On Friday, April 11, former Upper Dublin High School standout Kyle Rizzo’s current college team, the California Vulcans, lost 5-1 in their NCAA Division II baseball game against the Seton Hill Griffins.
The game took place at Wild Things Park. This was their second matchup against the Griffins this season.
The Vulcans’ next game is scheduled for Saturday, April 12 at 1 p.m. at SHU Baseball Complex against Seton Hill Griffins.
Andrew Painter was optioned by the Phillies to Triple-A Lehigh Valley after struggling during his latest start against Miami. Interim manager Don Mattingly said performance remains key despite development opportunities available in Major League Baseball.
Trea Turner returned as leadoff hitter for the Philadelphia Phillies after missing one game due to injury. Interim manager Don Mattingly explained lineup changes intended both for strategic balance and player performance improvement.
Kyle Schwarber started at first base for the Phillies for the first time since joining the team while hitting his league-leading 25th home run during an 8-2 victory over Miami on June 16. The game also saw Brandon Marsh step into a leadoff role amid lineup adjustments.
