Three-Run Fourth Pushes P-Nats Past Pelicans
Woodbridge, VA - The Potomac Nationals (52-62) defeated the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (59-56) 3-1 on Wednesday night from Pfitzner Stadium. RHP Sterling Sharp (W, 1-1) finished six strong innings in his first Carolina League win. RF Rhett Wiseman drove in two of the three runs in the fourth with a two-run, go-ahead double in the two-run
Woodbridge, VA - The Potomac Nationals (52-62) defeated the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (59-56) 3-1 on Wednesday night from Pfitzner Stadium. RHP
After a pitcher's duel through the first three innings, Myrtle Beach struck first in the top of the fourth inning against Sharp. With one out, 2B
Potomac pounced back immediately in the bottom of the frame with it's only offense of the night. The P-Nats scored three runs in the fourth. 2B
Myrtle Beach cut the deficit to one in the sixth. Giambrone bashed his 12th home run of the season with one out. The solo home run to left pulled the Pelicans within a run at 3-2.
Sharp's night would finish up after six strong innings. The right-hander recorded his first Carolina League win and quality start in just his second appearance for Potomac. The 22-year old scattered six hits and struck out six in his 18th total start of the season between two levels.
For the second straight night, the bullpen was flawless for The Red, White & Blue. RHP
Potomac and Myrtle Beach wrap up a three-game set on Wednesday afternoon from Pfitzner Stadium. The P-Nats look to win a season-high four games in a row and record their first series sweep of the season. The Red, White & Blue pitches RHP
First pitch is scheduled for 12:05 pm from Pfitzner Stadium. Coverage begins at 11:50 am with the P-Nats Leadoff Show on the Potomac Nationals Baseball Network. The broadcast will be streamed live on potomacnationals.com and can also be heard using the TuneIn Radio and MiLB First Pitch apps.
Gates for Wednesday's game open at 11 am at The Pfitz! Enjoy a "Lunch Break" with the Potomac Nationals on Wednesday afternoon for just $15! Loaded ticket packages include a seat to the game plus a hot dog/hamburger, fries and a 22 oz. soda! Enjoy a matinee at the ballpark and enjoy your lunch with the P-Nats!
The Potomac Nationals of the Carolina League play at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge, Virginia, and are the Carolina League affiliate of the Washington Nationals. The Potomac Nationals have claimed five Carolina League Championship titles (1982, 1989, 2008, 2010, and 2014) and nine CL Northern Division Championships. Sponsorship opportunities for the 2017 season and beyond are available, as well as corporate outings for the 2017 season to watch the future stars of the Washington Nationals at The Pfitz. For more information on Potomac Nationals 2017 single game tickets, season tickets, mini plans, group outings, and picnic packages, visit the P-Nats online at www.potomacnationals.com or call the Potomac Nationals Ticket office at 703-590-2311.
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