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Hanson’s Great Outing Goes Unrewarded
Written by Jonathan on April 15, 2009 – 8:55 amTommy Hanson took to the hill for his second start for the Gwinnett Braves last night to try to follow up his 4-1/3 inning, 10 strikeout performance in the season opener. Once again, the 6-foot-6 future phenom looked sharp. Through 5-2/3 innings last night against the Durham Bulls, Hanson produced a three hit, seven strikeout performance while only allowing one earned run, his first of the season.
Unfortunately, that earned run was the difference-maker in the game as the G-Braves offense fell flat and, for the second night in a row, failed to produce a run. Looks like offense struggles run a little deeper than just the big league squad at times. Hanson’s sporting an 0-1 record now, after two solid outings, but Braves fans shouldn’t be concerned. In 10 innings of work this season, the right-hander has struck out 17 and only given up 6 hits with an ERA of 0.90. He’ll be just fine.
Look for Hanson to take the mound for the Gwinnett Braves in their home opener at the new stadium this Friday night against the Norfolk Tides.
Tags: Gwinnett Braves, Tommy Hanson
Posted in Minor Leagues | 3 Comments »
By Davey Crockett on Apr 15, 2009 | Reply
The Braves HAVE to do something about their middle relievers – its going to be the same story as last season all over again
By Davey Crockett on Apr 15, 2009 | Reply
oops, wrong thread
By Colin Ake on Apr 15, 2009 | Reply
Sucks to see Hanson pitch so well and not get the win – but that happens sometimes. Vazquez got a little taste of it last night in Atlanta, even though he wasn't quite as lights out as Hanson was.