(Photo courtesy of Joe Doll)
(Lancaster, Pa., June 4, 2023) – The Long Island Ducks were defeated by the Lebanon Ironmasters (a.k.a. Lancaster Barnstormers) 7-1 on Sunday afternoon in the final game of a three-game series at Clipper Magazine Stadium.
The Ironmasters struck first on a first inning sacrifice fly to center field by Andretty Cordero. An RBI fielder’s choice by Jack Conley and a run-scoring wild pitch by Ducks starter Chris Pike in the second made it 3-0 Lebanon. Trayvon Robinson’s RBI groundout and Joseph Carpenter’s three-run homer in the third made it a 7-0 game. Alex Dickerson’s ninth inning solo homer to right-center broke up the shutout bid.
Dominic DiSabatino (2-1) earned the win, tossing seven scoreless innings, allowing three hits and three walks while striking out 10. Pike (0-1) took the loss, giving up six runs on a hit and six walks over two innings.
The Ducks return home on Tuesday night to open a three-game series against the Frederick Baseball Team. Game time is slated for 6:35 p.m., with the Fairfield Properties Ballpark gates opening at 5:35 (5:20 for full season ticket holders). It’s a Triple Play Tuesday at the ballpark! If the Ducks turn a triple play during the game, one lucky fan will win $25,000. Simply sign up prior to first pitch at the Ticket Kiosk on the main concourse to be eligible. Left-hander Stephen Tarpley (1-2, 5.08) gets the start for the Ducks against Frederick righty David Kubiak (3-1, 4.11).
Tickets for the game, and all Ducks games, are available by visiting the Fairfield Properties Ballpark box office, calling (631) 940-TIXX or CLICKING HERE. Those unable to make the game can follow all the action live on Flo Baseball by CLICKING HERE.
The Long Island Ducks are members of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, a Professional Partner League of Major League Baseball. Over 8.5 million fans have enjoyed the Ducks brand of affordable, fun entertainment at Fairfield Properties Ballpark since inception in 2000. For further information, visit LIDucks.com or call 631-940-DUCK (3825).
About the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball (ALPB)
Celebrating its 25th Anniversary Season in 2023, the Atlantic League is Major League Baseball’s first Professional Partner League, a player gateway to the major leagues, and a leader in baseball innovation. ALPB has sent over 1,200 players to MLB organizations while drawing more than 45 million fans to its family-friendly ballparks throughout its 25-year history. Please visit AtlanticLeague.com.
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