09/15: Thunder Win Second Consecutive Eastern League Title
Posted by: Patrick
The Trenton Thunder, the Yankees Double-A affiliate, have won their second consecutive Eastern League Title.
Jeff Marquez picked up the win, allowing just 1 run on 5 hits and 3 walks over 6 innings. Jason Jones pitched the final 3 innings scoreless, failing to allow a hit or walk.
Offensively, it was spread out with Reegie Corona, Chris Malec, Colin Curtis, P.J. Pilittere and Francisco Cervelli all scoring one run each and Corona, Austin Jackson, Pilittere and Kevin Russo driving in a run a piece.
Jackson was named the, but may be getting an MRI on his back, reports Mike Ashmore. Ashmore also has reactions from manager Tony Franklin, Pilittere, Jones and Marquez and photos.
Franklin will be headed to the Major League team in a few days, on field and in uniform.
Jeff Marquez picked up the win, allowing just 1 run on 5 hits and 3 walks over 6 innings. Jason Jones pitched the final 3 innings scoreless, failing to allow a hit or walk.
Offensively, it was spread out with Reegie Corona, Chris Malec, Colin Curtis, P.J. Pilittere and Francisco Cervelli all scoring one run each and Corona, Austin Jackson, Pilittere and Kevin Russo driving in a run a piece.
Jackson was named the, but may be getting an MRI on his back, reports Mike Ashmore. Ashmore also has reactions from manager Tony Franklin, Pilittere, Jones and Marquez and photos.
Franklin will be headed to the Major League team in a few days, on field and in uniform.
“39 years in the game, and I’ve never seen Yankee Stadium. And I’m so happy to be going. I’m going to go out to Monument Park and I’m just going to sit there and take it all in and watch the guys play. I really want to thank the Yankees for inviting me out there. This is special for me.”
