Americans Schedule

The American's opening day featured a 15 batter lineup and the story of the night was Nick Blum.  "Is there anything this kid can't do?" said Jim McWilliams.  Nick threw a complete game with 10 strike outs, 1 earned run and 3 walks.  Batting 3rd Nick had 2 walks, 2 stolen bases, a double and he scored on an error.  Although the Americans were issued 10 walks they were only able to score 3 runs off the strong pitching and fielding of the Phillies.  One of those runs came off a ball muscled into play by Mark Andrew.  Mesmerized by Marks biceps the Phillies first baseman bobbled the ball and decided not to throw it.  As the Americans staged a come back in the 7th inning how can we not mention Guzi's 130 mph line drive to right field.  Guzi later scored on a ball put into play by Tyler Youens.  The rally ended with Nate Tuskan making solid contact but right into the Phillies shortstops glove.  The Americans are feeling strong and looking forward to a productive season.  

The Americans picked up their first win of the season.  Bruno Frank shined in his first start of the year and completely shut down the White Sox facing 15 batters with 11 strike outs.  Frank later said that his arm felt great even though he spent most of the day doing "curls for the girls" and responding to "DMs."  Frank made it look easy at the plate as well, grabbing 2 singles on the day.  

The Americans bats came alive in the second inning with Guzi lacing a shot down the first base line.  Frank singled, Younes walked which brought Nate Tuskan to the plate.  That was when we all knew that the power of the moustache was strong and could not be denied.  Nate crushed a single and drove in two RBI's.  Damian Muniz also had a stellar game driving in a run in the second inning with a base hit and a walk later in the game.  

After securing the lead the Americans never looked back.  Tyler Younes took the mound in the fifth inning and ended up with 8 strike outs over 3 innings pitched.  Younes even worked himself into a jam in the 7th inning by walking 3 batters.  Coach Gooch was bitting his nails, "I might actually have to do a mound visit."  Tyler then slammed the door shut with another strike out picking up his first save of the year.

The Americans look forward to their next game against the Rockies even though after they pick up the W they will never be allowed to go to Terry's ever again.

Final Score

Americans-1    Devil Rays-More than 1

A beautiful night for baseball and the Americans got off to a good start. Nick “Blumgarner” Blum took the mound, racking up back to back Ks to start the night. Solid outings followed for relief pitchers Bruno and Tyler, keeping the Americans within striking distance most of the night.

The offense started to come alive in the later innings, chasing the starter and pushing across a run off the relief. A big knock by the 290 pound slugger Guzi, who was driven in on a single by Bruno highlighted the scoring for the Americans. Sadly the only real rally on the night was Tyler’s puke and rally 2 hours after the game.

Defense had an up and down night. Middle infielders Joey, Colton and Ben swallowed up everything put their way. Cam Szczjsjdbahiebsb gave his best Tyler Collins impression in center for an inning as well.

The Americans will take the weekend to regroup before taking on the Marlins Tuesday night.