Drive Stunned by Legends Comeback on Wednesday
Lexington, KY - The Greenville Drive got out to a big lead in the middle innings of Wednesday's series finale in Lexington, but the Lexington Legends roared back with eight runs in the final two frames to stun the Drive 9-6 and complete a three-game sweep.
Lexington, KY - The Greenville Drive got out to a big lead in the middle innings of Wednesday's series finale in Lexington, but the Lexington Legends roared back with eight runs in the final two frames to stun the Drive 9-6 and complete a three-game sweep.
With the score 1-1 in the sixth, the Drive (2-5) offense plated five runs to take a big lead. After a one-out walk and a pair of hit by pitches loaded the bases,
That lead held until the seventh, when the Legends (6-1) scored five unearned runs. With the bases loaded and two outs, a Drive error on a ground ball scored a run. That proved costly, as
Lexington scored three more times to take the lead for good in the eighth.
Drive starter
The Drive took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning off
The score remained there until the fourth, when Melendez led off with a triple to deep right field and came home on a Drive error on a fielder's choice.
With the first road trip of the season complete, the Drive will return home to Fluor Field on Thursday night for Opening Week presented by TD Bank. Fans attending Thursday's game are encouraged to be in their seats by 6:30 PM, as the pregame special ceremonies will begin promptly at that time, featuring a 2017 South Atlantic League Championship recognition, as well as a special presentation regarding Minor League Baseball's John H. Johnson President's Award and full roster introductions.
Thursday's first pitch against the Rome Braves, an Atlanta Braves affiliate, is scheduled for 7:05 PM. The pitching matchup will feature Drive right-hander
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