Jackets drop first, steal second game of doubleheader

Jackets drop first, steal second game of doubleheader

Jackets score two late runs to win second game

Myrtle Beach, SC – After falling in the first game of the doubleheader, the Augusta GreenJackets were down to their last strike in the second game. Stephen Paolini walked with the bases loaded to tie the score. Then, in extra innings, Landon Stephens doubled to give the Jackets a 2-1 advantage.

Justin Yeager slammed the door in the bottom of the 8th inning for the win.

GAME 1: A three-run 1st inning for Myrtle Beach was plenty to walk away with a 5-1 victory in the first game of the twin bill. A single from Yohendrick Pinango plated one, then it was Jonathan Sierra with a single to bring home two more.

All three runs were unearned from GreenJackets starting pitcher Chad Bryant Jr. He’d get the loss going just one inning.

In the 3rd, Sierra drove in a pair with a single into center field to extend the lead to 5-0. Manuel Espinoza cruised through five innings, allowing just one run on a Braulio Vasquez single in the 4th.

Augusta out hit Myrtle Beach 7-4. Vasquez and Willie Carter each had two hits.

GAME 2: Neither team could get on the board in the first four innings. Myrtle Beach changed that in the 5th. The Pelicans scored the first run of the game on a wild pitch from Ben Dum. Luis Verdugo came home to make it 1-0.

In the 7th, Javier Valdes singled to start the inning. The Jackets loaded the bases, and Paolini, in a 3-2 count with two outs, walked to tie the game at one.

In the 8th inning, with two outs and Cam Shepherd on second, Stephens worked the count full before doubling home Shepherd.

Yeager earned his second win of the 2021 season by retiring all six batters he faced. The right-hander finished with four strikeouts.

NOTES:

· Willie Carter has reached base in all nine games he’s played in.

· Javier Valdes is now 7-18 (.389) and has a six-game hitting streak.

· Joey Estes went 4.1 innings, allowing just one run in game two today. His ERA sits at 2.57 after two starts.

NEXT HOMESTAND: vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros) – May 18-23

Tuesday, May 18th, at 7:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)

• 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 discounted reserved seating tickets 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
• Teacher Appreciation Night

Wednesday, May 19th, at 7:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)

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

• Gates Open 6:00pm
• Warrior Wednesday presented today by Galaxy Distribution
• The Jackets will wear special military-themed jerseys. Active military who present ID can purchase discount reserved seating tickets at the SRP Park Box Office (while supplies last). The specialty jerseys will be auctioned off on Wednesday, September 8th to benefit Forces United.
• Play along with Baseball Bingo presented by Comfort Keepers.
• It’s Nurses Appreciation Night
• It’s the second Silver Jackets Game of 2021 presented by AARP Georgia, Augusta Ear, Nose, Throat & Allergy and Comfort Keepers. Fans 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, May 20th at 7:05 P.M. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)

Thirsty Thursday, presented by KICKS99, BOB FM, Garden City Social and Mr. Tattoo is back!

• Gates Open 6:00pm
• The weekly promotion features $1 PBR and Natural Light and other discounted beers from 6:00PM-8:00PM.

Friday, May 21st, at 7:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)

• Gates Open 6:00pm
• Braves BUZZFest – Red Out
• Happy Gilmore Night as we honor the 25th anniversary of the fan favorite film
• McGavin’s Food Stand pizza special as a part of Feature Friday
• Hole-in-One Contest at Auggie’s Acres, presented by Children’s Hospital of Georgia where fans can putt for a chance to win prizes while benefiting CHOG!
• "Feature Friday," highlights one beer at the Keg Stand from 6:00PM-8:00PM

Saturday, May 22nd, at 6:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)

• Gates open at 4:30 for the White Claw Pre-game Concert.
• $2 Off White Claw from 4:30 until first pitch
• It’s the first BOOMing Fireworks Extravaganza in 629 days presented by Premier Networx & Kicks99
• Prom Night – Dust off your best prom attire and head out to SRP Park to relive the glory days!
• Anthony and London Thuan State Farm Family Saturday

Sunday, May 23rd at 2:05 p.m. vs Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Houston Astros)

• Gates Open 1:00pm
• Sunday FUNday presented thanks to Shout 94.7 - Enjoy kid-friendly themes and activities during the game!

· Scavenger Hunt Day – No need to look further Scavenger Hunt Day will have you on the hunt for clues around SRP Park throughout the game

· It’s the first Jr. Jackets Kids Club game of 2021 presented by Best Office Products, 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 – not a member register today: https://www.milb.com/augusta/community/jr-jackets-activities

• New for 2021 on Sunday’s, the Maurice's Piggie Park BBQ Sunday Savings Meal Deal will offer fans 12 and under discounted Meal offerings to Sunday games.

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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