Late run leads Hillcats to win in pitchers duel over Salem
Lynchburg, Va. - The Lynchburg Hillcats got a big run in the eighth inning on a Mike Rivera RBI double to seal the game over the Salem Red Sox, winning 1-0 on Friday night at City Stadium.The Hillcats (17-17) received a terrific performance from their pitching staff while the Red Sox (14-20)
Lynchburg, Va. - The Lynchburg Hillcats got a big run in the eighth inning on a
The Hillcats (17-17) received a terrific performance from their pitching staff while the Red Sox (14-20) fall to 2-10 in one-run games.
Lynchburg starter
In the bottom of the eighth inning, the Hillcats got the rally they needed off the Salem bullpen.
Hillman had his strongest start of the season, firing seven innings without allowing a run on just four hits and no walks while striking out five batters.
Salem went 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position, and registered just five hits, all singles.
Lynchburg will entertain the Red Sox on Saturday in game two of the three-game set. Right-hander
Max Gun and Anders Jorstad will be on the air at 5:50 p.m. with the Hillcats pre-game show on TuneIn Radio and the Radio434 App.
Homestand highlights include Aloha Weekend with a postgame fireworks show on Saturday, Kids Eat Free Tuesday, Winning Wednesday, and Thirsty Thursday. Additionally, Hillcats vs. Cancer is on May 17, Pirates vs. Royalty Night is on May 18 and Cats Cares Night is on May 25, where all fans can enter the game for free but are asked to give a donation at the box office of their choice to a pre-selected charity.
For tickets or more information, visit lynchburg-hillcats.com, call 434-528-1144, or visit the City Stadium box office.