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Published On: July 15th, 2016

 

Thomas throws eight shutout innings

 

Green Bay, WIS – The Wisconsin Woodchucks (19-26, 6-4 Second Half) took down the Green Bay Bullfrogs (20-26, 5-4 Second Half), 2-0, at Joannes Stadium in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Tanner Thomas (Utah) threw eight shutout innings for the 'Chucks, striking out five while allowing just three hits and one walk. He won his first game of the season.

Steele Walker (Oklahoma) extended his hitting streak to 16 games. The Woodchucks record is 19 games in a row, set by Zach Arnold in 2014.

Cade Harris (Oklahoma) had am RBI double, two walks and a run scored. Steve Passatempo (UMass Lowell) picked up an RBI double as well.

The Woodchucks are back in action at Athletic Park Saturday against Wisconsin Rapids. First pitch is scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Order your tickets today by calling 715.845.5055 or going online to woodchucks.com
 

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