Stephens sacrifice fly the difference in 1-0 win

North Augusta, SC - Tanner Gordon pitched 5.2 scoreless innings. Lisandro Santos, along with Estarlin Rodriguez finished the last 3.1 innings to give the GreenJackets their second nine-inning shutout of the year. The 1-0 win gives the GreenJackets back-to-back wins to start the homestand.

Gordon set a new career high with 10 strikeouts. He allowed just two hits.

The GreenJackets offense was powered by a Landon Stephens sacrifice fly in the sixth inning. It scored Cody Birdsong to give the Jackets the slim lead.

Santos went 1.1 frames, walking one, and not allowing a hit. Then it was Rodriguez to go the final two innings retiring all six batters he faced. He struck out three to earn the first save of his professional career.

The GreenJackets return tomorrow looking to guarantee series split.

NOTES:

• Bryson Horne finishes 1-for-3 with a walk.
• Cade Bunnell went 1-for-3 with a walk. He has 11 walks in his last seven games.
• Estarlin Rodriguez ends a streak of six consecutive outings allowing at least one earned run.

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

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.

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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