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reds1 · 07-11-2015, 12:38 AM

November 1, 1938

Western League: Pelicans Have Company

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Similar to the Braeland City Monarchs, the Balmoral Giants languished near the bottom of the standings last season. But in October, the Giants enjoyed a view at the top alongside the defending champions, the Kingston Pelicans. In fact, only 7.5 games separate first from last, with the Giants and Pelicans tied for top spot. The Cambria Cannons are not far behind, as they are tied for second with the Sherburn Tigers, 2.5 games back of first.

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Here’s a look at the top 4 teams in the West:

The Balmoral Giants have been very impressive in both pitching (1st – 2.96 ERA) and defense (1st - .723), but have been rather lackluster on offense (5th – 7th). But they have done enough to earn them a tie for top spot in the West. While they went 5-5 at home in October, they were impressive on the road, going 13-5.

Key Injuries: None.

Performance Highlight: Domenic Carmody made history on October 7, as he became the first player in the United Leagues to hit 3 home runs in a game. He accomplished it against the Pelicans no less, helping the Giants to 10-2 victory. Camody hit a solo-shot in the 2nd, hit another solo-shot in the 4th and a two-run home run in the 5th. All of them came off of SP-LHP Dave Mapp. Carmody walked in the 7th and grounded out in the 9th.

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The Kingston Pelicans started off the season with a 3-game sweep of the Wolseley Unions, but then were swept themselves in four games at home by the Balmoral Giants. That appeared to wake them up, as they went 15-6 the rest of the month. That stretch also included a 3-game sweep of the Giants in Balmoral. Does this portend a rivalry in the making? The Pelicans have started out strong again on offense (1st-2nd in a score of categories) as well as pitching/defense (3rd in ERA and def. eff.)

Key Injuries: United Cup MVP LF Jayden Tennant dislocated his finger in a Spring Training game in September. He should be back in two weeks.

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The Cambria Cannons find themselves just 2.5 games of first place in the early going. Their main strength thus far has been their pitching (2nd – ERA). However, they have been fairly mediocre on offense (5th – 6th). How long they can stay in the thick of things remains to be seen.

Key Injuries: None.

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The month of October for the Sherburn Tigers can be summed up in one name: Gary Watkinson. On route to winning Batter of the Month honours, he was also player of the week in Week 2 and is currently on a 28-game hitting streak (29 is the record in the young League). On offense, the Tigers rival the Pelicans (1st – 2nd in a number of categories) but are absolutely horrendous in pitching/defense (8th in seven categories, 7th in two). At least they know what they have to work on.

Key Injuries: None.

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07-11-2015, 12:38 AM	#100
reds1 Hall Of Famer Join Date: May 2002 Location: Winnipeg Posts: 3,919	November 1, 1938 Western League: Pelicans Have Company -------- Similar to the Braeland City Monarchs, the Balmoral Giants languished near the bottom of the standings last season. But in October, the Giants enjoyed a view at the top alongside the defending champions, the Kingston Pelicans. In fact, only 7.5 games separate first from last, with the Giants and Pelicans tied for top spot. The Cambria Cannons are not far behind, as they are tied for second with the Sherburn Tigers, 2.5 games back of first. -------- Here’s a look at the top 4 teams in the West: The Balmoral Giants have been very impressive in both pitching (1st – 2.96 ERA) and defense (1st - .723), but have been rather lackluster on offense (5th – 7th). But they have done enough to earn them a tie for top spot in the West. While they went 5-5 at home in October, they were impressive on the road, going 13-5. Key Injuries: None. Performance Highlight: Domenic Carmody made history on October 7, as he became the first player in the United Leagues to hit 3 home runs in a game. He accomplished it against the Pelicans no less, helping the Giants to 10-2 victory. Camody hit a solo-shot in the 2nd, hit another solo-shot in the 4th and a two-run home run in the 5th. All of them came off of SP-LHP Dave Mapp. Carmody walked in the 7th and grounded out in the 9th. -------- The Kingston Pelicans started off the season with a 3-game sweep of the Wolseley Unions, but then were swept themselves in four games at home by the Balmoral Giants. That appeared to wake them up, as they went 15-6 the rest of the month. That stretch also included a 3-game sweep of the Giants in Balmoral. Does this portend a rivalry in the making? The Pelicans have started out strong again on offense (1st-2nd in a score of categories) as well as pitching/defense (3rd in ERA and def. eff.) Key Injuries: United Cup MVP LF Jayden Tennant dislocated his finger in a Spring Training game in September. He should be back in two weeks. -------- The Cambria Cannons find themselves just 2.5 games of first place in the early going. Their main strength thus far has been their pitching (2nd – ERA). However, they have been fairly mediocre on offense (5th – 6th). How long they can stay in the thick of things remains to be seen. Key Injuries: None. -------- The month of October for the Sherburn Tigers can be summed up in one name: Gary Watkinson. On route to winning Batter of the Month honours, he was also player of the week in Week 2 and is currently on a 28-game hitting streak (29 is the record in the young League). On offense, the Tigers rival the Pelicans (1st – 2nd in a number of categories) but are absolutely horrendous in pitching/defense (8th in seven categories, 7th in two). At least they know what they have to work on. Key Injuries: None. -------- __________________ United Leagues of Braeland Last edited by reds1; 07-01-2017 at 06:56 PM.