Columbus Clippers News: August 18 - August 24, 2024

The Columbus Clippers, a Minor League Baseball team, have had a mixed performance over the past week. Here are some highlights and lowlights from their recent games:

Recent Wins

- Victory Over Iowa Cubs: The Clippers defeated the Iowa Cubs 7-2 in the series finale, earning a split of the six-game set in Des Moines and completing a winning road trip.

- Winning Streak: The Clippers won three straight games, including a 2-1 victory over the Memphis Redbirds, thanks to a late home run by Juan Brito.

- Series Opener Win: The Clippers won the series opener against the Memphis Redbirds at Huntington Park, prevailing 8-6 in a back-and-forth affair.

Recent Losses

- Loss to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: The Clippers lost to the RailRiders by a score of 13-2, a game that was part of a beautiful Sunday afternoon at Huntington Park.

- Loss to Toledo Mud Hens: The Clippers lost 6-5 to the Toledo Mud Hens in 11 innings in the series finale at Huntington Park.

- Loss to Louisville Bats: The Clippers were defeated 7-4 by the visiting Louisville Bats on Friday evening at Huntington Park, with Louisville going yard three times to account for six of their seven runs.

Notable Performances

- Raynel Delgado: Delgado helped spark the Clippers to a 5-3 victory over the Memphis Redbirds, improving their record to 15-9 in the second half.

- Juan Brito: Brito's late home run helped lift the Clippers to a 2-1 win over the Memphis Redbirds.

- George Valera: Valera’s two-run blast in the 7th inning was the difference for Columbus in their 8-6 win over the Memphis Redbirds.

Fan Experience

The Clippers' home stadium, Huntington Park, continues to offer a great fan experience. The park celebrated its fifth anniversary and provides a beautiful setting for games, with no bad seats and a variety of budget-friendly ballpark meals. The team also features entertaining in-game activities, such as the hot dog race and appearances by Lou Seal, the 2013 MiLB Mascot Mania champion.

Overall, the Columbus Clippers have shown resilience and determination in their recent games, with both wins and losses contributing to their ongoing season.