June 21, 2023
ST. CLOUD, MN – The St. Cloud Rox (14-7) took game one of the doubleheader against the Minnesota Mud Puppies (4-7) with a 15-9 final score, Wednesday, June 21. In the Great Plains West division, the Rox sit among the top teams in the division.
The winning pitcher was Evan Esch, the first win of his Rox career. Esch had an extended stay in his relief appearance, lasting 3.0 innings with two strikeouts, giving up just one earned run. Esch has nine strikeouts through five appearances this season.
Jackson Hauge had another great day at the plate for St. Cloud, batting 2/4 with four RBI and two walks. Hauge raised his season total in RBI to 17, in a tie for the team lead. Albert Choi continued his hitting streak, batting 1/2 with a run scored, an RBI, and three walks. John Nett reached base four times and scored three times for St. Cloud. Nett raised his season total for runs scored to 13.
Ryan Chmielewski was the starting pitcher for St. Cloud, he went 3.0 innings with a strikeout in his 4th start of the season. Chris Brown was the first pitcher out of the bullpen, working through 1.0 inning with one strikeout. Alex Ramos came in relief for the final 2.0 innings of game one, keeping the Mud Puppies hitless with three strikeouts.
Today’s All Star Trophy and Awards Star of the game is Jackson Hauge!
The Rox return for game two of the doubleheader today, Wednesday, June 21st, with a 6:35 pm first pitch against the Minnesota Mud Puppies. For game two there will be a Rox cooler bag giveaway to the first 300 fans, presented by Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup! For a complete game & promotional schedule, ticket information and everything Rox please visit www.stcloudrox.com
Latest News
