Somerset Patriots News: August 9 - August 15, 2024

The Somerset Patriots, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, have been on a roll over the past week, showcasing their prowess in Minor League Baseball. With a series of impressive performances, the Patriots have solidified their position in the Northeast Division, sitting just one game behind the leaders.

Recent Highlights

- Power Surge Sinks Hartford: The Patriots won their third straight game, defeating the Hartford Yard Goats 9-3 on Thursday night. This victory marked their third consecutive win, a testament to their consistent form. The team has homered in 14 of their last 15 games, with eight home runs in their last three games alone.

- Zach Messinger's Stellar Performance: RHP Zach Messinger earned his third consecutive win, pitching 5.2 innings with 6 strikeouts and only 3 runs allowed. His recent performances have been outstanding, with a 1.75 ERA over his last four starts.

- Grant Richardson's Game-Tying Homer: CF Grant Richardson hit a game-tying three-run homer in the 4th inning, his seventh long ball of the season. Richardson has been in excellent form, with 27 multi-hit games leading the Patriots.

- Anthony Seigler's Consistency: 2B Anthony Seigler homered in his second straight game, launching a solo blast in the 8th inning. Seigler has been consistent, with 5 RBI and 3 runs over his last two games.

- Alexander Vargas' Hit Streak: 3B Alexander Vargas extended his hit streak to six games, with a solo shot in the 8th inning. Vargas has been batting .417 over his last six games, with 3 RBI and 4 extra-base hits.

Upcoming Events

- Subway Series Rolls Into Somerset: The Patriots return home to face the Binghamton Rumble Ponies in the next installment of the Double-A Subway Series.

- Spencer Jones Named Eastern League Player of the Week: OF Spencer Jones was named the Eastern League Player of the Week for the second time, highlighting his exceptional performance.

- Constantine Maroulis to Sing National Anthem: The Patriots have announced that Constantine Maroulis will sing the National Anthem before the game on August 29th.

The Somerset Patriots have been on a tear, with their recent performances showcasing their strength and consistency. As they continue to battle for the top spot in the Northeast Division, fans can look forward to more exciting games and memorable moments.