Waterloo, IA – The Waterloo Bucks, a member of the Northwoods League, have announced the signing of left-handed pitcher Rick Dodridge. Dodridge currently attends Central Michigan University where he, Jordan Foley, and Jordan Adams are teammates.
Dodridge previously pitched for the Bucks in 2009. That season, he had a 4-3 record in nine starts, putting up a 5.44 ERA. In his 46.1 innings of work, he had 28 strikeouts compared to 17 walks.
This past season at Central Michigan, Dodridge had a 5.29 ERA in 13 starts, posting a 3-6 record. The lefty had 42 strikeouts, 33 walks, and had a batting average against of .307.
Dodridge made his first start for the Bucks just hours after arriving on Saturday, June 2. He had an excellent start to the year for the Bucks, going six innings and giving up three runs, just two of them earned. He also had five strikeouts and three walks.
The Bucks continue their season tonight against the St. Cloud Rox. FIrst pitch is set for 6:35 pm. Be sure to check out waterloobucks.com for all your latest Bucks information.