Lewis, bullpen dominate in 5-2 win at Lynchburg
LYNCHBURG, Va. (Aug. 20, 2019) - Thanks to a quality start from Zach Lewis and three strong innings from the bullpen, the Dash secured a 5-2 win in the series opener on Tuesday night at City Stadium. With the victory, Winston-Salem (28-28, 66-54) has now won six out of its
LYNCHBURG, Va. (Aug. 20, 2019) - Thanks to a quality start from
Lewis (6-6), who was making his 16th start of the year, tossed six innings, allowing four hits and two unearned runs while walking one and striking out six. It marked the right-hander's first victory since July 2 at Down East.
Meanwhile,
After Lynchburg (25-30, 57-65) broke a scoreless tie in the second on an RBI groundout from Jonathan Laureano, the Dash took the lead in the third against Juan Mota (2-3).
Following a walk to
The Dash added on another run in the fifth with the help of an error. Blackman was hit by a pitch to start the frame. Then, Walker got on base by reaching on a fielding error by second baseman Connor Smith on a groundball. After a fielder's choice by Frost,
Winston-Salem plated its final runs in the sixth on an RBI single from Skoug and a sacrifice fly from Frost.
The Dash continue their three-game set against the Hillcats on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Winston-Salem sends right-hander
Following the road trip, the Dash host the Salem Red Sox for the final four home games of the season from August 26-29. The series begins with a 7 p.m. game on Monday, August 26. Tuesday's game will be the first-ever 336 Counts Community Day, with first pitch a 3:36 p.m., free parking and discounted food and beer prices.
The series with Salem continues with Winston Wednesday, with $10 presale tickets and the Dash wearing their retro Warthogs jerseys. Thursday, August 29, will be the final regular season home game of the 2019 season. The home finale is a Lowes Foods Thirsty Thursday and a Pups in the Park Night presented by Handy and Handy Orthodontics. Additionally, there will be a Food Truck Festival prior to the game. For tickets and more information, call the Dash at (336) 714-2287 or visit wsdash.com.