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Published On: August 5th, 2016

 

Meyer throws CG, Mangrum homers twice

 

Wausau, WI – The Wisconsin Woodchucks (29-34, 16-12 Second Half) topped the Lakeshore Chinooks 29-35, 14-14 Second Half), 10-1, Friday at Athletic Park in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Reggie Meyer (Minnesota) threw the first nine-inning complete game of the season for the 'Chucks, allowing just one run on five hits while striking out four to collect the victory.

Stevie Mangrum (Virginia Tech) launched two home runs, his third and fourth in the last five games, and chipped in five RBI on a 4-for-5 night. He also scored three runs.

Steele Walker (Oklahoma), Jared Oliva (Arizona) and George Janca (Texas A&M) all added two hits apiece. Walker and Janca drove in a run each; Oliva scored two runs.

The 'Chucks are back at Athletic Park tomorrow (Saturday, August 6th) to play the first of a two-game set against Battle Creek and of the six-game homestand, which runs through August 7th. Order your tickets today by calling 715.845.5055 or going online to woodchucks.com
 

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