Horne & Carter home runs power Jackets to 6-5 win

North Augusta, SC – The GreenJackets were shutout through 5.2 innings. Bryson Horne and Willie Carter changed that in a hurry.

The pair hit back-to-back home runs to tie the game. The GreenJackets scored four more times in the seventh to take the series opener over the Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals) by a final of 6-5 on Tuesday. Jake McSteen earned his second win of the year in his SRP Park debut.

He tossed seven innings of baseball, allowing only two runs. It was the longest outing of the year for any GreenJackets starting pitcher.

Adrian Alcantara was brilliant for Columbia. He'd toss five innings of shutout ball before Luis De Avila allowed the home runs in the sixth. Juan Carlos Negret hit his eighth home run of the season to give Columbia a 1-0 lead in the second. They'd add a run on a Gage Hughes sacrifice fly in the third.

In the seventh, with the scored even at two, Jose Bermudez bunted for a hit to score Stephen Paolini from third base. Columbia elected to intentionally walk Cade Bunnell. made Columbia pay with a double scoring two. Augusta led 5-2.

The Jackets added one last run in the seventh on a Bryson Horne sacrifice fly.

Horne ended his night 2-for-3 with two RBIs.

Columbia wouldn't go quietly. They'd score three times in the eighth off Gabriel Rodriguez. Ben Dum got the last out of the inning to keep the Jackets in front,

In the ninth, Dum retired the side for his second save of his professional career. Augusta snaps a three game skid and improves to 14-11 at SRP Park this year.

NOTES:

• Bryson Horne has hit five home runs in his last eight games.
• Willie Carter's home run was his first since May 29th. That home run was also against Columbia.
• Ben Dum has not allowed a run in his last three outings (4.0 innings)

NEXT HOMESTAND: June 29th-July 4th vs Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals)

Wednesday, June 30th, 2021 vs Columbia Fireflies – 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 & HUMANA – Military Tricare 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 1st, 2021 vs Columbia Fireflies – 7:05 p.m.

· Gates Open 6:00pm

· Thirsty Thursday returns and this week it’s Red, White, & Brew themed! Get ready for the 4th of July week at SRP Park with some cold beverages! 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 2nd, 2021 vs Columbia Fireflies – 7:05 p.m.

• Gates Open 6:00pm
• Braves BUZZFest – Red Out
• The first 2,000 fans through the gates will go home with a GreenJackets Team Photo presented by Unisys!
• 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 Lo-FI Brewing Company this week from 6:00PM-8:00PM. A representative from Lo-Fi Brewing will be on hand to hand out swag and talk all things beer.
• The Bee A Fan Featured item of the weekend is going to be delicious. Come and enjoy the Independence Dog which features a half-pound hog dog topped with chili,cheese and diced onions as the team calls it the Hutto Dog. It’ll be available at the Bee’stro and Back Nine Concession stand for $8 all weekend!

Saturday, July 3rd, 2021 vs Columbia Fireflies – 6:35 p.m.

• Gates Open at 5:00pm
• The White Claw Concert Series continues with a Pre-game Concert
• Guests can enjoy $2 Off White Claw from 5:00 until first pitch
• It’s our MEGA BOOMing Independence Day Celebration! BACK-TO-BACK days of fireworks shows on July 3rdand 4th! You don’t want to miss it!
• The GreenJackets will also wear their special Independence Day uniforms which will be auctioned off following the game on July 4th with proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the CSRA.
• Another Saturday, another Anthony and London Thaun State Farm Family Saturday! Come on out and cheer on the Jackets!
• Media Sponsor: KICKS99

Sunday, July 4th, 2021 vs Columbia Fireflies – 6:35 p.m.

• Gates open 5:00pm
• Pre-game concert on the concourse from 5:00-6:15pm.
• It’s our Independence Day Celebration! BACK-TO-BACK days of fireworks shows on July 3rd and 4th! You don’t want to miss it! It’s our biggest BOOMing Fireworks Show of the year presented by TaxSlayer.
• The GreenJackets will also wear their special Independence Day uniforms which will be auctioned off following the game with proceeds benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the CSRA.
• Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game!
• 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.
• Kids Run the Bases

To learn more or purchase tickets to this homestand or any 2021 GreenJackets home game visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/tickets/promotions

The MLB Mandated clear bag policy is in effect for the 2021 season. For a complete rundown of SRP Park Gameday need to knows visit: https://www.milb.com/augusta/ballpark/srp-park-rules.

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About SRP Park/Augusta GreenJackets

GreenJackets Baseball is back and 2021 Individual Tickets are on sale now and available online www.GreenJacketsBaseball.com. Join us to BEE a FAN all summer long at SRP Park.

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.com or 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.

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