Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) (28-20, 1st North) at Montgomery Biscuits (TB) (25-23, 2nd South)
Site: Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery, AL
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Pitching Match-up: RHP Brandon Maurer (2-1, 4.27) vs. RHP Alex Colome (1-1, 5.63)
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*PAXTON UPDATE* LH James Paxton left last night’s game in the 3rd inning with a sore right knee. Paxton will continue to be evaluated, but will likely miss his next start. More information will come on tonight’s broadcast.

TODAY’S GAME: The Generals continue their 5-game road trip tonight at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery. Montgomery leads the series 2-1. Jackson will take on Montgomery 21 times this season. Tonight’s game will be broadcasted on NewsTalk 101.5 FM.

GENERALS RECAP: The Montgomery Biscuits scored four runs in the 1st inning on Friday night at Riverwalk Stadium, and never looked back. Montgomery won the 3rd game of the set, 6-1 over the Generals. Ryan Garko continued his hot series Friday with an RBI single and scored on a 3-run home run by the next batter, Tyler Bortnick in the bottom of the 1st inning. The big first gave Montgomery a 4-0 advantage. General’s starter James Paxton (3-3) left after just 2.2 innings with a sore right knee. Paxton walked 5 and struck out 1, allowing four 4 on 4 hits in the loss. The Generals picked up a run in the 7th and trimmed the Montgomery lead to 4-1 on a sacrifice fly from Denny Almonte. Ryan Garko capped off his night in the bottom of the 7th with a 2-run home run and Montgomery put the game away. Yoervis Medina pitched well out of the pen for Jackson allowing no runs on one hit in 3.1 innings. Medina struck out 5 and walked 1. Gabriel Noriega had a season-best 4-for-4 night at the plate for Jackson.

TOPS IN THE LEAGUE: The Generals have the best record in the Southern League, 28-20 and also lead the league with a 2.84 ERA. The next closest to Jackson is Mississippi with a 3.36 ERA

WHO’S HOT?: LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 19.2 innings in relief (0.45 ERA). During his last 13 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .167 average (11×69), while walking 4 and striking out 24.

CHIANG RETURNS TO JACKSON: OF Chih-Hsien Chiang has been activated to the Generals roster from Triple-A Tacoma and INF Anthony Phillips was transferred to Class-A Clinton. Chiang returns to Jackson after playing in 40 games for Tacoma. Chiang batted .245, with 2 home runs, 6 doubles and 11 RBI with the Rainiers. Chiang was on the opening day roster for the Generals.

THE INCREDIBLE HULTZ: After allowing 5 runs in 4.0 innings in his first start of the season, Danny Hultzen has allowed only 5 earned run in 46.2 innings (0.96 ERA), lowering his ERA from 11.25 to 1.78 ERA. During this stretch he has limited opponents to a .142 average (22×155), while walking 22 and striking out 48. Overall in 9 starts this season, Hultzen is 4-3 with a 1.78 ERA (10 ER, 50.2 IP). He has limited opponents to a .146 average (25×171), which is the lowest in the Southern League, while walking 25 and striking out 56. Hultzen is also the current active ERA in the Southern League.

THE VETERAN CAMPBELL REACHING: 27-year-old utility man Eric Campbell has reached base in 18-straight games, the 3rd longest current streak in the Southern League and T-6th longest in the league this season. Over the streak, Campbell is batting .338 (23×68) with 5 doubles, 2 home runs and 12 RBI.

HE’S ONLY 19: RH Taijuan Walker has tossed at least 5.0 innings in 5 of his 8 starts, while allowing 2 runs or less in all 8 starts. He is currently is 3-1 with a 2.06 ERA (9 ER, 39.1 IP) in 8 starts. Walker has limited opponents to a .224 (32×143) average, while walking 12 and striking out 41. He currently ranks 4th in the Southern League with a 2.06 ERA.

THE FLAME THROWER: LH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 11.0 innings in relief (8 games). This season he is 2-2 with 4 saves and a 1.90 ERA (5 ER, 23.2 IP). He has limited opponents to a .202 (18×89) average, while walking 4 and striking out 32. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 14 of 17 relief appearances this season. His 12.17 strikeouts per 9.0 innings currently ranks 3rd amongst relievers in the Southern League.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) (28-19, 1st North) at Montgomery Biscuits (TB) (24-23, 2nd South)
Site: Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery, AL
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Pitching Match-up: LHP James Paxton (3-2, 3.30) vs. RHP Jacob Thompson (1-4, 6.10)
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM (pregame 6:50) /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available
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Game Information:  | Game Notes 5-25 at Montgomery
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TODAY’S GAME:The Generals (28-19) continue their 5-game road trip tonight at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery. The series is tied at 1-1 and Jackson looks to win their 2nd straight over the Biscuits. Tonight’s game will be broadcasted on NewsTalk 101.5 FM.

GENERALS RECAP: The Generals scored single runs in five innings Thursday night and defeated Montgomery in game two of the five-game set, 5-4. The series is even at 1-1. Carter Capps (2-2) picked up the win for Jackson tossing a scoreless eighth innings, striking out four of six batters faced. The Generals (28-19) lead the division over Huntsville by two games. With two outs in the ninth Eric Campbell singled an 0-2 pitch to right scoring Francisco Martinez from second base and Jackson took the final lead of 5-4. Jesus Sucre led the Generals going 3-for-4 at the plate. Steven Proscia was 2-for-4 and scored two runs. Generals starter Steve Garrison did not factor in the decision allowing three runs on seven hits over five innings.

TOPS IN THE LEAGUE: The Generals have the best record in the Southern League, 28-19 and also lead the league with a 2.77 ERA. The next closest to Jackson is Mississippi with a 3.33 ERA

WHO’S HOT?: LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 19.2 innings in relief (0.45 ERA). During his last 13 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .167 average (11×69), while walking 4 and striking out 24.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 20.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.44 ERA in 16 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .231 average (18×78) with 3 walks and 21 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings ratio (0.89).

THE INCREDIBLE HULTZ: After allowing 5 runs in 4.0 innings in his first start of the season, Danny Hultzen has allowed only 5 earned run in 46.2 innings (0.96 ERA), lowering his ERA from 11.25 to 1.78 ERA. During this stretch he has limited opponents to a .142 average (22×155), while walking 22 and striking out 48. Overall in 9 starts this season, Hultzen is 4-3 with a 1.78 ERA (10 ER, 50.2 IP). He has limited opponents to a .146 average (25×171), which is the lowest in the Southern League, while walking 25 and striking out 56. Hultzen is also the current active ERA in the Southern League.

THE VETERAN CAMPBELL REACHING: 27-year-old utility man Eric Campbell has reached base in 17-straight games, the 3rd longest current streak in the Southern League and 10th longest in the league this season. Over the streak, Campbell is batting .344 (22×64) with 2 home runs and 12 RBI.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) (27-19, 1st North) at Montgomery Biscuits (TB) (24-22, 2nd South)
Site: Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery, AL
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Pitching Match-up: LHP Steve Garrison (2-1, 2.25) vs. RHP Matt Buschmann (1-2, 5.45)
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM (pregame 6:50) /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available
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Game Information:  | Game Notes 5-24 at Montgomery
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TODAY’S GAME: After falling 2-1 in 12 innings last night, the Generals look to bounce back tonight in game two at Riverwalk Stadium in Montgomery, game time is at 7:05.

GENERALS RECAP:  Danny Hultzen struck out 12 Montgomery batters over six innings Wednesday in Montgomery, but Jackson fell to the Biscuits in 12 innings, 2-1. Michael Sharidan belted a 12th inning homer sending the Generals to a series opening loss. Hultzen’s 12 strikeouts were the most in an outing this season by a Jackson starter.The 12-strikeout performance by Hultzen was the second-highest against Montgomery. In 2005, Rich Hill fanned 14 Biscuits when Jackson was affiliated with the Chicago Cubs. Offensively the Generals had opportunities stranding 14 runners on base and finished 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position. Hultzen scattered five hits and allowed just one run over his six innings and turned it over to the bullpen. Bobby LaFromboise and Mauricio Robles added two scoreless behind Hultzen. Yoervis Medina (1-4) surrendered the homer to Sheridan in the 12th and suffered the loss.

TOPS IN THE LEAGUE: The Generals have the best record in the Southern League, 27-19 and also lead the league with a 2.74 ERA. The next closest to Jackson is Mississippi with a 3.30 ERA

WHO’S HOT?: LH Danny Hultzen after nine starts for the Generals,has a 1.78 ERA, 56 strikeouts in 50.2 innings and the Southern League is hitting .146 against him.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 19.2 innings in relief (0.45 ERA). During his last 13 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .167 average (11×69), while walking 4 and striking out 24.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 20.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.44 ERA in 16 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .231 average (18×78) with 3 walks and 21 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings ratio (0.89).

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 27-18, 1st North at Montgomery Biscuits (TB) 23-22, 2nd South
Site: Riverwalk Stadium, Montgomery, AL
Pitching Match-up: LHP Danny Hultzen (4-3, 1.81) vs. RHP Joseph Cruz (2-5, 7.07)
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available / MILB.TV is also available
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Game Information:  | Game Notes 5-23 at Montgomery
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TODAY’S GAME:After a day off on Tuesday, the Generals begin a 5-game road series in Montgomery tonight at 7:05. The Generals and Biscuits are meeting for the first time this season and will play 21 times this season, including 13 at Riverwalk Stadium.

GENERALS RECAP:  The Generals split a double-header with Mobile on Monday afternoon, dropping game 1, 2-1 and winning game 2 on a Francsico Martinez walkoff 2-run home run in the bottom of the 7th, 4-2. The Generals won the series, taking 4 of the 5 games. In game 1, starter Brandon Maurer (5.1,6,2,2,2,6,HR), recorded his first loss of the season, allowing 2 runs on 6 hits in 5.1 innings. LF Chris Pettit (3×4, 2B) led the team with 3 hits, while 3B Eric Campbell (2×2, 2 BB) picked up the only other multi-hit game for Jackson. RH Taijuan Walker (5.0,4,2,2,1,6) started game 2, but recorded a no decision, allowing 2 runs on 4 hits in 5.0 innings. He allowed the first 2 batters faced in the 6th inning to reach base before being pulled from the game. Reliever Brian Moran (0.0,1,0,0,0,0) allowed a 2-run double to the only batter he faced. 3B Francisco Martinez led the team going 2×4, 2 runs scored, 1 home run 3 RBI.

TOPS IN THE LEAGUE: The Generals have the best record in the Southern League, 27-18 and also lead the league with a 2.77 ERA. The next closest to Jackson is Mississippi with a 3.33 ERA

WHO’S HOT?: INF Eric Campbell went 0x2 with 1 BB in game 2 Monday, ending his hitting streak at 8 games. During the streak he hit .406 (13×32) with 8 runs scored, 2 doubles, 1 triple, 1 home run and 6 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 17.2 innings in relief (0.51 ERA). During his last 12 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .175 average (11×63), while walking 4 and striking out 22.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 20.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.44 ERA in 16 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .231 average (18×78) with 3 walks and 21 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings ratio (0.89).

HE’S ONLY 19: RH Taijuan Walker has tossed at least 5.0 innings in 5 of his 8 starts, while allowing 2 runs or less in all 8 starts. He is currently is 3-1 with a 2.06 ERA (9 ER, 39.1 IP) in 8 starts. Walker has limited opponents to a .224 (32×143) average, while walking 12 and striking out 41. He currently ranks 4th in the Southern League with a 2.06 ERA.

CAPPING OFF GAMES: Generals closer Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 9.0 innings in relief (7 games). This season he is 1-2 with 4 saves and a 2.08 ERA (5 ER, 21.2 IP). He has limited opponents to a .217 (18×83) average, while walking 4 and striking out 28. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 13 of 16 relief appearances this season. His 11.63 strikeouts per 9.0 innings currently ranks 5th amongst relievers in the Southern League

TODAY’S GAME:The Generals and BayBears play a double-header today at Pringles Park, with first pitch of game one set for 12:05 p.m. The Generals have won the series taking each of the first 3 games. Jackson is 2-2 in 7-inning games this season.

WALL FALLS: During the storm that postponed yesterday’s game with Mobile and sizable piece of the centerfield wall was blown down (see picture). A crew led by Generals GM Jason Compton worked into the night to get the wall ready for play today.

TOPS IN THE LEAGUE: The Generals have the best record in the Southern League, 26-17 and also lead the league with a 2.78 ERA. The next closest to Jackson is Mississippi with a 3.23 ERA

WHO’S HOT?: INF Eric Campbell has hit safely in 7 straight games with 3 multi-hit games, batting .367 (11×30) with 8 runs scored, 2 doubles, 1 triple, 1 home run and 8 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 17.2 innings in relief (0.51 ERA). During his last 12 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .175 average (11×63), while walking 4 and striking out 22.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 20.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.44 ERA in 15 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .239 average (17×71) with 3 walks and 18 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings (0.93).

*Game two will begin 30 minutes after the conclusion of game one*

Today’s Doubleheader: Jackson Generals (SEA) 26-17, 1st North vs Mobile BayBears (ARI) 24-19, 1st South
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up:
Game 1: RHP Brandon Maurer (2-0, 4.39) vs. LHP Tyler Skaggs (1-3, 3.57)
Game 2: RHP Taijuan Walker (3-1, 1.83) vs. RHP Brett Lorin (0-3, 3.56)
Time: 12:05 p.m.
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Promotions: School Day
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Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 26-17, 1st North vs Mobile BayBears (ARI) 24-19, 1st South
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: RHP Brandon Maurer (2-0, 4.39) vs. LHP Tyler Skaggs (1-3, 3.57)
Time: 6:05 p.m.
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available / MILB.TV is also available
Promotions: Buy One, Get One Free Tickets with Church Bulletin
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TODAY’S GAME:With the Generals having already taken the series, Jackson looks to win their 4th straight today over Mobile, with first pitch at 6:05 p.m. The Generals are 26-17 on the season and lead the North Division by 2 1/2 games.

GENERALS RECAP:  LF Chris Pettit (1×5, R, HR, RBI) hit a walk off home run in the top of the 11th inning as Jackson defeated Mobile 2-1 on Saturday night. Starter James Paxton (6.0,4,1,1,2,6,HR) recorded his 3rd quality start of the season, but didn’t figure into the decision after allowing a solo home run in the 2nd inning. Jackson tied the game at 1-1 in the bottom of the 5th inning on an RBI single by 1B Steven Proscia (2×3, RBI, 2 BB) that brought home 3B Francisco Martinez (1×3, R, 2 BB). Relievers Mauricio Robles (1.1,1,0,0,1,0), Bobby LaFromboise (0.2,0,0,0,1,1), Carter Capps (2.0,1,0,0,0,1) and Steven Hensley (1.0,0,0,0,0,3) combined for 5.0 scoreless innings behind Paxton. Hensley struck out all 3 batters faced in the 11th inning to pick up his first win of the season.

TOPS IN THE LEAGUE: The Generals have the best record in the Southern League, 26-17 and also lead the league with a 2.78 ERA. The next closest to Jackson is Mississippi with a 3.23 ERA

WHO’S HOT?: INF Eric Campbell has hit safely in 7 straight games with 3 multi-hit games, batting .367 (11×30) with 8 runs scored, 2 doubles, 1 triple, 1 home run and 8 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 17.2 innings in relief (0.51 ERA). During his last 12 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .175 average (11×63), while walking 4 and striking out 22.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 20.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.44 ERA in 15 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .239 average (17×71) with 3 walks and 18 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the
Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings (0.93).

JUST HOW GOOD IS HE?: Lefty starter Danny Hultzen has allowed only 16 hits and 4 earned runs over his last 7 starts, a span of 40 2/3 innings pitched. Hultzen is now the active leader in the Southern League with a 1.81 ERA. After last night’s game he lowered his league best opponents batting average figure to an amazing .133. He ranks 2nd in the league in WHIP at 0.99 and is now T-3rd with 4 wins.

CAPPING OFF GAMES: RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 9.0 innings in relief (7 games). This season he is 1-2 with 4 saves and a 2.08 ERA (5 ER, 21.2 IP). He has limited opponents to a .217 (18×83) average, while walking 4 and striking out 28. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 13 of 16 relief appearances this season. His 11.63 strikeouts per 9.0 innings currently ranks 5th amongst relievers in the Southern League.

TODAY’S GAME:The 1st place Generals play game 3 of the 5-game series against Mobile, with first pitch at 6:05. Jackson leads the series 2-0 and look to win the series tonight. The Generals have the best record in the Southern League at 25-17.

GENERALS RECAP:  The Generals scored 13 runs combined between the 4th and 6th innings, while setting season highs in runs and hits defeating Mobile 13-5 on Friday. Jackson recorded 17 hits including 9 extra base hits. SS Nick Franklin fell a home run short of hitting for the cycle, going 4×4 with 3 runs scored, 1 double, 2 triples and 2 RBI. DH Eric Campbell (3×4, 3 R, 2 2B, 3B, 3 RBI) recorded 3 hits, including 3 extra-base hits, while leading the team with 3 RBI. 1B Steven Proscia hit his 4th home run in 8 games and has recorded 4 hits over his last 9 at-bats since being promoted to Jackson from High Desert. LF Chris Pettit (1×4, R, 2B, 2B, 2 RBI) and DH Denny Almonte (1×5, R, 2 RBI) each recorded 2 RBI, while 3B Francisco Martinez (2×5, R) and Daniel Carroll (2×4, 2 R, 2B, BB) each recorded 2 hits. RH Moises Hernandez (2.0,3,2,2,2,1) recorded his 2nd win in relief, allowing 2 runs on 3 hits in 2.0 innings.

WHO’S HOT?: INF Eric Campbell has hit safely in 6 straight games with 3 multi-hit games, batting .400 (10×25) with 8 runs scored, 2 doubles, 1 triple, 1 home run and 8 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 17.0 innings in relief (0.53 ERA). During his last 11 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .183 average (11×60), while walking 3 and striking out 21.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 20.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.44 ERA in 15 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .239 average (17×71) with 3 walks and 18 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the
Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings (0.93).

JUST HOW GOOD IS HE?: Lefty starter Danny Hultzen has allowed only 16 hits and 4 earned runs over his last 7 starts, a span of 40 2/3 innings pitched. Hultzen is now the active leader in the Southern League with a 1.81 ERA. After last night’s game he lowered his league best opponents batting average figure to an amazing .132. He ranks 2nd in the league in WHIP at 0.99 and is now T-3rd with 4 wins.

CAPPING OFF GAMES: RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 7.0 innings in relief (6 games). This season he is 1-2 with 4 saves and a 2.29 ERA. He has limited opponents to a .236 (17×76) average, while walking 4 and striking out 27. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 12 of 15 relief appearances this season. His 12.36 strikeouts per 9.0 innings currently ranks 2nd amongst relievers in the Southern League.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 25-17, 1st North vs Mobile BayBears (ARI) 24-18, 1st South
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP James Paxton (3-1, 2.60) vs. RHP Chase Anderson (2-1, 2.19)
Time: 6:05 p.m.
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available / MILB.TV is also available
Promotions: Postgame Fireworks, Patriotic Themed, presented by Kilgore Flares, World’s Largest Barbecue Sandwich and Rib Fest, presented by Southern Pride. National Guard Night
Live Stats: Live pitch-by-pitch coverage will be available on MILB GAMEDAY
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TODAY’S GAME:The 1st place Generals play game 2 of the 5-game series against Mobile tonight at Pringles Park, with first pitch at 7:05. The Generals and BayBears are tied for the best record in the Southern League at 24-17.

GENERALS RECAP:  In a game touted as a potential pitching clinic, LHP Danny Hultzen (4-3) did not disappoint in front of 3,344 Generals fans. Hultzen allowed only three hits and struck out eight in the Generals’ 4-2 win over the Mobile BayBears at Pringles Park. Leading the Generals offensively was Jesus Sucre going 2-for-3 with an RBI and run scored. Steven Proscia and Denny Almonte also collected two hits, finishing 2-for-4 each. Carter Capps earned his fourth save of the season tossing a scoreless 1 1/3 innings striking out two. Mike Bolsinger, making the start in place of the promoted Trevor Bauer suffered the loss despite striking out seven over 6 2/3 innings for Mobile.

WHO’S HOT?: INF Eric Campbell has hit safely in 9 of his last 11 games with 4 multi-hit contests. During this stretch he is batting .341 (14×41) with 9 runs scored, 2 doubles, 2 home runs and 8 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 17.0 innings in relief (0.53 ERA). During his last 11 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .183 average (11×60), while walking 3 and striking out 21.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 18.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.49 ERA in 14 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .239 average (17×71) with 3 walks and 18 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings (0.98).

JUST HOW GOOD IS HE?: Lefty starter Danny Hultzen has allowed only 16 hits and 4 earned runs over his last 7 starts, a span of 40 2/3 innings pitched. Hultzen is now the active leader in the Southern League with a 1.81 ERA. After last night’s game he lowered his league best opponents batting average figure to an amazing .132. He ranks 2nd in the league in WHIP at 0.99 and is now T-3rd with 4 wins.

CAPPING OFF GAMES: After last night’s game, RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 7 innings in relief (6 games). This season he is 1-2 with 4 saves and a 2.29 ERA. He has limited opponents to a .224 (17×76) average, while walking 4 and striking out 27. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 12 of 15 relief appearances this season. His 12.36 strikeouts per 9.0 innings currently ranks 2nd amongst relievers in the Southern League.

TOP PITCHING STAFFS FACE OFF: The Generals pitching staff has a league best, 2.78 ERA and 328 strikeouts. The BayBears have the second best ERA in the league at 3.20.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 24-17, 1st North vs Mobile BayBears (ARI) 24-17, 1st South
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP Steve Garrison (2-1, 0.75) vs. RHP Derek Eitel (3-2, 3.73)
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available / MILB.TV is also available
Promotions: Postgame Fireworks, Disney Themed, presented by JEA, Memphis Jones Pregame Concert, Crawdads Classics Crawfish Boil, Boy Scout Campout, Honor Roll Night
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TODAY’S GAME: The Generals begin a homestand tonight at Pringles Park against the Mobile BayBears. The series features the two top teams in the Southern League. Mobile is 24-16 and leads the South Division by 5 games. Jackson leads the SL North by 1/2 game over Huntsville at the start of play today.

GENERALS RECAP:  Jackson scored 8 runs Tuesday combined between the 3rd-5th inning to take an 8-5 lead, but it wasn’t enough as Tennessee came back to beat the Generals 10-8 on Tuesday afternoon. Each team notched a 5-run inning and the 2 teams combined for 6 errors and 10 unearned runs. Starter Brandon Maurer allowed 5 run on 7 hits in 2.0 innings, but didn’t figure into the decision. It was his 3rd consecutive start not lasting at least 3.0 innings. RH Steven Hensleyallowed 3 runs (2 ER) on 3 hits in 2.1 innings to pick up his 2nd loss of the season.

WHO’S HOT?: INF Eric Campbell has hit safely in 8 of his last 10 games with 4 multi-hit contests. During this stretch he is batting .351 (13×37) with 9 runs scored, 2 doubles, 2 home runs and 7 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 17.0 innings in relief (0.53 ERA). During his last 11 relief appearances he has limited opponents to a .183 average (11×60), while walking 3 and striking out 21.
– RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 5.2 innings in relief (5 games). This season he is 1-2 with 3 saves and a 2.45 ERA. He has limited opponents to a .236 (17×72) average, while walking 4 and striking out 25. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 11 of 14 relief appearances this season. His 12.27 strikeouts per 9.0 innings currently ranks 3rd amongst relievers in the Southern League.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 earned run in 18.1 innings in relief, going 1-2 with a 0.49 ERA in 14 games. Moran has limited oppnents to a .239 average (17×71) with 3 walks and 18 strikeouts. He currently leads all relievers in the Southern League with the lowest walk per 9.0 innings (0.98).

D-BACKS NIX STAR PITCHING MATCHUP: Thursday’s scheduled starter for Mobile, RHP Trevor Bauer was promoted to Triple_A Reno. The promotion of Bauer nixed the matchup of Danny Hultzen, last year’s No. 2 overall pick in the MLB draft and Bauer, who was the No. 3 pick in the draft. .

TOP PITCHING STAFFS FACE OFF: The Generals pitching staff has a league best, 2.83 ERA and 318 strikeouts. The BayBears have the second best ERA in the league at 3.25.

MASH UNIT: The Generals have been struck with a number of injuries over the last two weeks. Generals’ regulars Johermyn Chavez (broken bone in hand), Rich Poythress (stress fracture in foot) and Joe Dunigan (sprianed right wrist) have all been placed on the DL. Nick Franklin has also missed the last 7 games with a thumb injury.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 23-17, 1st North vs Mobile BayBears (ARI) 24-16, 1st South
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP Danny Hultzen (3-3, 1.91) vs. RHP Mike Bolsinger (0-0, 0.00)
Time: 7:05 p.m.
Radio: NewsTalk 101.5 FM /  GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available / MILB.TV is also available
Promotions: Dollar Night, presented by MobileNation, JEA Customer Appreciation Night, $6,000 baseball game
Live Stats: Live pitch-by-pitch coverage will be available on MILB GAMEDAY
Game Information:  | Game Notes 5-17 vs Mobile
Generals Blog: Inside the Jackson Generals

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Okay, just wanted to get this out there so there is no false advertising about tonight’s game. At roughly 11:43 AM today I found out that Mobile RHP Trevor Bauer had been promoted to AAA Reno.

In this business roster moves and promotions are a part of the game and you come to expect anything on a daily basis. But, wow, what a blow to the fans of Jackson and of baseball in general. This is when the fan side in me begins to come out. I literally had a lump in my throat when I read the e-mail.

More than likely, the Hultzen/Bauer matchup had nothing to do with the fact Bauer was promoted to AAA today, but it makes you scratch your head just a bit. They did have the off day yesterday and sometimes off days are the best time to promote/move a player.

Today in the local paper…on local radio…local TV it was all Hultzen/Bauer so I hate it for the fans that were looking forward to the face off.

But, it is part of the business. Just a little frustrating.