Lehigh Valley Ironpigs News: September 1 - September 7, 2024

The Lehigh Valley IronPigs, the Triple-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, have had a mixed bag of performances over the past week. Here’s a quick rundown of their recent games and some highlights from their 2024 season.

Recent Games

- **September 5, 2024**: The IronPigs suffered an 8-0 loss to the Buffalo Bisons, managing only three hits, all singles, in a game that showcased their offensive struggles.

- **Against Durham Bulls**: In a thrilling match, the IronPigs were edged out by the Durham Bulls in a 6-5 game that saw a dramatic ninth-inning comeback by Durham. The Bulls scored two runs in the bottom of the ninth, including the winning run on a single by Logan Driscoll, to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.

Season Highlights

- **Home Schedule**: The IronPigs have been playing a 150-game season with 75 home games and 75 road games. They have been home for key dates like Mother’s Day (May 12th), Easter Weekend (March 29th-31st), Memorial Day Weekend (May 24th-May 26th), and Labor Day Weekend (August 30th-September 1st).

- **Promotional Calendar**: The team has announced a robust promotional calendar for the 2024 season, featuring daily promotions like Tail Waggin’ Tuesdays, Tacos and Tallboys Wednesdays, Happy Hours on Thursdays, Friday Night Fireworks, and Kids Run the Bases on Sundays. There are also numerous giveaway nights, including jerseys, hats, and other fan favorites.

Upcoming Games

- **Final Homestand**: The IronPigs will end their regular season at Coca-Cola Park, hosting the Worcester Woo Sox from Tuesday, September 17 through Sunday, September 22.

Conclusion

The past week has been a challenging one for the Lehigh Valley IronPigs, with tough losses against the Buffalo Bisons and Durham Bulls. Despite these setbacks, the team has shown resilience and continues to entertain fans with their promotional events and giveaways. As the season winds down, fans can look forward to the final homestand against the Worcester Woo Sox. Here’s hoping the IronPigs can finish strong and build momentum for the next season.

Stay tuned for more updates and follow the IronPigs on Twitter at @IronPigs and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LHVIronPigs.