GreenJackets stay hot, sweep doubleheader

North Augusta, SC - The Augusta GreenJackets have won four consecutive games for the first time this year. On Thursday, the Jackets won game one of the doubleheader 14-6 over the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (Chicago Cubs). In game two, Augusta overcame a 7-2 deficit to win 8-7.

Game 1: In the first game of the doubleheader, the GreenJackets offense got things started early. After Myrtle Beach scored a run in the first frame, the Jackets came back in the home-half with a Willie Carter sacrifice fly to tie the score.

In the second, Brandon Parker went deep for the fifth time this year. His two run shot put Augusta in front, 3-1. The Pelicans responded in the third with two runs to tie it up.

In the home-half of the third, a crooked number put away Myrtle Beach. The GreenJackets offense manufactured six runs on only three hits, and they chased Pelicans starting pitcher D.J. Herz. The southpaw was the Chicago Cubs Minor League Pitcher of the Month in May and allowed nine runs over 2.2 innings.

Stephen Paolini drove in two runs on the day. Landon Stephens led the way with a 3-for-4 day. Eight of nine GreenJackets had a hit and seven of nine GreenJackets had an RBI. Roddery Munoz earned the win going 5.1 innings and allowing six runs as the Jackets won by a final of 14-6.

Game 2: Myrtle Beach scored a run in the first inning, but Stephens responded in the home-half. His first home run of the year, a two run shot, gave Augusta the 2-1 advantage.

The Pelicans offense kept scoring runs in the 2nd inning. A triple from Ezequiel Pagan tied the score, then it was Yohendrick Pinango singling to give Myrtle Beach the lead. The Pelicans extended their lead to 7-2, but the Jackets began their comeback in the third. A wild pitch made it 7-3. In the 4th, Victor De Hoyos moonshot made it 7-4.

Later in the frame, Grissom walked with the bases loaded to make it 7-5. A Carter flare drove in two, and we were tied at seven. In the 5th inning, Stephens walked with the bases loaded and the Jackets led 8-7.

Justin Yeager kept the Pelicans at bay in the 6th, and it was Kenny Wells to earn the save in the 7th.

NOTES:

• Vaughn Grissom went 3-5, and scored six runs between the two games.
• Justin Yeager improved to 3-0 on the season.
• Braulio Vasquez stole his 24th base of the season.

Friday, June 11th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 7:05 p.m.

• Gates Open 5:30pm
• Faith & Family Night!

· Come on out and join us for Faith and Family Night. West Avenue Worship from First Baptist Church North Augusta will perform a Pre-Game Concert from 5:30-6:45

• 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!

· Keg Stand will feature Columbia Craft Brewing Company this week from 6:00PM-8:00PM. A representative from Columbia Craft Brewing will be on hand to hand out swag and talk all things beer.

· The Featured item of the weekend comes in 2 forms this week:

· Buffalo Wing Burger (Bee’Stro) and the Buffalo Wing Dog (Back 9 Grill) which includes wing sauce, blue cheese and pickled carrots.

Saturday, June 12th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 6:05 p.m.

• Gates Open 4:30 pm
• F*R*I*E*N*D*S Night with The One Where They Go to the Game Package which includes 6 Reserved Seat tickets to the Saturday game, and a Food Voucher!
• Another Saturday, another Anthony and London Thaun State Farm Family Saturday! Come on out and cheer on the Jackets!
• Media Sponsor: KICKS99
• The White Claw Concert Series continues with a Pre-game Concert from 4:30-5:45 featuring Chris Strikeland

· Guests can enjoy $2 Off White Claw from 4:30 until first pitch

· It’s the 3rd Booming Fireworks Show of 2021. You don’t want to miss it!

Sunday, June 13th, 2021 vs Myrtle Beach Pelicans – 2:05 p.m.

• Gates open 1:00pm
• Bark in the Park #2! Bring out your four-legged GreenJackets fan for a day at the ballpark! Presented by Hollywood Feed
• Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game, including Face Painting by Rainbow Factory!

· It’s a Jr. Jackets Kids Club game presented by Best Office Solutions, Family YMCA of Greater Augusta, Pediatric Partners & Tum-E Yummies. It’s FREE to join and members 12 & younger will receive free admission this game, special perks and themes at every Sunday game – not a member register today: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/jr-jackets-activities

· The first 200 Jr. Jackets Members to check in at the Jr. Jackets Table outside the Main Gate will receive a FREE Ice Cream Sandwich Voucher that can be redeemed at the Back 9 Grill, the Bee’Stro, McGavins, and the Front 9 only

• Every Sunday features the Maurice's Piggie Park BBQ Sunday Savings Meal Deal for fans 12 and under to enjoy savings and a delicious menu option.

To learn more or purchase tickets to this homestand visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/tickets/promotions

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About SRP Park/Augusta GreenJackets

GreenJackets Baseball is back and the 2021 season is underway. 2021 May Single Game Tickets are on sale now and available online www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com. The full promotional schedule; including post-game fireworks shows, giveaways and theme programs will be released by the GreenJackets in the near future.

2021 Augusta GreenJackets season seat memberships are on sale now. To learn more about the benefits and to get in on the 2021 action, visit www.gjmembers.comor call (803) 349-WINS (9467).

The Low-A East schedule is subject to change. It is the Low-A East and Major League Baseball’s commitment to protecting the health and safety of players, club employees, and fans.

SRP Park is the anchor piece of Riverside Village, a live, work, "playball" development which includes apartment living, retail, restaurants, class "A" office space, and a Crowne Plaza Hotel and Conference Center. To learn more about SRP Park and hosting events and availability, visit www.thesrppark.com.

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