Down East Wood Ducks News: July 19 - July 25, 2024

Down East Wood Ducks: A Week of Ups and Downs

Games Against the Salem Red Sox

The Down East Wood Ducks, the Low-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, have had a mixed bag of results over the past week in the Minor League Baseball (MiLB) season. Here's a recap of their recent performances:

The Wood Ducks faced off against the Salem Red Sox in a series of games, with some notable highlights. On July 9, the Wood Ducks started strong, with Echedry Vargas making it to first base on a wild pitch despite striking out swinging. They went on to win the game, showcasing their resilience and determination.

However, the Red Sox fought back, and the Wood Ducks fell in the second game of the series on July 10. Despite this setback, the Wood Ducks bounced back to split a doubleheader on July 13, with a win in the first game and a loss in the second.

Postponements and Doubleheaders

Weather conditions forced the postponement of games on both July 11 and July 25. These postponements led to doubleheaders on July 12 and July 26, respectively. The doubleheader on July 12 saw the Wood Ducks host the Salem Red Sox, with one ticket granting access to both 7-inning games.

Recent Matchups

In their most recent series, the Wood Ducks faced the Fayetteville Woodpeckers. On July 23, the Wood Ducks played hard but ultimately fell short. The following day, they lost again to the Woodpeckers in Game 2 of the series.

Upcoming Games

Today, July 26, the Wood Ducks will play a doubleheader against the Carolina Mudcats, with gates opening at 4:30 pm and the first game starting at 5:00 pm. This doubleheader is a result of the postponed game on July 25 due to field conditions.

Team Performance

The Wood Ducks have shown flashes of brilliance, but consistency has been an issue. They have had some strong individual performances, such as Echedry Vargas' contributions, but need to work on sustaining their momentum throughout the series.

Stadium and Contact Information

The Down East Wood Ducks play their home games at Grainger Stadium, located at 400 East Grainger Avenue in Kinston, North Carolina. Fans can reach the team by phone at (252) 643-5305.

As the season continues, the Wood Ducks will look to build on their strengths and overcome their weaknesses. With a mix of wins and losses, they are still in the hunt for a strong finish to the season.