Durham splits twinbill in Buffalo
BUFFALO, NY – The Durham Bulls (9-17) split a doubleheader to open a six-game series against the Buffalo Bisons (15-11) at Sahlen Field. The Bulls combined for 12 hits in Wednesday’s games, ringing up 10 in the 5-1 win in game one, and two hits in the 5-0 game two
BUFFALO, NY – The Durham Bulls (9-17) split a doubleheader to open a six-game series against the Buffalo Bisons (15-11) at Sahlen Field. The Bulls combined for 12 hits in Wednesday’s games, ringing up 10 in the 5-1 win in game one, and two hits in the 5-0 game two loss.
In game one, 3B *Jonathan Aranda *led the way offensively for Durham, as he rang up four hits, including a solo home run, two runs and one RBI. 1B *Jim Haley *had two hits in the win also, adding one run.
The Bulls pitching staff in game one held the Bisons to two hits in the game as starting pitcher *Easton McGee *threw five innings, allowing one run on two hits, and ringing up four strikeouts, earning the win. Bisons pitcher *Bowden Francis *picked up the loss.
In game two, the Bulls only had two hits as Bisons 3B Jordan Groshans,1B LJ Talley and SS *Eric Stamets *all had two hits to lead the way. Stamets and RF *Nathan Lukes *both reached home plate twice in the contest as well.
Bulls pitcher *Ralph Garza Jr. *got the start in game two, as he threw two innings, allowing one run on three hits and ringing up one strikeout, picking up the loss. Bisons pitcher *Adrian Hernandez *gets credit for the win.
Durham and Buffalo face off again on Thursday evening, with first pitch set for 6:05pm. RHP Tommy Romero is scheduled to start for the Bulls and be opposed by LHP Nick Allgeyer.
Following their six-game road series in Buffalo, the Bulls return to Durham Bulls Athletic Park on Tuesday, May 10 to begin a six-game set versus the Atlanta Braves’ Triple-A affiliate Gwinnett Stripers. First pitch of that series opener is scheduled for 6:35pm.
Tickets for that game and all remaining 2022 home dates can be purchased at DurhamBulls.com/tickets.