Hartford Yard Goats News: August 9 - August 15, 2024

The Hartford Yard Goats, the Double-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, have had a mixed bag of performances over the past week. Despite the challenges they've faced due to the ongoing construction delays at their home stadium, Dunkin' Donuts Park, the team has shown resilience and determination.

Recent Performance

As of May 16th, the Yard Goats have a record of 16-16, indicating a balanced performance thus far in the season. In their most recent game against the New Hampshire Fisher Cats, the Yard Goats were unfortunately toppled after a strong start from Jarrod Cande. The Fisher Cats managed to crush the bullpen for ten total runs, including seven in the sixth inning, leading to a loss for the Yard Goats.

Upcoming Games

The Yard Goats are set to face off against the Fisher Cats again, with righty Andrew Quezada on the mound. Quezada has had an excellent start to the season, boasting an ERA of just 1.67 over six starts and 27 innings of work.

Construction Delays

The ongoing construction delays at Dunkin' Donuts Park have been a significant challenge for the Yard Goats. The team has had to play their home games at opposing teams' ballparks or at Norwich's Dodd Stadium. The delays have been due to cost overruns, with the project being approximately $10 million over its projected $56 million budget. This has led to disagreements between the city and the developer, Centerplan, regarding how to proceed.

Conclusion

Despite the challenges they've faced, the Hartford Yard Goats have shown a strong spirit and determination. With upcoming games against the Fisher Cats and other teams, the Yard Goats are looking to bounce back and improve their record. Fans can stay updated on the team's performance and schedule through their official website and MiLB.com.

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