BayBears outduel Braves in low-scoring affair

PEARL, Miss. (June 13, 2019) - The Mobile BayBears, the Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels, edged out a 2-1 victory over the Mississippi Braves Thursday night at Trustmark Park.
With the game tied 1-1 in the eighth inning, Bo Way delivered with an RBI double off Jeremy Walker (1-5) to put the BayBears (26-38) back in front. Mobile has not trailed in the first two games of the series.
Andrew Wantz recorded a quality start in his Double-A debut. After allowing a leadoff home run to Cristian Pache, Wantz retired 16 of the next 19 batters. He allowed just a pair of hits and walks while striking out six batters in a no-decision.
Isaac Mattson (1-1) earned the win with two scoreless innings of relief. Adam Hofacket retired the side in order in the ninth for his second save. Mobile relievers have not allowed a run in 7 2/3 innings this series.
Braves (30-35) starter Tucker Davidson struck out a career-high 10 batters and allowed just one unearned run in 5 1/3 innings.
The BayBears continue the six-game road series against Mississippi Friday at 6:35 p.m. Right-handed pitcher Jason Alexander (1-3, 3.40 ERA) is scheduled to make the start against righty Jasseel De La Cruz (1-2, 4.42 ERA) for the Braves. Live coverage can be seen on MiLB.tv (Mississippi feed, subscription required, promo code: BAYBEARS) and heard on MobileBayBears.com, the TuneIn app, and the MiLB First Pitch app., with the Countdown to First Pitch starting at 6:15 p.m.
The BayBears return home next Thursday and host a total of 70 home dates through Labor Day, September 2. The new BayBears Pass is available, featuring a general admission ticket to every BayBears game at Hank Aaron Stadium for only $19.97 per month. Season ticket packages and partial plans are also available, featuring a 7-game plan and a 12-game option to guarantee bobbleheads and receive tickets to select fireworks nights. Individual game tickets can be purchased online at MobileBayBears.com or by calling 251-572-BEAR (2327).
About the Mobile BayBears
The Mobile BayBears are the Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels and play their games at Hank Aaron Stadium in Mobile, Alabama. The BayBears were founded in 1997 and have won four Southern League titles in 1998, 2004, 2011, and 2012. Additionally, the 1998 and 2011 championship squads were named Minor League Team of the Year by Baseball America. More than 175 former BayBears have reached the Major League level, including All-Stars Max Scherzer, Paul Goldschmidt, Jake Peavy, Carlos Gonzalez, and Justin Upton. For more information on the Mobile BayBears and Hank Aaron Stadium, please visit MobileBayBears.com, call (251) 572-BEAR (2327), or contact Steve Goldberg via email at [email protected].
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