EXPRESS WIN 5TH IN A ROW
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011 -- 10:07 AM
Behind the bat of Josh Scheffert, the Eau Claire Express won their 5th in a row last night downing the Green Bay Bullfrogs 8-5. With the Bullfrogs leading by a score of 5-3 in the 7th inning at Carson Park, Josh Scheffert (Nebraska) stepped to the plate. Scheffert blasted a three run homer to left field to take the a 6-5 lead. The Express would score two more runs in the bottom of the 8th to put the final score at 8-5. Eau Claire had four players with multi-hit games and received quality relief pitching Tuesday night. A.J. Glasshof (Wharton CC) picked up the win in relief and Harvey Martin (Central Michigan) picked up his 1st save of the season as he threw the final 2.0 innings. The Express continue to be tied for the Northwoods League South Division lead with Madison - both teams are 13-7. Eau Claire will host Green Bay again tonight at Carson Park.Feel free to contact us with questions and/or comments.