SKEETERS ANNOUNCE FIRST SIGNINGS OF 2014

 

Pitchers Everts, Wright to Return; Sugar Land Inks Left-hander Meadows

 

SUGAR LAND, TX – The Sugar Land Skeeters announced today that the club has signed three pitchers to its 2014 roster: returning right-handers Clint Everts and Matt Wright, along with left-handed reliever Dan Meadows.

 

Everts, 29, pitched in 23 games (seven starts) for Sugar Land last season, posting a 5-2 record with a 2.71 ERA (19ER/63IP) and 40 strikeouts. A former Cypress Falls High School standout, he joined the Skeeters midseason following a stint with the Toronto Blue Jays organization (2010-13). A first-round pick of the Montreal Expos in the June 2002 Draft, Everts owns a career 46-48 record with a 4.00 ERA (378ER/850.1IP) over 11 minor league seasons.

 

Wright, 31, went 10-1 with a 2.63 ERA (27ER/92.1IP) over 15 starts for the Skeeters in 2013. Last year, the Waco, Texas native signed midseason with the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Triple A Reno and posted a 3-1 record over eight games (four starts). Originally selected by the Atlanta Braves in the 21^st round of the June 2000 Draft, Wright is 91-84 with a 3.91 ERA (641ER/1,477IP) and 1,271 strikeouts in 288 career minor league games. The right-hander also holds the honor as Sugar Land’s Opening Day starter for two consecutive seasons (2012-13).

 

Meadows, 26, joins the Skeeters club following six seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers organization. A graduate of Cinco Ranch High School in Katy, Texas, the lefty split last season with Double A Huntsville and Class A Brevard County, combining for a 1-0 record with a 5.36 ERA (25ER/42IP) in 36 relief appearances. A 49^th round pick of the Brewers in the June 2008 Draft, Meadows owns a 29-23 record with six saves and a lifetime 3.76 ERA (186ER/445IP).

 

Stay tuned for further news about Skeeters players.

ALPB Announces Division Alignment for 2014

Adjustments made in preparation for League expansion in 2015

Lancaster, Pa. – The Atlantic League of Professional Baseball today announced the alignments of its Liberty and Freedom Divisions for the 2014 season. The Somerset Patriots will join the Long Island Ducks, Camden Riversharks and Bridgeport Bluefish in the Liberty Division; the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs will join the Sugar Land Skeeters, Lancaster Barnstormers and York Revolution in the Freedom Division.

This division alignment prepares the Atlantic League for the creation of the Western Division as teams are added in Texas, and other markets, over the next few years,” said Atlantic League President, Peter Kirk. “It will also create a well-balanced travel schedule and continue to enhance fun, local rivalries amongst the four Liberty Division teams which are within close proximity of one another.

The Atlantic League continues to be the only professional baseball league in an active expansion mode. Over the next few years, the League plans to expand from 8 to 12 teams, which will join the existing teams in the major metropolitan markets of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C., and Houston.

The Somerset Patriots fend off the Sugar Land Skeeters' late push, hold on 3-1

The Sugar Land Skeeters (6-1) were never able to get over the hump and overcome their troubles against the Somerset Patriots (4-3) on Thursday, as the Sugar Land Skeeters fell 3-1 at TD Bank Ballpark after falling behind by three runs in the fifth inning.

The Sugar Land Skeeters scored one run in the sixth on a solo home run by Chase Lambin. Despite their efforts, the Sugar Land Skeeters couldn't get over the hump.

Yunesky Sanchez racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Somerset Patriots. He singled in the first inning and homered in the third inning.

The Somerset Patriots relied on Brad Thompson to eat up innings en route to the win. Thompson pitched seven innings and allowed one earned run, seven hits and one walk while striking out two.

Scott Elarton ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just four innings, walked one, struck out two, and allowed two runs.

The Somerset Patriots get on top of the Sugar Land Skeeters early but can't hang on in 3-1 loss

The Somerset Patriots (3-3) built an early edge on Wednesday, but the Sugar Land Skeeters (6-0) roared back to steal a 3-1 victory at TD Bank Ballpark.
The Sugar Land Skeeters took the lead in the eighth inning on an RBI single by Anthony Granato.


Travis Scott had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He doubled in the fifth and eighth innings.


Jason Lane looked sharp on the mound. Lane gave up just three hits, allowed one earned run, walked none and struck out three during his five innings of work.

Despite the loss, the Somerset Patriots' Erik Arnesen dominated the Sugar Land Skeeters' batters, giving up two runs and striking out six.
Jared Wells got the win, running his season record to 1-0. He struck out two, walked none and surrendered no hits.
Arnesen couldn't get it done on the bump for the Somerset Patriots, taking a loss.

 

The Sugar Land Skeeters take out the Somerset Patriots with help from Lambin, 7-2

Chase Lambin knocked in three runs, sparking the Sugar Land Skeeters (5-0) to a 7-2 victory over the Somerset Patriots (3-2) on Tuesday at TD Bank Ballpark.
He homered in the third innings.
Matt Wright struck out six hitters en route to the the Sugar Land Skeeters win. Wright allowed one earned run on three hits and three walks over five innings.

Joe Holden got on base three times in the game for the Somerset Patriots. He doubled in the third inning and singled in the ninth inning.

The Sugar Land Skeeters couldn't get anything going so long as David Harden was on the hill. Harden gave up just three hits, allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out two during his four innings of work.

Josh Lowey ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings, walked two and struck out four.

Sugar Land rallies late for a 2-1 victory...sweep the Long Island Ducks

After the Skeeters put on a hitting display in the first 3 games of the 4-game series, it took them until the 8th inning to record their first hit of the game against Long Island. Nick DeBarr and Jared Lansford combined for 7 shutout, perfect innings against the Skeeters.

In the 8th inning, Dustin Martin recorded the first Sugar Land hit with 1 out to end the no-hitter and perfect game. The Next batter, Koby Clemens, ended the shutout with 1 swing of the bat by blasting a 2-run homerun to take the lead 2-1.

Gary Majewski came in for Greg Aquino and sent the Ducks back to the pond, 3 up & 3 down, to earn his 2nd save of the year, securing Aquino his 1st win of the season.

The Skeeters now share the top spot in the Freedom Division with the Lancaster Barnstormers with a perfect 4-0 record!

The boys will now travel to visit the Somerset Patriots for a 3-game series before a 3-game rematch with the wounded Ducks.

Attendance: 5814

HITTING STREAKS:
Dustin Martin (4)
Aaron Bates (2)

HOME RUNS:
Koby Clemens (2)

The Sugar Land Skeeters take advantage of late error to beat the Long Island Ducks, 5-4

A walk-off error from an Aaron Bates hit brought home the winning run for the Sugar Land Skeeters (3-0) in a 5-4 victory over the Long Island Ducks (0-3) in 11 innings at Constellation Field, Sugar Land on Saturday.  While it was not a display of power like the 2 previous nights, the Skeeters put together a great team effort by recording 9 hits, while drawing 10 walks and only striking out 6 times. 

Roy Corcoran recorded his first win of the year for the Sugar Land Skeeters. Corcoran struck out none, walked none and gave up no hits. The Skeeters went through 7 pitchers over the 11 innings while the Ducks used up 8. Connor Graham was charged with his first loss of the year for the Long Island Ducks.  He lasted just 1 1/3 innings, walked one, struck out none, and allowed one run.

Attendance: 6141

HITTING STREAKS:
Chase Lambin (3)
Dustin Martin (3)
Adam Godwin (2)
Anthony Granato (2)
Travis Scott (2)

With a 3-0 record, the Skeeters now hold the Freedom Division lead by a 1/2 game in front of the Lancaster Barnstormers.  The home-town boys look to sweep the opening series against the Long Island Ducks when they take the field Sunday at 1:35pm.

Early boost from Pressley helps the Sugar Land Skeeters get past the Long Island Ducks, 4-1

Three first-inning runs helped the Sugar Land Skeeters (2-0) to a 4-1 win over the Long Island Ducks (0-2) at Constellation Field, Sugar Land on Friday.

A three-run home run by Josh Pressley delivered the runs in the first. The Sugar Land Skeeters had one hit in the inning. The 4th run came in the 3rd inning when Chase Lambin hit a solo home run to right field. Pressley racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Sugar Land Skeeters.

Jason Lane pitched lights out for the Sugar Land Skeeters. The Long Island Ducks managed just three hits off of the Sugar Land Skeeters' pitcher, who allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out two during his five innings of work to earn his first win of the season. Gary Majewski got the final 4 outs of the game to earn his first save of the season.

Although early in the season, the Skeeters share the Freedom Division lead with the Somerset Patriots at 2-0.


Attendance: 5076


HITTING STREAKS:
Chase Lambin (2)
Dustin Martin (2)
Josh Pressley (2)
Koby Clemens (2)


HOME RUNS:
Josh Pressley (1)
Chase Lambin (1)

Moss helps the Sugar Land Skeeters down the Long Island Ducks 3-0

The Sugar Land Skeeters (1-0) beat the Long Island Ducks (0-1) 3-0 on Thursday at Constellation Field behind Steve Moss, who had two extra base hits. He doubled in the first innings, singled in the fourth inning, and homered in the sixth inning...missing the elusive cycle by a triple. 

Matt Wright put together a nice outing. Wright gave up just two hits, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out four during his five innings of work to earn his first win of the season. Jason Bergman gets his first save of the season as a Skeeter.
 
The Sugar Land Skeeters were sparked by Koby Clemens and Moss, who teamed up for four hits and three RBIs...each with their first home runs of the young season.

The Skeeters record is now 1-0...with 169 games left in the regular season!

Attendance: 7,044

HITTING STREAKS:
Adam Godwin (1)
Chase Lambin (1)
Dustin Martin (1)
Steve Moss (1)
Josh Pressley (1)
Koby Clemens (1)

HOME RUNS:
Steve Moss (1)
Koby Clemens (1)

2013 Sugar Land Skeeters Schedule!!

It is finally here! In preparation for the 2nd season of Skeeters baseball, the full 2013 schedule has been released.

Notable dates:

     4/18 - 21: Opening home-stand against the League Champions Long Island Ducks

     5/22 - 25: Southland Conference baseball tournament

     7/09 - 11: ALPB All-Star break, hosted by Southern Maryland Blue Crabs

     9/10 - 15: Final home-stand of the season, York Revolution are the opponents

     

Click this link to view the full schedule on-line...

On-line schedule

Click this link for a printable version of the 2013 schedule...

Printable 2013 Schedule

Several Post-season honors for Sugar Land Skeeters

In Sugar Land Skeeters' inaugural season, the team received several post-season honors in the Atlantic Professional Baseball Players league.

On top of our very own Constellation Field receiving the "Park of the Year" honors, our GM Matt O'Brien shares "GM of the Year" with York Revolution GM Eric Menzer.  Three Skeeters players were named to the 2012 Atlantic League All-star 2nd Team. Ofilio Castro took the honor at 3rd base, Bubba Bell at center field, and Gary Majewski as closer. 

For all other players named to the All-star teams and other league honors, click the link below. 

http://www.atlanticleague.com/info-awards.php

Long Island Ducks win 2012 ALPB Championship

Lyons' single gives the Long Island Ducks walk-off win over the Lancaster Barnstormers, 5-4

A walk-off single from Dan Lyons brought home the winning run for the Long Island Ducks (6-4) in a 5-4 victory over the Lancaster Barnstormers (5-3) at Bethpage Ballpark on Sunday.

Lyons was solid at the plate for the Long Island Ducks. Lyons went 1-5, drove in one and scored one run. He singled in the ninth innings.

Kraig Binick reached base four times. He singled in the first, second, and sixth innings.

Bobby Blevins allowed two earned runs, five hits and no walks while striking out five over six innings of work.

It was a good day at the plate for the Lancaster Barnstormers' Travis Denker. Denker went 3-4, drove in one and scored one run. He singled in the second and fourth innings and homered in the ninth inning.

Leo Rosales recorded his first win of the year for the Long Island Ducks. He allowed two runs over one inning. He struck out one, walked one and surrendered one hit.

Joe Bateman couldn't get it done on the bump for the Lancaster Barnstormers, taking a loss. He lasted just zero innings, walked two, struck out none, and allowed one run.

Long Island evens Championship series at 2-2

The Long Island Ducks sixth-inning burst enough to top the Lancaster Barnstormers, 9-3

The Long Island Ducks (5-4) rolled over the Lancaster Barnstormers (5-2) 9-3 on Saturday at Bethpage Ballpark after a seven-run rally in the sixth inning.

Kraig Binick pushed the Long Island Ducks ahead, in the sixth inning, and the lead lasted until the final out. Lee Cruz singled to start the sixth. He then went from second to third on an RBI single by Mitch Canham. Finally, Binick came to the plate with the score tied at two in the sixth inning, and singled, bringing home Cruz.

Bryant Nelson racked up three RBIs on three hits for the Long Island Ducks. He singled in the fourth inning, doubled in the sixth inning, and tripled in the sixth inning.

The Lancaster Barnstormers' lineup had no answer for John Brownell. The Lancaster Barnstormers managed just three hits off of the the Long Island Ducks' pitcher, who allowed two earned runs, walked two and struck out two during his six innings of work.

Beau Vaughan couldn't get it done on the mound for the Lancaster Barnstormers, taking a loss. He lasted just zero innings, walked one, struck out none, and allowed three runs.

Lancaster takes 2-1 lead over Long Island for Championship

The Lancaster Barnstormers drub the Long Island Ducks, 12-5

The Long Island Ducks (4-4) didn't put up much of a fight on Friday, as the Lancaster Barnstormers (5-1) cruised to a blowout 12-5 win at Bethpage Ballpark.

The Lancaster Barnstormers scored six runs in the fourth on a single by Gilberto Mejia, an RBI single by Tommy Everidge, a single by Fehlandt Lentini, a two-run single by Ryan Harvey, a two-run single by Travis Denker, a triple by Bridger Hunt, and.

Denker racked up four RBIs on three hits for the Lancaster Barnstormers.

Kraig Binick had a hot bat for the Long Island Ducks. Binick went 3-4 and scored two runs. He singled in the first and second innings and tripled in the seventh inning.

Even though J.D. Durbin allowed five runs over six innings he still recorded the victory, his second of the season. Durbin struck out four, walked four and gave up seven hits.

Bob Zimmermann couldn't get it done on the mound for the Long Island Ducks, taking a loss. He allowed six runs in 3 1/3 innings, walked one and struck out six.

The Lancaster Barnstormers pounded the Long Island Ducks pitching, as six hitters combined for 12 hits, nine RBIs and 10 runs scored.

Ducks even Championship Series w/Barnstormers at 1-1...

The Long Island Ducks top the Lancaster Barnstormers in back-and-forth affair, 9-4

The Long Island Ducks (4-3) and the Lancaster Barnstormers (4-1) passed the lead back and forth five times on Thursday at Clipper Magazine, but in the end the Long Island Ducks pulled out a 9-4 win over the Lancaster Barnstormers.

The Long Island Ducks took the lead in the ninth inning and held on for the victory. Scored Ray Navarrete, Brandon Sing and Lee Cruz and gave the Long Island Ducks the lead for good.

Dan Lyons racked up four RBIs on three hits for the Long Island Ducks. He singled in the fifth and sixth innings and doubled in the ninth inning.

Jared Lansford looked sharp on the mound. Lansford held the Lancaster Barnstormers hitless over two innings, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out two.

Travis Denker was hot from the plate for the Lancaster Barnstormers. Denker went 2-4, drove in one and scored two runs. He homered in the fourth inning and singled in the sixth inning.

Tim Hamulack (0-1) took the loss for the Lancaster Barnstormers. He allowed six runs in two-thirds of an inning, walked none and struck out one.

Barnstormers take 1-0 lead in Championship Series

Pollok allows no runs to lead the Lancaster Barnstormers past the Long Island Ducks 5-1

Dwayne Pollok held the Long Island Ducks (3-3) scoreless for six innings to boost the Lancaster Barnstormers (4-0) to a 5-1 victory.

Pollok struck out five and allowed two walks and four hits.

Ryan Harvey racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Lancaster Barnstormers. He singled in the third inning and homered in the seventh inning.

Kraig Binick reached base three times in the game for the Long Island Ducks. He also drove in one runner. He singled in the seventh and ninth innings.

Randy Keisler ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just 6 2/3 innings, walked three, struck out four, and allowed two runs.

Ducks and Barnstormers to face-off in league Championship Series

New league champion to be crowned in 2012

With the Long Island Ducks defeating the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs in the Liberty Division Championship Series and the Lancaster Barnstormers defeating the York Revolution in the Freedom Division Championship Series, the Atlantic League Championship Series match-up is set. The Ducks and Barnstormers will meet in the best-of-five series for the 2012 Atlantic League title.

Following is the 2012 Atlantic League Championship Series schedule:

ATLANTIC LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES (Best-of-Five)
Long Island Ducks vs. Lancaster Barnstormers

Game One: Wednesday, October 3 at Lancaster - 7:00 PM
Game Two: Thursday, October 4 at Lancaster - 7:00 PM
Game Three: Friday, October 5 at Long Island - 7:05 PM
*Game Four: Saturday, October 6 at Long Island - 7:05 PM
*Game Five: Sunday, October 7 at Long Island - 5:05 PM

*If Necessary

Ducks rally to advance to Championship game vs. Barnstormers

The Long Island Ducks defeat the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs after late game two-run home run, 5-4

After five lead changes in Sunday's game at Bethpage Ballpark, the Long Island Ducks (3-2) finally pulled out a 5-4 win over the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (2-3).

The Long Island Ducks held off the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs, as the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs were unable to overcome a two-run eighth inning deficit.

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs scored one run in the ninth on an error. Despite their efforts, the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs couldn't finish the comeback.

Brandon Sing racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Long Island Ducks. He homered in the fourth inning.

Matt Way brought the heat against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs during his outing. Way held the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs hitless over one inning, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out three.

Ben Moore was charged with his second loss of the year. He lasted just 2 2/3 innings, walked one, struck out one, and allowed three runs.

Lancaster sweeps York; Ducks and Crabs go to Game 5

Offenses dominate as the Lancaster Barnstormers outscore the York Revolution 12-8

The bats were busy at Sovereign Bank Stadium on Saturday, and when the dust cleared the Lancaster Barnstormers (3-0) had a 12-8 win over the York Revolution (0-3).

The two teams combined for 28 hits in the game.

The game was back-and-forth heading into the fourth, with four lead changes.

Tommy Everidge racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Lancaster Barnstormers. He singled in the fourth inning and homered in the sixth inning.

Even though J.D. Durbin allowed seven runs over five innings he still recorded the victory, his first of the season. Durbin struck out four, walked two and gave up 10 hits.

Chris Cody couldn't get it done on the rubber for the York Revolution, taking a loss. He lasted just 3 2/3 innings, walked one, struck out four, and allowed five runs.

Gutierrez gives the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs late push to beat the Long Island Ducks, 4-3

Jesse Gutierrez brought home the go-ahead run to give the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (2-2) the lead in the eighth inning, as the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs hung on to beat the Long Island Ducks (2-2) 4-3 on Saturday.

With the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs trailing by one in the eighth inning, Gutierrez came to the plate and homered, bringing home Casey Benjamin.

Gutierrez racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. He homered in the eighth inning.

Jeremy Owens racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. He homered in the first inning and singled in the seventh inning.

Dan Reichert brought the heat against the Long Island Ducks during his outing. Reichert gave up just three hits, allowed one earned run, walked none and struck out three during his six innings of work.

Brandon Sing racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Long Island Ducks. He singled in the first inning and homered in the sixth inning.

Leo Rosales couldn't get it done on the hill for the Long Island Ducks, taking a loss. He lasted just one inning, walked none, struck out one, and allowed two runs.

Long Island vs. Southern Maryland - Game 3 results

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs defeat the Long Island Ducks after late game, 7-5

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs (1-2) outlasted the Long Island Ducks (2-1) on Friday after five lead changes, squeaking out a 7-5 win at Bethpage Ballpark.

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs finally managed to grab the lead after a strong seventh inning. A hit by pitch scored Eduardo Morlan and gave the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs the lead for good.

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs staved off the Long Island Ducks as the Long Island Ducks were unable to match the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs down the stretch.

The Long Island Ducks scored on a two-run single by Timo Perez in the eighth inning and an RBI single by Kraig Binick in the ninth inning. Still, the Long Island Ducks couldn't catch the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs.

Brian Barton went a perfect 2-2 at the plate for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. He singled in the fifth inning.

Charlie Manning improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. Manning struck out two, walked none and gave up two hits.

Eric Niesen ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just one-third of an inning, walked none, struck out none, and allowed four runs.

Lancaster vs. York - Game 2 results (after the rain)

Gailen leads the Lancaster Barnstormers to 8-4 win over the York Revolution

Blake Gailen clubbed two home runs to carry the Lancaster Barnstormers (2-0) to an 8-4 win over the York Revolution (0-2) at Clipper Magazine.

The game was back-and-forth heading into the seventh, with four lead changes.

The Lancaster Barnstormers finally managed to grab the lead after a strong seventh inning. A hit by pitch scored Gilberto Mejia and gave the Lancaster Barnstormers the lead for good.

The York Revolution couldn't get anything going as long as Tim Hamulack was on the mound. Hamulack held the York Revolution hitless over one inning, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out three.

Ronnie Morales improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Lancaster Barnstormers. Morales struck out two, walked none and gave up no hits.

Mike Benacka ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just two-thirds of an inning, walked two, struck out two, and allowed four runs.

The Lancaster Barnstormers were sparked by Gailen and Mejia, who teamed up for three hits and five RBIs.