For Immediate Release
By: RJ Larson
May 22, 2018

Game 1: Bees Bounce Back in Shutout win vs Clinton
Burlington jumps out to an early lead, and doesn't look back in win vs the Clinton LumberKings

Clinton, IA. - The Bees took game one of Tuesdays double header, defeating the Clinton LumberKings 4-0. Isaac Mattson (2-2) picked up his second win of the season and Clay Chandler (1-1) suffered his first loss. Austin Krzeminski pitched the final two innings, earning him his second save.

 

More early scoring

The Bees gave up two runs in yesterday's first inning, but in today's game, they were the ones who put runs on the board early. Torii Hunter Jr. got a one out single past shortstop Johnny Adams, and next man up Julio Garcia hit his seventh double of the year, putting runners on second and third. After a Keinner Piña walked, loading the bases and a mound visit, Spencer Griffin grounded out to second, but he was the only man out, and Hunter was able to score giving the Bees a 1-0 lead. Next batter Kevin Williams Jr. Jr hit a line drive to center, scoring both Garcia and Pina, giving the Bees a 3-0 lead in the first inning.

 

Burlington added one more run in the fourth inning, because of an error by first basemen Ryan Costello, which allowed Franklin Torres to score and give the Bees a 4-0 lead.

 

Bees pitching spectacular in game 1

Isaac Mattson had another great start for the Bees, going five innings, allowing just three hits, one walk, and striking out three. Mattson's performance earned him his second win of the season and knocked down his ERA to 4.41. Austin Krzeminski came into relief for Mattson and pitched a great final two innings for the Bees. Krzeminski only allowed one baserunner on a walk and earned his second save. The LumberKings only managed to get one runner in scoring position and left five runners on base.

 

Lots of improvements since yesterday

After a rough game on Monday, Burlington turned things around. The Bees only had four strikeouts in 29 at bats, and only had one error. The pitching for the Bees also kept their pitch count low, thanks a majority of their pitches being strikes. Mattson threw 38 strikes in 59 pitches and Krzeminski threw 17 strikes in 29 pitches.

 

Game 2: Error allows Clinton to score winning run

Costly seventh inning error, allows the Clinton LumberKings to win game two of the doubleheader

About the Bees
The Burlington Bees are the Class-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Professional baseball in Burlington, Iowa dates back to 1889, giving this community one of the longest and most storied histories of any current Minor League Baseball organization. The Bees take pride in upholding that rich history and providing a place for community events and maintaining affordable family entertainment.   GOBEES.com
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