and Mr. Tattoo. The weekly promotion features $1 PBR and Natural Light and all draft beer and 21 oz Coca-Cola Fountain Soda half price from 6:00-8:00 PM.

Friday, July 9th, vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 7:05 p.m.

• Gates Open 6:00pm
• Braves BUZZFest – Red Out
• Bee A Fan Feature Friday is back where every Friday Game features a select beer on special at the Keg Stand and Chef John and Team Food & Beverage whip up a special menu option available all weekend long!
• Shersey Giveaway presented by Premier Network. First 1,000 fans get a replica shersey!

Saturday, July 10th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 6:05 p.m.

Sunday, July 11th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 5:05 p.m.