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Astros Acquire Happ and Two Prospects for Oswalt

the Houston Astros — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:44:37 UT

The Houston Astros acquired left-hander J.A. Happ, outfielder Anthony Gose and shortstop Jonathan Villar in exchange for right-hander Roy Oswalt on Thursday. The deal nets the Astros a Major League-ready starting pitcher in Happ and two speedy and athletic position players in Gose and Villar. Happ, 27, has a 14-5 record with a 3.11 ERA over 47 appearances.

Tags: Anthony Gose, Houston Astros, J.A. Happ, Jonathan Villar, MLB, Roy Oswalt

Blue Crabs Fall to Bluefish Despite Terrific Pitching

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:24:06 UT

RHP Kenny Rayborn pitched a season high eight innings and allowed just two runs, but it was not enough as the Blue Crabs fell to the Bridgeport Bluefish 2-1 Wednesday night at Regency Furniture Stadium. The Bluefish scored in each of the first two innings, dropping Rayborn to 8-5 on the season.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Kenny Rayborn, men's pro baseball, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs

Blue Crabs Make it Two in a Row Against Bluefish

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 03:28:37 UT

The Blue Crabs shut out the Bridgeport Bluefish 4-0 Tuesday evening at Regency Furniture Stadium to improve to 5-1 on this franchise long 11-game homestand. RHP Dan Reichert earned his league best 11th win, allowing just four hits while striking out seven through as many innings.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Dan Reichert, men's pro baseball, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs

Blue Crabs Edge Bluefish for Eighth Win in Nine Games

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:57:14 UT

The Blue Crabs bounced back from their series-ending loss to the Long Island Ducks with a 4-3 win over the Bridgeport Bluefish Monday night at Regency Furniture Stadium. Bridgeport scored a pair of runs through the first two innings against RHP Connor Robertson, but he went on to earn his sixth win of the season.

Tags: Adam Greenberg, AL, Bridgeport Bluefish, Connor Robertson, Long Island Ducks, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs

Dawson, Harvey, Herzog Thrill Cooperstown Crowd at Class of 2010 Hall of Fame Induction

the Baseball Hall of Fame — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:09:14 UT

The list of baseball’s immortals expanded by three on Sunday at the National Baseball Hall of Fame. For each, their moment in Cooperstown proved the thrill of a lifetime.

Bridgeport Drops Series Finale

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 21:48:30 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – The Bridgeport Bluefish fell to the Camden Riversharks 5-3 on Sunday afternoon at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. The ‘Sharks attacked first, scoring three runs in the third inning to gain the lead. Kyle Haines started the inning with a single over the shortstop, and with two outs Chris Malec kept the inning alive on a base-hit to left center.

Tags: Brian Burgamy, Bridgeport Bluefish, Camden Riversharks, Chris Malec, Garrett Guzman, Kyle Haines, men's pro baseball

Full Team Effort Earns the Win for Bridgeport

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:01:23 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Camden Riversharks 7-4 Saturday night at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. The Bluefish took advantage of a few Camden mistakes in the first inning to secure a 1-0 lead.

Tags: Adam Greenberg, Bridgeport Bluefish, Camden Riversharks, men's pro baseball

'Sharks Bite Back Late

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 15:46:10 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – The Bridgeport Bluefish were defeated by the Camden Riversharks 5-4 Friday night at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Camden’s successful fourth inning put the Riversharks in front of the ‘Fish by three runs. Chris Malec and Brian Burgamy put together back-to-back singles to begin the inning, and Garrett Guzman drove the third consecutive base hit into the outfield to bring home Malec.

Tags: Brian Burgamy, Bridgeport Bluefish, Camden Riversharks, Chris Malec, Garrett Guzman

Bridgeport Blanked by Camden

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:49:48 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish fell to the Camden Riversharks 4-0 Thursday night in the opening contest of a four-game series at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Camden set the tone right out of the gate, taking a 3-0 lead in the first inning.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Camden Riversharks, Garrett Guzman, men's pro baseball, Teuris Olivares

Louisville Wins the Home Run Derby over Knights

the Charlotte Knights — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 03:25:46 UT

The Charlotte Knights lost a slugfest to the Louisville Bats 11-7 at Knights Stadium. The win gave the Bats the series and dropped to the Knights to 51-49 through the first 100 games of the season.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Louisville Bats

Knights Break Out of Losing Slump

the Charlotte Knights — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 03:36:39 UT

After losing the first two games of the series the Charlotte Knights used timely hitting and strong pitching to defeat the Louisville Bats 2-1 at Knights Stadium. The game was a pitcher’s duel throughout with the two teams combining for just eight hits...

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Louisville Bats

'Fish Take Matinee from 'Stormers

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 01:50:10 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Lancaster Barnstormers 5-4 in the first game of a doubleheader on Wednesday before 5,138 fans at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. The second game was suspended due to rain. Lancaster jumped in front right out of the gate in the first frame of game one. Jason Perry walked to begin the two-out rally, and Aaron Herr drove a single to left to keep the inning alive.

Tags: Aaron Herr, Bridgeport Bluefish, Jason Perry, Lancaster Barnstormers, men's pro baseball

Bridgeport Loses in 17 Innings

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:12:18 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – The Bridgeport Bluefish (7-4, 43-38) suffered a 17-inning defeat to the Lancaster Barnstormers (8-3, 39-42) by a score of five-to-four. In the 17^th inning, with Jed Morris at first and Lloyd Turner at third, an attempted steal of second turned into a swipe of home.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Jed Morris, Lancaster Barnstormers, Lloyd Turner

Louisville Slugs Knights for Second Straight Day

the Charlotte Knights — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:57:07 UT

For the second straight the Louisville Bats were able to slug their way to a win over the Charlotte Knights. The Bats hit five home runs in the 8-4 victory and have now hit nine off Charlotte pitching in the last two games.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Louisville Bats

MiLB: Charlotte Knights 4 vs. Louisville Bats 8

Tricia Gillis — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:31:06 UT

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Louisville Bats, MiLB

Pena Signed by Padres

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 22:58:28 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – Bridgeport Bluefish team officials today announced that infielder Wily Mo Pena has had his contract purchased by the San Diego Padres organization. The former Major Leaguer will report to Triple-A Portland of the Pacific Coast League. Pena appeared in 39 games for the Bluefish in 2010, posting a .310 batting average with eight home runs and 34 RBI in 155 at-bats.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, men's baseball, PCL, Portland Beavers, San Diego Padres, Wily Mo Pena

Lou Piniella to Retire Following 2010 Campaign

the Chicago Cubs — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:25:13 UT

CHICAGO – Cubs manager Lou Piniella today gave the following statement to announce he has made the decision to retire following the 2010 season. One of only five skippers to win at least three Manager of the Year Awards, including 2008 with the Cubs, Piniella will ultimately retire the 14th winningest manager in major league history.

Tags: Chicago Cubs, Lou Piniella, manager of the year, MLB

Jimerson has Contract Purchased by Los Angeles Angels

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:47:56 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – Bridgeport Bluefish team officials today announced that outfielder Charlton Jimerson has had his contract purchased by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim organization. The Atlantic League’s June Player of the Month will report to Double-A Arkansas of the Texas League.

Tags: AL, Arkansas Travelers, Bridgeport Bluefish, Charlton Jimerson, Los Angeles Angels, player of the month

All is Wells

the Long Island Ducks — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 02:09:30 UT

The Long Island Ducks defeated the Bridgeport Bluefish 10-3 on Sunday night in front of a past-capacity crowd of 6,242 at Suffolk County Sports Park. Long Island cracked the scoreboard with two runs in the first inning off Bridgeport starter Kevin Mannix.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Erick Monzon, Javier Colina, Kevin Mannix, Kip Wells, Long Island Ducks, men's pro baseball, Robinson Cancel

Knights Offense Leads Team to Win

the Charlotte Knights — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 21:54:57 UT

The Charlotte Knights were able to get themselves back on the winning track with an 8-4 win over the Durham Bulls. The win is the Knights seventh in their last eight games.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Durham Bulls

Bluefish Edge Ducks

the Long Island Ducks — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 15:18:06 UT

Central Islip, N.Y. –The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Long Island Ducks 5-4 on Saturday night in front of a past-capacity crowd of 6,154 at Suffolk County Sports Park. The Ducks and ‘Fish traded zeroes all the way until the home fourth when the Ducks put a three-spot on the board off Bridgeport starter Luis Gonzalez. Javier Colina’s RBI triple and Matt Esquivel’s two-run single gave Long Island a 3-0 advantage.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Javier Colina, Long Island Ducks, Luis Gonzalez, Matt Esquivel, men's pro baseball

'Fish Swim by Ducks

the Long Island Ducks — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 03:14:28 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Long Island Ducks 12-7 on Friday night in front of a past-capacity crowd of 6,033 at Suffolk County Sports Park. Long Island wasted no time jumping on the board early, putting up a two-spot in the first inning.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Dustan Mohr, Javier Colina, Long Island Ducks, men's pro baseball

Bears Batted Down

the Newark Bears — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 21:53:25 UT

Newark, N.J. - Luis Rodriguez continued his assault on Newark Bears’ pitching by collecting a run-scoring triple and a three-run homer, good for five RBI, leading the Bridgeport Bluefish to an 8-6 victory over the Bears Thursday night at Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium. Rodriguez put the Bluefish ahead for good with a three-run homer in the sixth inning off Bears starter Mike Loree (3-7).

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Luis Rodriguez, men's pro baseball, Mike Loree, Newark Bears

'Fish Sink Newark

the Newark Bears — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:49:48 UT

Former Newark Bears outfielder Charlton Jimerson delivered a two-run single to highlight a six-run fourth inning rally and Matt Pike scattered six hits over eight innings to earn his ninth win of the season, leading the Bridgeport Bluefish to a 12-2 victory...

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Charlton Jimerson, Matt Pike, men's pro baseball, Newark Bears

Farewell, Boss - Steinbrenner Sets the Standard

Larry Nauss — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 06:16:25 UT

He has set the standard by which all other professional sports team owners shall be measured well into the forseeable future, if not forever.

Tags: George Steinbrenner, major league baseball, new york yankees

Fonzie's Return Sparks "W"

the Newark Bears — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:54:37 UT

Newark, N.J. - Former Met All-Star Edgardo Alfonzo, just reinstated to the roster before the game, came through with two hits and a key RBI single, leading the Newark Bears to a 4-1 victory over the Bridgeport Bluefish Tuesday afternoon at Bears & Eagles Riverfront Stadium. Alfonzo was on the team’s inactive list, but was activated to start the game for the Bears at third base.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Edgardo Alfonzo, men's pro baseball, Newark Bears

Chris Chambliss Statement on the Death of George Steinbrenner

the Charlotte Knights — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 19:04:15 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – Charlotte Knights Manager Chris Chambliss issued the following statement regarding the passing of New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner:

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Chris Chambliss, George Steinbrenner

Bridgeport Conquers York

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 23:50:23 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – The Bridgeport Bluefish posted a 9-1 victory over the York Revolution Sunday afternoon. Bridgeport’s big inning came in the fourth, when the ‘Fish tallied a total of four runs. With one out, Adam Greenberg began the rally with a single falling into right field. Brandon Chaves followed with a double drilled to center to bring home Greenberg. Chaves continued on to score when Steve Moss looped a base hit into left center.

Tags: Adam Greenberg, Brandon Chaves, Bridgeport Bluefish, Steve Moss, York Revolution

Revolution Unsuccessful

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 04:29:54 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the York Revolution 4-1 Saturday at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. In the fourth inning, a pair of back-to-back singles by Charlton Jimerson and Josh Phelps began Bridgeport’s push for their first run of the game. With one out, Luis Lopez knocked a base hit into left field to bring home Jimerson.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Charlton Jimerson, Danny Putnam, Josh Phelps, Luis Lopez, York Revolution

Plummer Flushes 'Fish

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 03:43:52 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish fell to the York Revolution 2-1 Friday night at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. The Revolution jumped ahead by two in the second inning. John Pachot led off the frame with a double down the left field line, and with one out Liu Rodriguez singled to bring home Pachot.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Jarod Plummer, John Pachot, Liu Rodriguez, York Revolution

'Fish Win Slugfest

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 03:13:52 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the York Revolution 10-5 Thursday night at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Scott Grimes put York on the board right out of the gate, leading the game off with a home run. With one out, Ramon Castro was hit by a pitch and then scored on a double driven to center field by Ian Bladergroen.

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, Ian Bladergroen, Ramon Castro, Scott Grimes, York Revolution

Durham Wins a Crazy Game Over Charlotte

the Charlotte Knights — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 03:33:55 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – In one of the more unusual and wacky games you will see, the Charlotte Knights fell short to the visiting Durham Bulls 6-4 at Knights Stadium.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Durham Bulls

Liberty Division Wins All-Star Game

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 22:48:43 UT

Central Islip, N.Y. – The Liberty Division All-Stars defeated the Freedom Division All-Stars 7-1 in the 2010 Atlantic League All-Star Game, presented by T-Mobile, on Tuesday night in front of a past-capacity crowd of 6,436. The Liberty Division struck right away as Southern Maryland’s Casey Benjamin launched a first-pitch home run over the right field wall.

Tags: AL, Casey Benjamin, Freedom Division, Jesus Sanchez, Liberty Division, most valuable player, Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, Steve Moss, York Revolution

Knights Pitcher Jeff Marquez Recalled to Chicago

the Charlotte Knights — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 21:26:23 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – Charlotte Knights pitcher Jeff Marquez has been recalled by the Chicago White Sox. For Marquez, 25, this will be his first career major league appearance.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Chicago White Sox

USA Baseball Comes to Knights Stadium

the Charlotte Knights — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:37:10 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – USA Baseball and the Charlotte Knights announce that the 2010 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team and the Korean Collegiate National Team will play at Knights Stadium in Fort Mill , S.C. , on July 16, 2010, at 7:15 p.m. ET.

Tags: USA Baseball

Knights Defeat Division Leader Durham Bulls

the Charlotte Knights — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 03:14:08 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – The Knights used the longball to defeat the Durham Bulls 10-4 at Knights Stadium. Charlotte outfielder Jordan Danks led the charge hitting two home runs in the game.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Durham Bulls

Tides Provide the Fireworks to Defeat Knights

the Charlotte Knights — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 02:42:56 UT

15,243 Fans at Knight Stadium; Norfolk Hits 3 Home Runs

FORT MILL, S.C. – In front of 15,243 fans, the third largest crowd in Knights Stadium history, the Charlotte Knights offense couldn’t equal the firepower provided in the post-game fireworks show. The visiting Norfolk Tides defeated the Knights 8-2.

Tags: Charlotte Knights, Norfolk Tides

Cubs Outfielder Named to National League All-Star Team

the Chicago Cubs — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 18:43:49 UT

CHICAGO – Chicago Cubs outfielder Marlon Byrd has been named to the 2010 National League All-Star team. It is the first All-Star selection of Byrd’s career. Byrd was selected to the All-Star team by way of voting by the players. The 81st Major League All-Star Game is Tuesday, July 13 in Anaheim. Heading into this afternoon’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, Byrd is batting .310 (94-for-303) with 26 doubles.

Tags: 2010 National League All-Star team, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Marlon Byrd, MLB

York Revolution Shutout the Bridgeport Bluefish, 7-0

the York Revolution — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 02:53:20 UT

In somewhat of an after-party on the heels of clinching two nights before, the First Half Champion York Revolution shutout the Bridgeport Bluefish 7-0 before a crowd of 3,964 at Sovereign Bank Stadium on Saturday night.

Tags: Bob Zimmermann, Bridgeport Bluefish, York Revolution

Revs Clinch First Half Title!

Darrell Henry — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 13:50:43 UT

The third time was the charm, as the York Revolution clinched the Freedom Division’s First Half Championship with a 6-4 victory over the Bridgeport Bluefish on Thursday night at Sovereign Bank Stadium. The Revs earn their second playoff berth in club history, and their first ever first half title.

Bluefish Acquire Pennino

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:38:00 UT

Bridgeport, Conn. – Bridgeport Bluefish team officials today announced that catcher Tom Pennino has been acquired from the Newark Bears for catcher Todd Jennings. Pennino joins the Bluefish after appearing in 44 combined games with the Long Island Ducks and Newark Bears. He joins the Bluefish during his fourth season of professional baseball and first in the Atlantic League.

Tags: AL, Bridgeport Bluefish, Long Island Ducks, Newark Bears, Todd Jennings, Tom Pennino

'Fish Stay Hot in Series Sweep

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:28:37 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Newark Bears 7-5 Wednesday night to earn the series sweep at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard, marking the fifth time in team history the Bluefish have recorded a four-game sweep at home. Bridgeport scored three times in second inning...

Tags: Bridgeport Bluefish, men's pro baseball, Newark Bears

MiLB: Charlotte Knights 2 vs. Norfolk Tides 1

Tricia Gillis — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:45:39 UT

Tags: Charlotte Knights, MiLB, Norfolk Tides

Flowers, Hudson and Torres Named to All-Star Team

the Charlotte Knights — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:36:47 UT

Charlotte Knights catcher Tyler Flowers, starting right handed pitcher Daniel Hudson and starting right handed pitcher Carlos Torres have been elected to the International League All-Star team. It is the first time the Knights have had three players make the All-Star team since 2008.

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Charlotte Wins Slugfest at Knights Stadium

the Charlotte Knights — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:08:41 UT

It took every run possible for the Charlotte Knights to defeat the Buffalo Bisons 13-12 in the bottom of the 9^th inning off a Buck Coats RBI single at Knights Stadium. The Knights had 13 runs and 21 hits which were both season highs for Charlotte

Tags: Buffalo Bisons, Charlotte Knights

Bluefish Bats Heat Up As Pike Holds Newark To One Run

the Bridgeport Bluefish — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 08:59:30 UT

The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Newark Bears 13-1 in the series opener Monday at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard.

Carlos Torres Named Pitcher of the Week for Third Time

the Charlotte Knights — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:14:14 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – For the third time this season Charlotte Knights pitcher Carlos Torres has been named the International League’s Pitcher of the Week. This past week Torres went 2-0 in two starts and improved his season record to 6-5.

Tags: Carlos Torres, Chris Duhon

Celebration of Excellence

Raymond Rolak — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:44:03 UT

MiLB: Charlotte Knights 3 vs. Buffalo Bisons 6

Tricia Gillis — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 02:41:22 UT

Tags: Buffalo Bisons, Chris Duhon

Buffalo Snaps Knights Win Streak

the Charlotte Knights — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:57:22 UT

FORT MILL, S.C. – The Charlotte Knights were unable to extend their win streak as they lost to the Buffalo Bisons 6-3 at Knights Stadium. The loss was only the Knights second in their last 11 games.