Dash turn historic triple play in Tuesday's 2-1 loss
WILMINGTON, Del. (April 9, 2019) - Winston-Salem turned its first triple play in the Dash era (2009-present) on Tuesday night against Wilmington, but the Dash fell 2-1 in 10 innings against the Blue Rocks in the middle match of a three-game set at Frawley Stadium.With runners on first and second and
WILMINGTON, Del. (April 9, 2019) - Winston-Salem turned its first triple play in the Dash era (2009-present) on Tuesday night against Wilmington, but the Dash fell 2-1 in 10 innings against the Blue Rocks in the middle match of a three-game set at Frawley Stadium.
With runners on first and second and nobody out against Dash starter
It was the first triple play for the Winston-Salem (3-3) franchise since June 28, 1999, when the Warthogs turned a triple play against Frederick.
But, with the game tied at one in the 10th inning, Nick Pratto stroked a walk-off single into right-center against
For the fifth consecutive contest, the Dash plated the game's first run. In the fourth,
Then, with
But, in the bottom of the fourth, Wilmington quickly tied the game. Kyle Isbel started the frame with a double to left, and, following a groundout by MJ Melendez, Seuly Matias stroked a sacrifice fly to center to knot the contest at one.
Castillo, who was acquired by the White Sox in a trade with the Kansas City Royals in late March, tossed five strong innings against his former team, allowing one run and one hit while walking three and striking out five.
Winston-Salem wraps up its three-game set against the Blue Rocks on Wednesday. The Dash will send right-hander
The Dash kick off their 10th anniversary season at BB&T Ballpark on Thursday against the Potomac Nationals. Thursday's home opener will be a Thirsty Thursday, presented by Lowes Foods, and a Pups in the Park outing, presented by Handy and Handy Orthodontics. Following Friday's game, there will be a postgame fireworks display, presented by PTI. A Food Truck Festival and a Chick-fil-A Four Pack Night are on deck for Saturday, while a Rayados Day (presented by Univision) and a Craft Fair are on tap for Sunday. For tickets and more information, call the Dash at (336) 714-2287 or visit wsdash.com.