BlueClaws Top Fightins in Exhibition, 10-6
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils dropped an exhibition matchup to their High-A affiliate, the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, by a final score of 10-6 on Tuesday night. The Fightins recorded six hits in the eight-inning contest, including solo homers from Dylan Campbell and Alex Binelas. Binelas was the only
(Reading, PA) - The Reading Fightin Phils dropped an exhibition matchup to their High-A affiliate, the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, by a final score of 10-6 on Tuesday night.
The Fightins recorded six hits in the eight-inning contest, including solo homers from Dylan Campbell and Alex Binelas. Binelas was the only R-Phil with a multi-hit performance and also scored twice.
The BlueClaws opened the game by scoring four runs in the first inning off Reading starter Luke Russo. One of those runs came off the bat of designated hitter Brock Vrandenburg. Jersey Shore’s offense finished with 10 runs on 13 hits, with Vrandenburg and catcher Luke Davis leading the way as the duo combined for four hits and four RBIs.
Russo went two and two-thirds innings, allowing five runs on seven hits while walking two and striking out three. He took the loss for the Fightins.
The Reading bullpen trotted out four arms in relief. Andrew Baker and Colin Peluse each tossed scoreless frames, while Tristan Garnett and Cristhian Tortosa combined for an inning and a third. The quartet surrendered five runs on six hits, walking three and striking out four.
BlueClaws starter Mavis Graves earned the win, tossing two shutout innings while allowing one hit. He issued three walks and struck out five. Jersey Shore’s pitching staff struck out 12 Fightins in total. Their relievers covered five innings, allowing five runs on six hits while walking five and striking out seven.
The Fightin Phils return to the field on Thursday at 6:35 p.m. at the Akron RubberDucks to begin the 2026 regular season. LHP Adam Seminaris will get the start for Reading, and he will go opposite RHP Khal Stephen for Akron. A video stream is available via MiLB TV or the Bally Live App.
The Fightin Phils return home from Apr. 7-12 to begin their 2026 home schedule against the Hartford Yard Goats (Rockies). Tuesday is Opening Night, with the first 4,000 adults receiving a Baseballtown Connect jersey and hat combo, thanks to Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center - Honoring our Dedicated Staff, Feesers, Alarm Tech, and Achievement House Cyber Charter School. Wednesday is an Unsused Ticket Game, presented by Baseballtown Charities; and, Thursday is America's 250th Anniversary Celebration, with the Berks County Bell recognized. On Friday, fans receive a 32 oz. Collector Cup featuring Baseballtown Images & Retired Numbers, sponsored by Summers Nagy Law Offices and Axcess Industries. Saturday is the first fireworks show of the season, thanks to PA Virtual Charter School, Crime Alert Berks County, and Alvernia University. The series ends Sunday with a Luau Tribute with "Lilo & Stitch" Cobranded Merchandise Available.
Tickets to all games are available at rphils.com/tickets, by calling 610-370-BALL, or in-person at the Customers Bank Ticket Office.
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