By Wealthy Palzewic
Sports activities Editor
ASHWAUBENON – Inexperienced Bay Rockers subject supervisor Chris Krepline stated all that stood between his workforce having an opportunity to win its season opener in opposition to Wisconsin Rapids was two unhealthy pitches.
Rockers pitchers mixed struck out 18 batters however gave up two lengthy balls in a 3-0 loss Tuesday, Could 31, in Northwoods League motion at Capital Credit score Union Park in Ashwaubenon.
“That’s all it was,” he stated. “I used to be proud of how we performed – I didn’t understand we had that many strikeouts as a workers. We’re discovering out issues as a workforce – we discovered we will pitch and have fairly good defenders.”
The Rafters acquired a solo homer from Marco Castillo within the prime of the second inning and a two-run homer from Ben Ross within the seventh.
Inexperienced Bay pitchers Dylan Carter (eight strikeouts), Jacob Schaaf (six strikeouts) and Jacob Conover (4 strikeouts) saved Wisconsin Rapids hitters guessing, however the trio additionally mixed to stroll seven.
The Rockers managed solely three hits – a pair by Matt Scannell and one by Griffin Stevens – and struck out 13 instances on the plate, however Krepline stated the offense will come.
“These guys are coming from throughout and getting adjusted,” he stated. “For some, it was a protracted street journey to get to Inexperienced Bay. I’m not nervous.”
It was the primary time the membership performed at house beneath the brand new Rockers title, and Krepline stated it was a cool environment.
“The fellows knew coming in it might be a enjoyable atmosphere,” he stated. “I just like the change, so we’ll attempt to construct on the tradition.”
Like most different groups within the Northwoods League, Krepline stated the Rockers don’t have their full arsenal of gamers as a result of many are nonetheless taking part in within the NCAA postseason.
“We’re lacking about six pitchers, at the very least two outfielders and two or three infielders proper now,” he stated. “A lot of our full-time guys aren’t right here but. I want them nicely of their tournaments, however will probably be good to have them again.”