Down East Wood Ducks News: August 18 - August 24, 2024

Down East Wood Ducks: A Week of Ups and Downs

Recent Games

- July 9th: The Wood Ducks hosted the Salem Red Sox for Bark in the Park and game one of the series. The Red Sox were three up and three down in the top of the 1st, while the Wood Ducks started strong with a single from Echedry Vargas. The game was a thrilling display of baseball, with the Wood Ducks ultimately coming out on top.

- July 10th: In the second game against the Salem Red Sox, the Wood Ducks faced a tough challenge. Despite Echedry Vargas making it to first base on a wild pitch, the team couldn't capitalize on the opportunity, leading to a loss.

- July 11th: The game against the Salem Red Sox was postponed due to weather conditions. This led to a doubleheader on July 12th, with two 7-inning games. Fans were treated to a full day of baseball, with one ticket granting access to both games.

- July 12th: The doubleheader against the Salem Red Sox saw the Wood Ducks split the games. The first game was a close contest, while the second game saw the Wood Ducks come out strong.

- July 14th: The Wood Ducks hosted the Salem Red Sox for Family Funday and the last game of the series. Despite a strong start, the Wood Ducks couldn't hold off the Red Sox, leading to a loss.

- July 23rd: The Wood Ducks hosted the Fayetteville Woodpeckers for Bark in the Park and game one of the series. The Woodpeckers were three up and three down in the top of the 1st, while the Wood Ducks started strong. The game was a close contest, with the Wood Ducks ultimately coming out on top.

- July 24th: In the second game against the Fayetteville Woodpeckers, the Wood Ducks faced a tough challenge. Despite a strong start, the team couldn't capitalize on their opportunities, leading to a loss.

- July 25th: The game against the Myrtle Beach Pelicans was postponed due to field conditions. This led to a doubleheader on July 26th, with two 7-inning games. Fans were treated to a full day of baseball, with one ticket granting access to both games.

Notable Highlights

- Echedry Vargas has been a consistent performer for the Wood Ducks, often starting games with singles and making it to base on wild pitches.

- The team's ability to split doubleheaders and come out strong in certain games shows their resilience and determination.

Conclusion

The Down East Wood Ducks have shown a mix of strong performances and tough losses over the past week. Despite the challenges, the team has demonstrated their ability to come out on top in close contests. As they continue their season, fans can look forward to more exciting games and the opportunity to support their local team.