BBL SWINGS INTO ACTION FRIDAY NIGHT

By Robert Balajadia

The Budweiser Baseball League (BBL) began Friday night with a brief award  ceremony followed by the opening game of the season between the five-time champion Braves taking on a new team in the Orioles.

A’s Mike Bautista holding up his three trophies from 2013 which included the league MVP, most RBI’s, and most Home Runs. (GSPN photo)

Stealing the show in the ceremony was A’s Mike Bautista grabbing three different trophies which included the league MVP, most RBI’s, and most Home Runs. The Braves were handed out numerous playoff awards and the 2013 trophy.

The Orioles cashed in an impressive start to the season by defeating the Braves 13-9. Jathan Muna Barnes and JR Hattig took lead in the game with Muna going 3-5 including 3 runs while Hattig went 3-5 scoring two runs and adding 3RBI’s on the night.

The Orioles jumped out to a commanding 9-0 lead after their first two at bats and never halted the late rally by the defending champions.

Winning pitcher RJ Joe finished with 2K’s while Braves’ Paul Lujan gets the opening game loss.

BBL action continues Sunday with the Athletics vs. the Cardinals.

Braves Manager Derrick Santos holds up the 2013 League Champion trophy and 2013 Manager trophy. (GSPN photo)