The Generals open a five-game series on Thursday night at Pringles Park against the Mobile BayBears, with first pitch at 7:05 p.m. Jackson fans will get to see one of the most highly anticipated pitching matchups in minor league baseball this season. Generals’ lefty Danny Hultzen (3-3, 1.91), last year’s No. 2 overall pick in the MLB draft by the Mariners will face off against Mobile’s Trevor Bauer (7-1, 1.68), the No. 3 overall pick in last year’s draft by the Diamondbacks.

The Generals lead the Southern League North Division by a ½ game over Huntsville and are 23-17 on the season. Mobile has the best record in the Southern League, 24-16 and lead the South Division by five games.

Hultzen is rated by MLB.com as the Mariners top prospect and Bauer is rated also by MLB.com as the Diamondbacks top prospect.

“It’s rare to have a matchup of two of the best pitching prospects in the game facing each other, although with Jackson’s rotation this year it was bound to happen at some point,” said Baseball America writer Ben Badler. “Bauer should be in the mix for a major league strikeout crown one day. Hultzen’s a bit of a different animal, but these are two of the best pitching prospects in baseball and both of them should be on the fast track to the big leagues.”

Bauer, out of UCLA, ranks first in the Southern League in ERA (1.68), first in wins (7), first in strikeouts (60) and second in innings pitched (48.1). Hultzen, out of Virginia, ranks first in the league in opponents batting average (.134), third in ERA (1.91) and fifth in WHIP (1.06).

Bauer received a $3.4 million signing bonus and signed a major league contract worth $4.5 million. Bauer won the Golden Spikes Award which is Collegiate Baseball’s National Player of the Year and was the Pac-10 Conference Pitcher of the Year in 2011. Bauer went 13-2 with a 1.25 ERA and a NCAA-best 203 strikeouts in 16 starts for the UCLA Bruins.

Hultzen received a five-year major league deal that guaranteed him $8.5 million and a $6.35 million signing bonus. Hultzen was a unanimous First-Team All-American at Virginia in 2011 and a Capital One First Team Academic All-American (carries 3.37 GPA; history major). Hultzen was a first-team All-ACC honoree and ACC Pitcher of the Year (second straight Pitcher of Year award). Hultzen was a finalist for the 2011 Golden Spikes Award, Dick Howser Trophy and John Olerud Two-Way Player Award. He ranked fifth nationally in ERA (1.37) and led the ACC in strikeouts (165), which was second nationally. Hultzen also batted .320 during the 2011 season at Virginia.

Not only can you see this great matchup on Thursday, but you get to watch it for just $1. Thursday is Dollar Night, presented by MobileNation featuring $1 GA tickets, hot dogs, popcorn, 12 oz draft beer and sodas.

Tickets for Generals home games can be purchased at the Generals Box Office at Pringles Park, online by clicking HERE or by calling 731.988.5299.

TODAY’S GAME: The Generals wrap up their 5-game series at Smokies Park this morning against the Tennessee Smokies. The Generals lead the season series over Tennessee 10-4. Jackson is 4-5 this is year in day games.

GENERALS RECAP:  The Generals split a double-header with the Tennessee Smokies on Monday night at Smokies Park, dropping game one, 15-4 and winning game two, 3-1. The Generals (23-16) win the series taking three of the first four in the series. In game one, James Paxton (3-2) suffered the loss and allowed five runs on three hits, two home runs over three innings. Paxton walked four and struck out two. Trey McNutt (1-3) picked up the win for Tennessee. Steven Proscia homered twice in game one, giving him three in his last three games.
In game two, Eric Campbell belted a solo shot to right-center in the top of the first to put Jackson up 1-0. The homer was the third for Campbell. Kalian Sams hit a 2-run home run, his third of the year in the top of the second inning and Jackson went up 3-0. Generals’ starter, Taijuan Walker left the game after 2.2 innings with an injury after allowing one run on three hits, striking out three and walking one. Relievers Brian Moran, Bobby LaFromboise and Carter Capps combined for 4.1 scoreless to hold down the victory. Moran (1-2) picked up the win tossing 1.2 scoreless and Capps earned his third save firing 1.1 scoreless in the sixth and seventh. Daniel Carroll and Denny Almonte collected two hits each in game two.

WHO’S HOT?: RH Carter Capps earned the save in game two last night 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 (16×67) average, while walking 4 and striking out 25. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 11 of 14 relief appearances this season.

THE THIEF: 3B Francisco Martinez has recorded 10 stolen bases in his last 20 games and is currently leads all Mariners Minor Leaguers and the Southern League with 14 steals.

ACKLEY LEADING OFF FOR M’S: Former Jackson infielder Dustin Ackley led off Friday’s game at NY with his first career leadoff HR…it’s the first time since 2000 (Rickey Henderson & Mike Cameron) that the Mariners have had multi
players hit leadoff home runs (Ackley – 1, Figgins – 2)…while we’re talking leadoff: Mariners have had 3 leadoff hitters this season (Figgins – 24 G, Ackley – 11 G, Jaso – 1 G)…first time since 2009 to have 3 players hit leadoff in a season (Ichiro – 146, E. Chavez – 8, Gutierrez – 8).

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 23-16, 1st North, +0.5 at Tennessee Smokies (CHC) 16-23, 5th North, -7.0
Site: Smokies Park, Kodak, TN
Pitching Match-up: RHP Brandon Maurer (2-0, 3.46) vs. RHP Dae-Eun Rhee (3-1, 4.50)
Time: 10:30 a.m. CT
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TODAY’S GAME: The Generals play their second double-header of the season today at Smokies Park. LHP James Paxton starts game one and RHP Taijuan Walker starts game two. The Generals are 1-1 in 7-inning games this season and 9-3 against the Cubs Double-A affiliate Tennessee Smokies.

Today’s Double-Header: Jackson Generals (SEA) 22-15, 1st North, +0.5 at Tennessee Smokies (CHC) 15-22, 5th North, -7.0
Site: Smokies Park, Kodak, TN
Pitching Match-ups:
Game 1: LHP James Paxton (3-1, 2.60) vs. RHP Trey McNutt (0-3, 2.66)
Game 2: RHP Taijuan Walker (3-1, 1.71) vs. RHP Dallas Beeler (0-2, 3.89)
Time: 3:30 p.m. CT
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By: Chris Harris

The Jackson Generals received an unexpected visitor this past week during their homestand with the Huntsville Stars. The sure-fire first ballot Hall-of-Famer and owner of 630 career home runs and 10 gold gloves, Ken Griffey Jr. made a visit to Pringles Park, unbeknownst to most everyone.

Griffey is now a special consultant with the Mariners and makes visits to different spots around the Mariners’ organization. This Generals team has caught the eye of most in baseball, and Griffey Jr. is no different.

“It was pretty neat to see the player’s reaction to him,” said Generals manager Jim Pankovits. “I think what is lost with this generation a lot is the history of the game, and certainly (Griffey) has made an imprint in that.”

Griffey did not want to make his visit to Jackson about him, so he stayed mostly out of sight from fans and media during the Generals’ games Monday and Tuesday night. Griffey did not want anyone to know he was even in town. Trust me, it was hard not screaming to the world that I had just met Ken Griffey Jr.

That approach of staying out of the spotlight impressed Generals infielder Rich Poythress. “He was here for us. He talked to us as a whole and individually. He wants to talk about things on the field and off the field. We talked about his successes in his career, and he is just a good guy and very down to earth.”

One player Griffey has made his mark on is Joe Dunigan, who is batting .304 with seven home runs and 21 RBIs.

“Ever since Griffey came back to the Mariners in 2009 I have had several opportunities to work with him,” replied Dunigan. “He has taken me and a few guys under his wing by taking us out to dinner and teaching us different things about the game. We kind of know him more as ‘Grif’ instead of the guy who hit all the home runs.”

One player that can draw comparisons to Griffey in the Generals’ clubhouse is right-handed starter Taijuan Walker. Griffey broke into the majors with Seattle at age 19, and Walker is currently 19 years old and listed as the top prospect for the Mariners.

“Every time I see him I get a little star struck,” said Walker. “You grew up watching him and playing him on a video game. It is pretty cool being around him, and he is a really cool guy and funny.”

Walker has talked to Griffey a few times, but not necessarily about their career paths. “We really have not had a conversation about baseball. I get kind of scared and shy when I see him, so hopefully next time I see him I can open up a little bit with him.”

Walker did have a funny exchange with “The Kid” about playing a game of basketball. “He thinks he can beat me, so I had to tell him I don’t think he is ready for that,” Walker said jokingly.

Players at this level are around former stars all the time, but Griffey is at a different level than most they see.

“He is a little different than the normal former major leaguer that is around, but that’s because of his easy going personality and is extraverted. So he really takes the pressure off when you are around him,” said Poythress.

Joe Dunigan added pretty much the same thing. “The first time I met him it was crazy, because you think about your favorite player growing up and you don’t know how to act. Then as time goes on you get more comfortable. He welcomes you and is so down to earth. He far reached every expectation about a superstar or Hall of Famer.”

Griffey’s brief visit hopefully will be the first of several to Pringles Park, with all of Seattle and most of the baseball world watching what is happening in Jackson.

I asked Jim Pankovits if he considered placing Griffey in the lineup. “No doubt he could probably get a couple of hits. It would be nice to see him out there again, but I am hoping we can get him back in Jackson and see him out on the field,” Pankivits said smiling.

The chances of getting Ken Griffey Jr. back on the field are slim, but you just never know when you might see that “Kid” with the sweet swing back at Pringles Park.

TODAY’S GAME:The Generals look to win the series today in game 3 of the 5-game set against the Tennessee Smokies at Smokies Park. The Generals have lost the previous 2 series. Jackson is now 9-3 against the Smokies this season and 5-2 in games at Smokies Park.

GENERALS RECAP:  The Generals hit three home runs and pounded out 14 hits Saturday defeating the Smokies on at Smokies Park, 9-2. The second straight win for the Generals placed Jackson on top of the North Division by a ½ game. DH Kalian Sams hit a tape measure blast to left in the second inning that put Jackson on top 1-0 Sams was 1-for-5 and the homer was his second of the year. The game stayed 1-0 until the sixth when Jackson got a 2-run home run to left by 1B Steven Proscia and 2-RBI double by RF Daniel Carroll. The Generals led 5-0. It was Proscia’s first Double-A homer and he was 2-for-5 on the night. Carroll finished 3-for-5 with three doubles. After Tennessee scored their first run in the bottom of the sixth inning C Ralph Henriquez drilled a 3-run home run to left-center giving the Generals a 8-1 edge. Henriquez was 3-for-5 and scored two runs. Each team scored another run including a LF Chris Pettit RBI single in the eighth inning. Pettit was 2-for-4 on Saturday. LH Steve Garrison (2-1) made his second Jackson start and picked up the win tossing five shutout innings, allowing just three hits and striking out one.

WHO’S HOT?: C Jesus Sucre has recorded 5 hits in his last 8 at-bats (.625) with 1 double and 2 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 16.2 innings in relief (0.53 ERA). During his last 10 reliel appearances he has limited opponents to a .181 average (10×55), while walking 3 and striking out 19. In his last 17 games,
– RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 4.1 innings in relief (4 games). This season he is 1-2 with 2 saves and a 2.65 ERA. He has limited opponents to a .239 (16×67) average, while walking 4 and striking out 24. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 10 of 13 relief appearances this season.

THE THIEF: 3B Francisco Martinez has recorded 10 stolen bases in his last 18 games and is currently leads
all Mariners Minor Leaguers in steals.

SEAGER STREAKING IN SEATTLE: Over his last 16 games, former General 2B Kyle Seager is hitting .333 (19×57) with 5 doubles, 3 home runs and 14 RBI (.579 SLG, .356 OBP)…since Aug. 23, 2011, Seager has hit 23 doubles (in 63 games) to rank T3rd-most among AL players (Cano & Ortiz, 24; Butler – 23).

IN A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN: The Generals pitching staff lead the league with a 2.36 ERA. Taijuan Walker (1.71) ranks 2nd in the league in ERA, Danny Hultzen (1.91) ranks 3rd and James Paxton (2.60) ranks 8th.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 22-15, 1st North, +0.5 at Tennessee Smokies (CHC) 15-22, 5th North, -7.0
Site: Smokies Park, Kodak, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP James Paxton (3-1, 2.60) vs. RHP Trey McNutt (0-3, 2.66)
Time: 1:00 p.m. CT
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TODAY’S GAME: Jackson plays game two of their 5-game series at Smokies Park tonight against Tennessee. The Generals are 8-3 against the Smokies this season and 4-2 against the Cubs AA affiliate at Smokies Park.

GENERALS RECAP:  Bobby LaFromboise struck out the final 2 batters stranding runners on second and third to secure Jackson’s 2-1 win over Tennessee on Friday night. LaFromboise earned his first save of the season and helped snap the Generals 4-game losing streak. Starter Danny Hultzen (7.0,2,0,0,4,2,WP) earned his 3rd win, allowing only 2 hits in career-high 7.0 scoreless innings. The Generals scored their 2 runs on RBI singles from CF Denny Almonte (1×4, RBI) and C Jesus Sucre(3×4, 2B, RBI) in the top of the fourth inning.

WHO’S HOT?: C Jesus Sucre has recorded 5 hits in his last 8 at-bats (.625) with 1 double and 2 RBI.
– LH Bobby LaFromboise has allowed only 1 earned run in his last 16.2 innings in relief (0.53 ERA). During his last 10 reliel appearances he has limited opponents to a .181 average (10×55), while walking 3 and striking out 19. In his last 17 games,
– SS Nick Frankin is batting .387 (24×62) with 8 runs scored, 7 doubles, 1 home run and 9 RBI. Since April 19, he has raised his season average from .236 to .318. Franklin currently leads the Generals in average. OF Joe Dunigan has hit safely in 14 of his last 17 games, batting .323 (21×65) with 12 runs scored, 5 doubles, 1 triples, 2 home runs and 10 RBI.
– RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 4.1 innings in relief (4 games). This season he is 1-2 with 2 saves and a 2.65 ERA. He has limited opponents to a .239 (16×67) average, while walking 4 and striking out 24. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 10 of 13 relief appearances this season.
– 3B Francisco Martinez has recorded 9 stolen bases in his last 17 games and is currently leads
all Mariners Minor Leaguers in steals.

HULTZEN ON A ROLL: After allowing 5 runs in 4.0 inning in his first start of the season, Danny Hultzen has allowed only 3 earned run in 33.2 innings (0.78 ERA), lowering his ERA from 11.25 to 1.91 ERA. During this stretch he has limited opponents to a .117 average (14×111), while walking 20 and striking out 29. Overall in 7 starts this season, Hultzen is 3-3 with a 1.91 ERA (8 ER, 37.2 IP). He has limited opponents to a .134 average (17×127), which is the lowest in the Southern League, while walking 23 and striking out 36.

CARRAWAY STRONG IN TRIPLE-A DEBUT: RH Andrew Carraway (7.1,1,0,0,1,4) allowed only 1 hit over 7.1 innings in his Triple-A debut to lead the Rainiers to a 4-0 victory over Albuquerque on Friday. Carraway retired the first 18 Isotopes batters he faced over 6.0 perfect innings before giving up a lead-off single to third baseman Elian Herrera in the top of the 7th. He ended the night striking out 4 batters and walking 1 in the contest.

IN A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN: The Generals pitching staff lead the league with a 2.40 ERA. RH Taijuan Walker (1.71) ranks 2nd in the league in ERA, Danny Hultzen (1.91) ranks 3rd and James Paxton (2.60) ranks 8th.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 21-15, T-1st North, — at Tennessee Smokies (CHC) 15-21, T-4th North, -6.0
Site: Smokies Park, Kodak, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP Steve Garrison (1-1, 1.29) vs. RHP Nick Struck (4-2, 3.49)
Time: 5:15 p.m. CT
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TODAY’S GAME:The Generals open a 5-game series at Smokies Park tonight looking to break their season long 4-game losing streak. Tonight’s game is the 11th meeting between the two teams and Jackson leads the season series, 7-3.

GENERALS RECAP:  The Generals dropped their 4th straight to the Stars 3-2 in 11 innings on Thursday night. The Generals stranded 12 base runners in the game with 11 in scoring position. Starter Brandon Maurer allowed 2 runs on 7 hits, while walking 0 and striking out 7 in 6.0 innings, but left with a 2- 2 tie. RH Jandy Sena (2.0,2,0,0,0,1) and RH Carter Capps (2.0,1,0,0,0,3) each tossed 2.0 scoreless innings in relief. RH Yoervis Medina (1.0,3,1,1,1,1) allowed 1 run on 3 hits, while walking 1 and striking out 1 in the top of the 11th inning to pick up his 3rd loss of the season. DH Joe Dunigan (2×5, RBI) and C Jesus Sucre (2×4, RBI) each had 2 hits and 1 RBI, while 2B Eric Campbell (2×3, 2 BB) also recorded a multi-hit game. LF Chris Pettit recorded Jackson’s only extra-base hit with a leadoff triple in the 4th inning and would later score on a RBI single by Sucre.

WHO’S HOT?: In his last 17 games, SS Nick Frankin is batting .387 (24×62) with 8 runs scored, 7 doubles, 1 home run and 9 RBI. Since April 19, he has raised his season average from .236 to .318. Franklin currently leads the Generals in average.
– OF Joe Dunigan has hit safely in 13 of his last 16 games, batting .323 (20×62) with 11 runs scored, 5 doubles, 1 triples, 2 home runs and 10 RBI.
– RH Carter Capps has not allowed a run in his last 4.1 innings in relief (4 games). This season he is 1-2 with 2 saves and a 2.65 ERA. He has limited opponents to a .239 (16×67) average, while walking 4 and striking out 24. Capps has held opponents scoreless in 10 of 13 relief appearances this season.
– 3B Francisco Martinez has recorded 8 stolen bases in his last 16 games and is currently tied with Jamal Austin (Clinton) for the organizational lead. Martinez leads the Southern League in steals.

TRANSACTIONS: RHP Andrew Carraway was promoted to AAA Tacoma yesterday, while INF Rich Poythress was placed on the disabled list with a sprained left foot. To take Poyhtress’ place on the roster, INF Steven Proscia was promoted to Jackson from A High Desert. Proscia hit .347 (42×121) with 19 runs scored, 9 doubles, 5 home runs and 20 RBI in 31 games with the Mavericks. He went 0x5 in his Double-A debut last night.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 20-15, 2nd North -1.0 at Tennessee Smokies (CHC) 15-20, 5th North, -8.0
Site: Smokies Park, Kodak, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP Danny Hultzen (2-3, 2.35) vs. LHP Brooks Raley (1-1, 3.68)
Time: 6:15 p.m. CT
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TODAY’S GAME:Today the Generals look to snap a three game losing skid in game five against the Huntsville Stars (MIL) at Pringles Park. The two teams are in a 1st place tie atop the Southern League North standings. Huntsville leads the season series, 5-4.

GENERALS RECAP:  Huntsville won their 3rd straight over Jackson 4-2 on Wednesday afternoon. Since winning the opener Jackson lost won three straight and have now dropped back-to-back series for the first time this season. Starter Taijuan Walker (4.0,4,2,2,2,4) suffered his 2nd straight loss giving up 2 runs on 4 hits over 4.0 innings. Walker struck out 4 and walked 2 in his shortest outing of the season. LH Brian Moran allowed his first earned run of the season in the top of the 6th inning to record his 2nd loss of the season. Francisco Martinez recorded his 12th stolen bases of the season and currently leads all Mariner Minor Leaguers.

WHO’S HOT?: In his last 17 games, SS Nick Frankin is batting .387 (24×62) with 8 runs scored, 7 doubles, 1 home run and 9 RBI. Since April 19, he has raised his season average from .236 to .318. Franklin currently leads the Generals in average.

– After allowing 2 runs in his 2nd relief appearance on April 8, LH Bobby LaFromboise allowed a run in the 8th inning to snap his scoreless innings streak at 13.2 innings. During this stretch he limited opponents to a .174 average (8×46) while walking 2 and striking out 16.

– OF Joe Dunigan has hit safely in 12 of his last 15 games, batting .316 (18×57) with 11 runs scored, 5 doubles, 1 triples, 2 home runs and 9 RBI.

– 3B Francisco Martinez has hit safely in 10 of his last 11 games, batting .298 (14×47) with 9 runs scored, 6 doubles and 3 RBI.

TRANSACTIONS: RHP Andrew Carraway was promoted to AAA Tacoma today, while INF Rich Poythress was placed on the disabled list with a sprained left foot. To take Poyhtress’ place on the roster, INF Steven Proscia was promoted to Jackson from A High Desert. Proscia hit .347 (42×121) with 19 runs scored, 9 doubles, 5 home runs and 20 RBI in 31 games with the Mavericks.

IN A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN: The Generals pitching staff lead the league with a 2.44 ERA. RH Taijuan Walker (1.71) ranks 1st in the league in ERA, LH Danny Hultzen (2.35) ranks 6th and LH James Paxton (2.60) ranks 8th

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 20-14, T-1st North — vs. Huntsville Stars (MIL) 20-14, T-1st North —
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: RHP Brandon Maurer (2-0, 3.55) vs. RHP Josh Stinson (3-1, 4.15)
Time: 7:05 p.m. CT
Promotions: Dollar Thursday, Justin Reid Postgame Concert
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TODAY’S GAME: Today the Generals look to snap a two game losing skid in game four of the five-game series against the Huntsville Stars (MIL) at Pringles Park. The season series between the to teams is even at 4-4 heading into today’s matchup. The Generals are 3-4 in day games this season (Starts 4pm or earlier)

GENERALS RECAP:  Generals’ starter James Paxton (3-1) allowed two runs on four hits over six innings Tuesday and took a tough luck loss. Paxton struck out seven and walked three. For the second straight game, Jackson fell to Huntsville at Pringles Park by one run with the tying run left at second base in the ninth. Huntsville defeated Jackson on Tuesday, 2-1. Huntsville scored their two runs in the top of the fifth inning with two outs on a double down the third base line by Josh Prince, scoring Lee Haydel and Matt Cline. Jackson cut it to 2-1 in the bottom of the sixth inning on back-to-back doubles from Francisco Martinez and Eric Campbell, but that was all Jackson could muster. The Generals threatened in the ninth inning. Joe Dunigan drew a one out walk, but Huntsville closer Robert Wooten, pitching for the second straight day retired Rich Poythress and Denny Almonte to end the game. Mauricio Robles and Carter Capps combined to blank the Stars over the final three innings, giving up just one hit.

WHO’S HOT?: In his last 14 games, SS Nick Frankin is batting .373 (22×59) with 8 runs scored, 6 doubles, 1 home run and 9 RBI. Since April 19, he has raised his season average from .236 to .314. Franklin currently leads the Generals in average.
– After allowing 2 runs in his 2nd relief appearance on April 8, LH Bobby LaFromboise has not allowed a run in his last 13.2 innings. During this stretch he limited opponents to a .174 average (8×46) while walking 2 and striking out 16. LaFromboise has lowered his ERA from 7.71 to 1.13 in his last 8 relief appearances.
– OF Joe Dunigan has hit safely in 12 of his last 13 games, batting .367 (18×49) with 11 runs scored, 5 doubles, 1 triple,
2 home runs and 8 RBI.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 run (0 ER) in 13.2 innings in relief. He has limited opponents to a .226 (12×53) average, while walking 3 and striking out 13.

CARROLL BACK FROM DL, CHAVEZ PLACED ON DL: Yesterday, OF Johermyn Chavez was placed on the disabled list with a fractured hamate bone in his left hand, while Danny Carroll was actived from the DL and added to the roster. Carroll was recovering from a dislacted shoulder suffered on April 15th against the Mississippi Braves sliding into second base in the 16th inning.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 20-13, 1st North +1.0 vs. Huntsville Stars (MIL) 19-14, 2nd North, -1.0
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: RHP Taijuan Walker (3-1, 1.30) vs. RHP Kyle Heckathorn (1-1, 3.86)
Time: 11:0a p.m. CT
Radio:   | GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available
Live Stats: Live pitch-by-pitch coverage will be available on MILB GAMEDAY
Game Information:  | Game Notes 5-9 vs Huntsville
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TODAY’S GAME: With the series tied 1-1, the Generals take on the Huntsville Stars again tonight at Pringles Park. Jackson leads Huntsville by two games in the Southern League North Division. Jackson leads the season series, 4-3.

GENERALS RECAP:  The Generals scored 3 runs in the bottom of the 9th inning, but it wasn’t enough as Jackson lost 5-6 to Huntsville on Monday night. LH Steve Garrison, who was reinstated from the DL prior to the game, allowed 1 run on 4 hits with 1 walk and 1 strikeout in 2.2 innings. Steven Hensley struck out 3 in 1.1 scorelss innings, while LH Bobby LaFromboise extended his scoreless inning streak to 13.2 innings. SS Nick Franklin (3×5, 2 2B, 2 RBI) led the team with 3 hits and 2 RBI, while 3B Francisco Martinez (1×5, R, 2B, RBI) and DH Joe Dunigan (1×3, R, 2B, 2 BB) each hit recorded a double.

WHO’S HOT?: In his last 14 games, SS Nick Frankin is batting .373 (22×59) with 8 runs scored, 6 doubles, 1 home run and 9 RBI. Since April 19, he has raised his season average from .236 to .314. Franklin currently leads the Generals in average.
– After allowing 2 runs in his 2nd relief appearance on April 8, LH Bobby LaFromboise has not allowed a run in his last 13.2 innings. During this stretch he limited opponents to a .174 average (8×46) while walking 2 and striking out 16. LaFromboise has lowered his ERA from 7.71 to 1.13 in his last 8 relief appearances.
– OF Joe Dunigan has hit safely in 11 of his last 12 games, batting .370 (17×46) with 11 runs scored, 5 doubles, 2 home runs and 8 RBI.
– LH Brian Moran has allowed only 1 run (0 ER) in 13.2 innings in relief. He has limited opponents to a .226 (12×53) average, while walking 3 and striking out 13.

Today’s Matchup: Jackson Generals (SEA) 20-12, 1st North +2.0 vs. Huntsville Stars (MIL) 18-15, 2nd North, -2.0
Site: Pringles Park, Jackson, TN
Pitching Match-up: LHP James Paxton (3-0, 2.51) vs. RHP Evan Anundsen (1-1, 2.63)
Time: 7:05 p.m. CT
Radio:  NewsTalk 101.5 FM | GAMEDAY AUDIO and TuneIn Radio App. is available
Live Stats: Live pitch-by-pitch coverage will be available on MILB GAMEDAY
Game Information:  | Game Notes 5-8 vs Huntsville
Generals Blog: Inside the Jackson Generals

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