Bees Steal Season-High Five Bases In Defeat

(New Britain, CT– August 11, 2018) – The Lancaster Barnstormers (14-14, 52-39) defeated the New Britain Bees (15-15, 48-45) 5-3 at New Britain Stadium on Saturday night to even up the three-game weekend series at a victory apiece.

New Britain starting pitcher Devin Burke registered a no-decision in the ballgame, allowing two runs on six hits in five innings on the mound, walking two and striking out three while throwing a wild pitch and hitting a batter. Lancaster starting pitcher Jonathan Albaladejo also did not factor in the game’s final outcome, giving up three runs (two earned runs) on six hits across five innings pitched, walking two and striking out five along with a wild pitch tossed. Matt Reynolds fired a clean bottom half of the ninth inning for his 20^th save of the season.

Trailing 2-0 in the bottom half of the fifth inning, the Bees cut the deficit to 2-1 by way of a run-scoring groundout off the bat of Darren Ford that plated James Skelton after he led off the frame with a free pass. New Britain jumped out in front 3-2 in the home half of the sixth when Jason Rogers scored on a double off the wall in left centerfield by Jovan Rosa, his fifth rib-eye steak of the series. The boys from the Hardware City enjoyed the one-run cushion all the way to the top of the ninth with Scribner coming on in relief in search of his second save in as many outings, but this time visitors got the last laugh as they tallied three unanswered runs versus the Bees closer to regain the advantage 5-3, highlighted by a sacrifice fly  from Vladimir Frias, an RBI base knock by Rico Noel, and a pair of costly New Britain errors as Lancaster was able to mount the comeback in their final turn at the plate, handing Scribner (1-3) the blown save and the loss, while making a winner out of reliever Stephen Johnson (3-0), as New Britain suffered their 17^th blown lead resulting in a defeat on the 2018 campaign, putting a damper on a game that saw the Bees steal a season-high five bases overall. Ford, Rosa, and Skelton each had a pair of hits en route to the loss. Photo provided courtesy of Joe Doll.

The Bees conclude their three-game weekend series with the Lancaster Barnstormers at New Britain Stadium on Sunday, August 12^th. First pitch is scheduled for 5:05 P.M. It will be another YMCA Family Fun Day. Before the game, fans are invited onto the field for an autograph session with the team, and after the game kids can take the field and run the bases. Don’t forget to purchase a YMCA Family Four Pack for just $44 when you get to the Stadium, which includes four field box tickets, four hot dogs, four bags of chips, and four sodas or waters! It will also be Bark in the Park Night, as fans can take their four-legged friend to this dog-friendly matchup! CLICK HERE for tickets.

About the New Britain Bees

The New Britain Bees are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and play their home games at New Britain Stadium. For information on ticket packages, group outings and sponsorships call 860-826-BEES (2337) or visit NBBees.com.

About the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB)

The Atlantic League has been a leader in professional baseball and a gateway to Major League Baseball since 1998. Over 38 million fans have attended Atlantic League games and more than 900 players and 50 managers and coaches have joined MLB organizations directly from the ALPB. The Atlantic League emphasizes winning baseball games, showcasing the talent of top-caliber players and offering affordable family entertainment. For more information, please visit www.AtlanticLeague.com.

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