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		<title>SEGUIGNOL SIGNED</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., Jun. 7, 2010) – Newark Bears officials announced that the Orix Buffaloes in Japan officially signed IF Fernando Seguignol.  He becomes the first Atlantic League player to go directly to Japan’s major league.  He is also the third Bear this season to be signed to an affiliated or professional team joining J.R. House [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/07/seguignol-signed/</link>
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		<title>Revs Squeak By Crabs</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Blue Crabs were unable to complete a three game sweep of the York Revolution, losing 4-3 on Sunday afternoon at Regency Furniture Stadium. After trailing 3-1, York rightfielder Steve Haake knocked a go-ahead and eventual game winning three run homer, his first of the year, into left-centerfield in the seventh. The home run drove [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/07/revs-squeak-by-crabs/</link>
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		<title>Sharks Sweep Series against Bluefish</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Camden Riversharks swept the Bridgeport series this afternoon with a 10-4 victory.  Steve Hammond (2-4) took the win, while Kevin Mannix was charged with the loss.  With the win, the Sharks are on a three game winning streak and remain second in the division, only a half a game behind Long Island. Camden started [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/07/sharks-sweep-series-against-bluefish/</link>
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		<title>Bears Shut Out Pats, 4-0</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears shut out the Somerset Patriots 4-0 before 5,484 fans at TD Bank Ballpark on Sunday afternoon. The Bears scored two runs in the top of the fifth inning. Second baseman Shawn Williams singled, shortstop Paddy Matera singled, and center fielder James Cooper followed with an RBI single to score [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/07/bears-sut-out-pats-4-0/</link>
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		<title>Ready, Set, Crawl!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(York, Pa.): This Saturday night, the fastest babies and the quickest toddlers in town will come together at Sovereign Bank Stadium, as the York Revolution will host the second annual Lil Revs Diaper Derby, and the first ever Toddler Trot.  The event, which is presented by Memorial Hospital and SmartMamaPA.com, takes place prior to the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/06/ready-set-crawl/</link>
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		<title>Patriots Late Rally Downs Bears 5-2</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ – The Somerset Patriots defeated the Newark Bears 5-2 before 7,514 fans at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday night. Somerset broke the tie in the bottom of the eighth inning after first baseman Joe Burke singled, right fielder Zach Smithlin walked, shortstop Elliott Ayala walked, and centerfielder Wayne Lydon hit a sacrifice fly [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/06/patriots-late-rally-downs-bears-5-2/</link>
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		<title>Camden&#8217;s Scoring Surge Wins Game 2</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Camden Riversharks easily took the win against the Bridgeport Bluefish with a score of 18-7.  The game played out much different from last night, when the two teams went scoreless in the first five innings.  In this evening’s match up there were 15 combined runs heading into the third inning.  Travis Chick was awarded [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/06/camdens-scoring-surge-wins-game-2/</link>
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		<title>Barnstormers Walk Past Ducks</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Ryan Mulhern’s bat and Lloyd Turner’s eye carried the Lancaster Barnstormers past the Long Island Ducks, 5-4, Saturday evening in front of 6,562 Saturday evening at Clipper Magazine Stadium. Down, 4-3, entering the bottom of the ninth, the Barnstormers got a leadoff single from Aaron Herr, playing despite a twisted ankle.  Toshihisa Nishi ran for [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/06/barnstormers-walk-past-ducks/</link>
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		<title>Southern Maryland Blue Crabs 5, York Revolution 1</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Blue Crabs set a franchise record with three consecutive home runs in a 5-1 victory against the York Revolution on Saturday evening before a crowd of 6,794 at Regency Furniture Stadium, putting the total attendance for the season over 60,000, at 66,580 in 17 home games this season. It was the third largest crowd [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/06/southern-maryland-blue-crabs-5-york-revolution-1/</link>
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		<title>Bluecrabs 5, Revs 2</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Rightfielder Jamar Hill lined a two run homer into leftfield and scorched a pair of doubles in his Blue Crab debut, leading his new team to a 5-2 win over his former squad, the York Revolution on Friday night at Regency Furniture Stadium. For the game, Hill went 3-for-3 with a walk. RHP Dan Reichert [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/05/bluecrabs-5-revs-2/</link>
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		<title>PATRIOTS NIP NEWARK IN EXTRAS</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgewater, N.J., Jun. 4 2010) – The Somerset Patriots edged the Newark Bears 2-1 in 10 innings on Friday night at TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater, New Jersey. It was a pitcher’s duel throughout as the Bears’ Paul Fagan locked up with Somerset’s Josh Miller.  Fagan worked seven innings of one-run, seven hit baseball and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/05/patriots-nip-newark-in-extras/</link>
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		<title>SHARKS SWIM PAST BLUEFISH</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Camden Riversharks defeated the Bridgeport Bluefish with a score of 4-1 in the series opener played at Campbell’s Field on Friday evening.  Ben Davis earned the win and improves his record to 1-0, while Denny Stark of the Bluefish was charged with the loss. It was a pitcher’s duel for the first five innings [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/05/sharks-swim-past-bluefish/</link>
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		<title>Arroyo Returns to Bridgeport</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – June 4, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish today announced the signing of pitcher Luis Arroyo. He returns to the Bluefish for his 18th season of professional baseball and fifth in the Atlantic League. “We’re glad to bring Luis back to Bridgeport,” says Bluefish manager Willie Upshaw. “He will add stability to our [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/04/arroyo-returns-to-bridgeport/</link>
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		<title>Ducks and Sharks Split Series</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Camden Riversharks dropped the final game of the series, 4-3, against the Long Island Ducks. The two teams split the series 2-2. With the loss this afternoon, Camden remains second in the division, now a game and a half behind. Long Island’s pitcher Jake Dittler was awarded the win, improving his record to 3-2, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/04/ducks-and-sharks-split-series/</link>
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		<title>York Walks Off to First Place</title>
		<description><![CDATA[York, PA-  Ian Bladergroen&#8217;s second homer of the game was a two-run walkoff shot down the right field line in the bottom of the 13th inning, giving the York Revolution a 7-5 victory over the Somerset Patriots at Sovereign Bank Stadium in the finale of a four-game home-and-home series. Yorks Thursday victory gives them sole possession [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/04/york-walks-off-to-first-place/</link>
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		<title>Bears Leave Crabs Steaming</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., Jun. 3, 2010) - James Cooper led off the bottom of the first inning with a home run and Daryle Ward later delivered a two-run double, spearheading a three-run rally that carried the Newark Bears to a 4-2 victory over the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Thursday night at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/04/bears-leave-crabs-steaming/</link>
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		<title>BEARS CLIPPED BY CRABS</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., Jun. 2, 2010) - Designated hitter Matt Craig had two hits and three RBI and Kenny Rayborn pitched 5 2/3 innings for his third win of the season, leading the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs to an 8-4 victory over the Newark Bears Wednesday night at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium. The Blue Crabs [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/bears-clipped-by-crabs/</link>
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		<title>Burgamy&#8217;s 2 RBI Home Run Seals Game 3 Victory</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Riversharks defeated the visiting Ducks with a score of 6-1 on Wednesday evening at Campbell’s Field.  This was the Sharks 14th win after being the first team to score during the contest.  Brad Knox recorded his first win of the 2010 season, while Rick Bauer was charged with the loss.  Camden remains second in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/burgamys-2-rbi-home-run-seals-game-3-victory/</link>
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		<title>Patriots Held In Check By Revs Bullpen</title>
		<description><![CDATA[York, PA &#8211; The Somerset Patriots muscled one hit in the final five innings at the plate and the York Revolution homered their way to a lead and a 7-3 victory at Sovereign Bank Stadium on Wednesday night in the third game of a home-and-home four game set. The Patriots were the ones out in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/patriots-held-in-check-by-revs-bullpen/</link>
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		<title>REVS ANNOUNCE SPECIAL PARKING DETAILS FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 8</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(York, Pa.): Fans attending the York Revolution home game on Tuesday, June 8 should plan for special parking circumstances, including FREE parking for that night only.  Due to William Penn’s graduation ceremonies, the lot at Smalls Field will be closed that night.  Instead, fans can park at the Northwest Triangle Lot, located along North Beaver [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/revs-announce-special-parking-details-for-tuesday-june-8/</link>
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		<title>FORMER AL PLAYER OF THE YEAR JOINS ‘FISH</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – June 2, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish today announced the signing of infielder Victor Rodriguez. He joins the Bluefish for his fifth season in the Atlantic League and 16th of professional baseball. “Victor is a well-rounded player that is accustomed to this league,” says Bluefish manager Willie Upshaw. “We look forward to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/former-al-player-of-the-year-joins-%e2%80%98fish/</link>
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		<title>GUERRERO SIGNED</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., June 2, 2010) – Long Island Ducks team officials today announced the signing of pitcher Julio Guerrero. He will begin his fifth season in the Atlantic League and first with the Ducks. “Julio will be an excellent addition to our ballclub,” says Ducks manager Dave LaPoint. “We are excited to see what [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/guerrero-signed/</link>
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		<title>DUCKS CAMP SIGNUPS BEGIN</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., Jun. 2, 2010) – The Long Island Ducks today announced there are excellent spots available for this summer’s annual youth baseball clinics. Players of all abilities are welcome and interested parties are encouraged to sign up early due to limited availability. Sign up forms are available by visiting www.liducks.com and clicking on [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/ducks-camp-signups-begin/</link>
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		<title>DUCKS RETURN TUESDAY</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y. – June 2, 2010) – The Long Island Ducks will return to Suffolk County Sports Park on Tuesday, June 8th for a seven-game homestand. The Ducks will host the Camden Riversharks for a three-game series before welcoming in the Lancaster Barnstormers for a four-game set. Following are the dates and promotions for [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/ducks-return-tuesday/</link>
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		<title>RIVERSHARKS INTRODUCE “TAKE CONTROL WITH JOEL” SEASON LONG NUTRISYSTEM WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CAMDEN, NJ (June 2, 2010) – The Camden Riversharks announced the launch of their season-long promotional campaign with Nutrisystem, one of the nation’s leading weight loss programs.  Joel Seiden, Assistant General Manager of the Camden Riversharks, will be on Nutrisystem for the entire length of the 2010 season with the goal of losing approximately 40 [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/03/riversharks-introduce-%e2%80%9ctake-control-with-joel%e2%80%9d-season-long-nutrisystem-weight-loss-challenge/</link>
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		<title>CUMBERLAND AND ‘CRABS DOWN NEWARK</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., June 1, 2010) – Shaun Cumberland had three hits and had three RBI, pacing a 12-hit attack, as the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs defeated the Newark Bears, 9-5, in a special matinee contest Tuesday at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium. The Blue Crabs took a 2-0 lead off Bears starter and loser Hector [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/02/cumberland-and-%e2%80%98crabs-down-newark/</link>
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		<title>Castro&#8217;s Two Homers Down Patriots 4-1</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ – The York Revolution defeated the Somerset Patriots 4-1 at TD Bank Ballpark on Tuesday night. The Revolution broke a scoreless tie in the top of the fifth inning. Left fielder James Shanks started it off with a single, first baseman Ian Bladergroen singled, both runners then advanced on a wild pitch, and shortstop [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/02/castros-two-homers-down-patriots-4-1/</link>
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		<title>CAMDEN FALLS 6-3 AGAINST LONG ISLAND</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Riversharks were defeated 6-3 by the Long Island Ducks in the second game of their four game series.  Randy Leek was given the win and improves his record to 7-1 for the season.  Steve Hammond (1-4) was charged with the loss. The Ducks jumped in front early on Ray Navarrete’s RBI double down the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/02/camden-falls-6-3-against-long-island/</link>
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		<title>Stormers Forced Out of Harbor Yard</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – June 1, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish ended their five game home stand Tuesday night with a win against the Lancaster Barnstormers 6-4 at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Lloyd Turner led off the game for the ‘Stormers with a single up the middle and then moved into scoring position on a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/06/02/stormers-forced-out-of-harbor-yard/</link>
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		<title>‘STORMERS ROLL THROUGH BRIDGEPORT</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – May 31, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish suffered a loss to the Lancaster Barnstormers 7-5 on Monday night at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. The Barnstormers took control of the game in the second inning on a series of well-placed hits. With one out, Joe Gaetti, Vic Gutierrez and Ryan Mulhern collected [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/%e2%80%98stormers-roll-through-bridgeport/</link>
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		<title>Hernandez Powers Patriots To 4-2 Win</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ – Michael Hernandez homered for the third consecutive game, launching a two-run shot to right in the sixth, propelling the Somerset Patriots to a 4-2 win over the York Revolution in front of 5.831 on Memorial Day Monday at TD Bank Ballpark. Hernandez’s home run off of York starter Corey Thurman gave the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/hernandez-powers-patriots-to-4-2-win/</link>
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		<title>‘Sharks Top Ducks 8-4 in Series Opener</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; In a back and forth sea saw affair the Camden Riversharks prevailed to pick up the first win of the series against the Long Island Ducks, 8-4. The Sharks returned to Campbell’s Field coming off of a shutout win against the Bridgeport Bluefish the day before.  They carried that energy to their [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/%e2%80%98sharks-top-ducks-8-4-in-series-opener/</link>
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		<title>BLUE CRABS CRUNCH BEARS</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., May 31, 2010) - Jarrett Santos scattered six hits over six shutout innings, and Brian McFall knocked in three runs, two coming on a two-run homer in the eighth inning, leading the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs to an 8-3 victory over the Newark Bears on Memorial Day at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/blue-crabs-crunch-bears/</link>
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		<title>Leek Still The Ducks Ace</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y.— Randy Leek said he is confident that he can get batters out at any level. The Ducks’ ace has a track record to support that faith, logging a career 86-63 record in 11 seasons since entering the professional ranks as a Detroit Tigers 18th round draft pick in 1999. Leek isn’t as [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/leek-still-the-ducks-ace/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Boil Crabs</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., May 30, 2010) – The Long Island Ducks defeated the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs 8-3 on Sunday afternoon before a past-capacity crowd of 6,014 at Suffolk County Sports Park. The Ducks opened the scoring in the third against Blue Crabs’ starter Dan Reichert, when Johnny Hernandez smacked a leadoff home run over [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/ducks-boil-crabs/</link>
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		<title>Narron DeClaws Bridgeport</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – May 30, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish fell to the Camden Riversharks 9-0 Sunday afternoon at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. A tough defensive inning for the ‘Fish gave the ‘Sharks an early lead.  A series of mishaps, including two errors committed by Tim Johnson allowed Camden to jump ahead by three [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/narron-declaws-bridgeport/</link>
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		<title>Somerset Declaws Bears</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., May 30, 2010) - Josh Miller scattered seven hits over seven innings for his fourth win of the season and recent signee Zach Smithlin had two hits and two RBI, leading the Somerset Patriots to an 8-2 win over the Newark Bears and Sunday night at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium. The Patriots [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/31/somerset-declaws-bears/</link>
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		<title>A Bad Inning Means A Ducks Loss</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y.— The Ducks have been limited to five relievers at times in the bullpen, putting the pressure on the starting rotation to go deep into games. Conventional wisdom would suggest a patient approach for Southern Maryland to drive up the pitch count and face overworked relievers. But Southern Maryland employed an aggressive strategy [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/30/a-bad-inning-means-a-ducks-loss/</link>
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		<title>PATRIOTS POWER PAST BEARS</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., May 29, 2010) &#8211; Former Newark Bear Michael Hernandez, who entered the game in the first inning due to a freak injury to Joe Holden, smacked a two-run homer in the third inning, and Noah Hall and Jason Belcher each had three hits and drove in two runs, leading the Somerset Patriots to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/30/patriots-power-past-bears/</link>
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		<title>Eighth inning comeback lifts Bridgeport over Camden</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – May 29, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish picked up a huge win Saturday night over the Camden Riversharks 7-5 at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Brandon Chaves began the third inning surge for the Bluefish with a one out single to center field. The red-hot Colin Roberson stepped up to the plate [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/30/eighth-inning-comeback-lifts-bridgeport-over-camden/</link>
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		<title>PENA ADDED TO ‘FISH TANK</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – May 29, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish today announced the signing of infielder Wily Mo Pena. The former Major Leaguer joins the Bluefish for his first season in the Atlantic League and 12th of professional baseball. “We are thrilled to add a slugger like Pena to this ballclub,” says Bluefish manager Willie [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/29/pena-added-to-%e2%80%98fish-tank/</link>
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		<title>BAUER HOUR</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., May 28, 2010) –The Long Island Ducks defeated the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs 3-2 on Friday night before a past-capacity crowd of 6,174 at Suffolk County Sports Park. Ray Navarrete’s solo homer over the left field wall off Crabs’ starter Kenny Rayborn broke a scoreless tie in the home fourth inning. The [...]]]></description>
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		<title>SHULTS SLAMS PATRIOTS</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., May 28, 2010) - Stephen Shults had three hits, but the biggest was the one-out grand slam in the bottom of the seventh inning, snapping a 3-3 tie, giving the Newark Bears a 7-3 victory over the Somerset Patriots Friday night at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium. The Patriots took an early lead, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/29/shults-slams-patriots/</link>
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		<title>‘FISH GAFF ‘SHARKS</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – May 28, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Camden Riversharks in a slugfest 8-4 on Friday night at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. The offensive surge began early as the Riversharks put a run across in the top of the first off a sacrifice fly by Jason Botts. Bridgeport’s offense came [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/29/1067/</link>
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		<title>OSEGUERA GOES WEST</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, Conn. – May 28, 2010) – Bridgeport Bluefish team officials today announced that pitcher Paul Oseguera has had his contract purchased by the Oakland Athletics organization. The lefthander will report to Single-A Stockton of the California League. “Paul has been an outstanding member of our pitching staff and will certainly be missed,” says Bluefish [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/28/oseguera-goes-west/</link>
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		<title>BLUE CRABS HOSTING WORLD CUP SOCCER FAN FEST ON SAT. JUNE 12</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Waldorf, Md.):  The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs will host a 2010 World Cup Soccer Fan Fest on Saturday, June 12 at Regency Furniture Stadium.  All proceeds from this event will benefit the Civista Health Foundation, the presenting sponsor of the 2010 season of Blue Crabs baseball. The Fan Fest will include the live television broadcast [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/27/blue-crabs-hosting-world-cup-soccer-fan-fest-on-sat-june-12/</link>
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		<title>Revs Post Straight A&#8217;s</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(York, Pa.): With a big weekend series at home on the horizon, the York Revolution are proud to announce that the contracts of pitcher Jesus Sanchez and outfielder Val Majewski have both been purchased by the Oakland Athletics organization.  The signings were announced on Thursday by field manager and director of baseball operations Andy Etchebarren. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/27/revs-post-straight-as/</link>
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		<title>BEARS ROAR BACK</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Lancaster, P.A., May 27 2010) – The Newark Bears blasted the Lancaster Barnstormers 9-4 in the rain shortened series finale on Thursday night at Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The Bears jumped on top for the second straight game.  Kennard Jones’ one-out double, his twelfth on the season, started a string of five straight [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/27/bears-roar-back/</link>
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		<title>Southern Maryland Blue Crabs 8, Bridgeport Bluefish 1</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Blue Crabs tied a season high with four home runs as they crushed the Bridgeport Bluefish 8-1 in the series finale on Thursday night at Regency Furniture Stadium. RHP Connor Robertson (1-0) made his first start of the year and earned the win, pitching five shutout innings and striking out four to lower his [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/27/southern-maryland-blue-crabs-8-bridgeport-bluefish-1/</link>
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		<title>Bluefish Hook Newark</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Newark, N.J., May 13, 2010) – The Bridgeport Bluefish defeated the Newark Bears 2-1 on Thursday night at the Ballpark at Harbor Yard. It was a pitcher’s duel early between the Bears’ Matt Smith and Bridgeport’s Paul Oseguera.  Smith struck out five batters and allowed just four base runners through three scoreless innings.  Oseguera allowed [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2010/05/23/bluefish-hook-newark/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Keep Up In Wild Card</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, NY— Most clubs can define its seasons on a critical stretch that secures a playoff spot or dashes postseason aspirations. The first two weeks of August nearly derailed the Ducks quest for a fifth straight Atlantic League playoff berth. But the subsequent fortnight is helping the Flock gain an edge of Bridgeport in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/08/24/ducks-keep-up-in-wild-card/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Restock With Cates</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, NY— The Ducks endured losing its staff ace when Ken Ray’s hot started landed him a minor league contract with Cleveland’s organization in May. While the Ducks didn’t win the first half division crown, quality pitching propelled the club to a first-place start in the second half. But the Ducks will need to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/29/ducks-restock-with-cates/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Can&#8217;t Survive the Fish</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, NY- Timely hits marked a potent offense as the Ducks surged to the Liberty Division&#8217;s top spot to start the second half. But starting pitcher Randy Leek was the victim of the Ducks first offensive cold spell since the season&#8217;s midway point. Leek limited Bridgeport to just one earned run in striking out [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/26/ducks-cant-survive-the-fish/</link>
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		<title>7-15-09 Bluefish at Riversharks</title>
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		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/16/7-15-09-bluefish-at-riversharks/</link>
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		<title>Sharks Take Care of Fish, 9-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; The Camden Riversharks defeated the Bridgeport Bluefish today, by a final score of 9-6, as they rallied for six runs in the 8th inning. Camden reliever Josh Newman (1-2) picked up the win, while Bridgeport reliever Patrick Ryan (0-1) suffered the loss. Ryan surrendered 3 hits and 3 runs without managing to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/16/sharks-take-care-of-fish-9-6/</link>
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		<title>York Gets Blown Out by Crabs</title>
		<description><![CDATA[York, PA &#8211; The York Revolution took one on the chin Wednesday night, losing 11-1 to the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs.  The Revs are still 4-2 in the second half, tied for first place in the Freedom Division.  They&#8217;ll look to close the homestand with a win on Thursday night against the Crabs. Southern Maryland [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/16/york-gets-blown-out-by-crabs/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Comeback on Barnstormers, 3-2</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., July 15, 2009) &#8211; The Long Island Ducks defeated the Lancaster Barnstormers 3-2 on Wednesday before a past-capacity crowd of 6,295 at Citibank Park. The Flock continued their early game dominance this season as they cracked the scoreboard first in the home first.  Ray Navarrete doubled down the left field line and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/16/ducks-comeback-on-barnstormers-3-2/</link>
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		<title>Pats Beat Bears, 8-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears fell to the Somerset Patriots 8-6 at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium in downtown Newark, NJ. With Rob Mackowiak and Carl Everett on base, Salomon Manriquez crushed his fifth home run of the season to give Newark the lead in the bottom of the second inning. Somerset answered in [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/16/pats-beat-bears-8-6/</link>
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		<title>Stormers Top Flock</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., July 14, 2009) &#8211; The Lancaster Barnstormers defeated the Long Island Ducks 9-5 on Tuesday before a past-capacity crowd of 6,126 at Citibank Park. The Barnstormers cracked the scoreboard first in the top of the third with four runs on four hits.  Back-to-back singles to start the frame followed by a walk [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/15/stormers-top-flock/</link>
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		<title>Fish Top Sharks, 8-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Camden Riversharks were defeated by the Bridgeport Bluefish today, by a final score of 8-6. Camden reliever Felix Rodriguez (1-4) suffered the loss, as he gave up 4 runs and 3 hits in just .1 innings of work. Bridgeport reliever Casey Hoorelbeke (2-1) recorded the win, as he allowed just one run and two [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/15/fish-top-sharks-8-6/</link>
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		<title>Revs Suffer First Second Half Loss</title>
		<description><![CDATA[York, PA &#8211; The York Revolution lost for the first time in the second half, falling 3-2 to the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs on Tuesday evening at Sovereign Bank Stadium.  The Revs, still off to their best start ever at 4-1, will look to even the series on Wednesday night at 7 p.m. Spot starter [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/15/revs-suffer-first-second-half-loss/</link>
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		<title>Newark Outslugs Pats, 11-10</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; After a combined twenty-one runs and twenty-eight hits, the Newark Bears defeated the Somerset Patriots 11-10 after three hours and forty-five minutes of baseball at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium in downtown Newark, NJ. Somerset gave up a seven run lead after putting eight runs on the board over the first four [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/15/newark-outslugs-pats-11-10/</link>
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		<title>Newark Nails Down Barnstormers</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears defeated the Lancaster Barnstormers 4-1 at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium in downtown Newark, NJ. Lancaster scored their only run in the first inning after Matt Watson&#8217;s RBI single drove in second baseman Lloyd Turner. Three of the four runs for Newark were homers &#8211; Rob Mackowiak crushed a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/14/newark-nails-down-barnstormers/</link>
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		<title>Crabs Edge Flock</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Central Islip, N.Y., July 13, 2009) - The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs defeated the Long Island Ducks 4-3 on Monday before a past-capacity crowd of 6,171 at Citibank Park. The Ducks struck first in the first off Blue Crabs&#8217; starter Ryan Bicondoa using two base hits to plate a run.  Estee Harris led off the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/14/crabs-edge-flock/</link>
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		<title>Upshaw Still Looking For First Win</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT-The second edition of the Willie Upshaw era as manager of the Bridgeport Bluefish was off to a slow start weekend as Bridgeport dropped three straight one-run games to the York Revolution.  Yesterday, Bob Zimmermann was able to halt a ninth inning Bridgeport rally to earn his sixth save of the year, and the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/13/upshaw-still-looking-for-first-win/</link>
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		<title>Players wish the best to Tommy John; Manager resigns from ‘Fish, Upshaw to take over</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT— At the conclusion of Wednesday’s game at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard, the players patiently waited for their turn.  One by one, members of the Bridgeport Bluefish peeked their heads in and out of the manager’s office.  All of them looking for an opportunity to have one last conversation, to hear one last [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/13/players-wish-the-best-to-tommy-john-manager-resigns-from-%e2%80%98fish-upshaw-to-take-over/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Continue Undefeated Second Half</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, NY- Gary Carter&#8217;s usual in-game commute entails walking from dugout to home plate before the game and to and from the third base coach&#8217;s box. Carter extended his trip yesterday for two prolonged arguments after the three-man umpiring crew overturned two controversial calls. One call went for the home team and the other [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/13/ducks-continue-undefeated-second-half/</link>
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		<title>Pats Take Sharks, 6-2</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; The Camden Riversharks were defeated by the Somerset Patriots today, by a final score of 6-2. Camden pitcher Josh Newman (0-2) suffered the loss, as he gave up 2 runs and 2 hits in just 1 inning of work. Somerset reliever Jared Gothreaux (4-5) recorded the win, as he tossed two innings [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/13/pats-take-sharks-6-2/</link>
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		<title>Newark Defeats Lancaster, 7-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears defeated the Lancaster Barnstormers 7-6 at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium in downtown Newark, NJ. The Bears pulled together in the ninth inning to overcome a two run deficit. Rob Mackowiak, who re-signed with the Bears today, hit a single and scored on a sacrifice fly off the bat [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/13/newark-defeats-lancaster-7-6/</link>
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		<title>John Steps Down As Bluefish Manager</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, CT &#8211; July 8, 2009) &#8211; Bridgeport Bluefish team officials today announced that Bluefish manager Tommy John has resigned from his position with the team. John is leaving the team to pursue a non-baseball position. Bluefish bench coach Willie Upshaw will take over as manager for the rest of the 2009 campaign. Upshaw, the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/08/john-steps-down-as-bluefish-manager/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Beat Bears 9-4</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears were defeated by the Long Island Ducks 9-4 at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium in downtown Newark, NJ. The Ducks had a big fifth inning, putting seven runs on the board, starting with a home run by designated hitter Preston Wilson, his fourth this season. Lew Ford and Ray [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/08/ducks-beat-bears-9-4/</link>
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		<title>Somerset Strikes Early En Route to Victory</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT &#8211; &#8211; The Bridgeport Bluefish (32-37) were defeated by the Somerset Patriots (43-26) on Tuesday night 6-3 at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard. Despite holding the Patriots hitless over his final six innings pitched, starter Kyle Jackson could not recover as the Pats jumped out to an early 5-0 lead in the second [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/08/somerset-strikes-early-en-route-to-victory/</link>
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		<title>Barnstormers Take Down Crabs, 12-5</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Waldorf, MD -The Blue Crabs came into Tuesday night&#8217;s game against Lancaster with redemption on their minds after blowing a five-run lead in Monday&#8217;s series-opening loss at Regency Furniture Stadium. At the hands of Lancaster, it was déjà vu all over again for the Crabs as they blew a six-run lead.  Southern Maryland scored first [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/08/barnstormers-take-down-crabs-12-5/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Crush Bears, 11-5</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears were defeated by the Long Island Ducks 11-5 at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium in downtown Newark, NJ. Long Island started strong with eight runs in the first inning after a series of wild pitches and walked batters. They added another two runs in the second after a two [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/07/ducks-crush-bears-11-5/</link>
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		<title>Yan Dominates Pats Bats</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, CT &#8211; July 6, 2009) &#8211; Bridgeport Bluefish starter Esteban Yan had been cruising through Atlantic League hitters before stumbling against Newark and Camden in his last two starts.  Though tonight, Yan flashed his brilliance once again, holding the Somerset Patriots (42-26) to one run in Bridgeport&#8217;s (32-36) 4-1 victory at The Ballpark at [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/07/yan-dominates-pats-bats/</link>
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		<title>Barnstormers Beat Crabs in 13</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Waldorf, MD &#8211; After clinching the first-half title for the Liberty Division on their recent road trip to Newark and Somerset, the Blue Crabs returned back to the friendly confines of Regency Furniture Stadium on Monday night for the series opener against the Lancaster Barnstormers.  Southern Maryland jumped out to a 6-1 lead after the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/07/barnstormers-beat-crabs-in-13/</link>
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		<title>Crabs Clinch Liberty Division</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ &#8211; The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs defeated the Somerset Patriots 13-3 at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday afternoon to clinch the Liberty Division First Half Championship and playoff berth. Southern Maryland scored first in the top of the second inning after center fielder Jeremy Owens singled, designated hitter Jermy Acey singled, and catcher [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/05/crabs-clinch-liberty-division/</link>
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		<title>Ducks Knocked Out of Race</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, NY- A second-half surge will be the Ducks only opportunity to make a return postseason trip. Bridgeport&#8217;s Corey Lee dominated the Ducks, allowing just three hits in seven scoreless innings as the Ducks dropped a 7-0 decision in front of the largest crowd in Citibank Park history. Southern Maryland posted a win Saturday [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/05/ducks-knocked-out-of-race/</link>
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		<title>Sharks Beat Bears, 10-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; The Camden Riversharks defeated the Newark Bears this Independence Day by a final score of 10-6, in game three of their four game series. Riversharks&#8217; starter Ryan DiPietro (1-2) pitched 5 strong innings, scattering 6 hits, allowing 2 runs, while striking out 4, for his first win of the season. The loss [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/05/sharks-beat-bears-10-6/</link>
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		<title>Bears at Sharks 7/3/09</title>
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		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/04/bears-at-sharks-7309/</link>
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		<title>Record Crowd Sees Ducks and Bluefish</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Central Islip, N.Y. - A past-capacity crowd of 7,308 were on hand Friday night at 6,002 seat Citibank Park, as the Long Island Ducks took on the Bridgeport Bluefish. The attendance figure set a new single-game record for the Ducks, breaking the previous mark of 7,284, which had been established on July 4, 2008. The [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/04/record-crowd-sees-ducks-and-bluefish/</link>
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		<title>Record Crowd Sees Pats Down Crabs</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ &#8211; The Somerset Patriots defeated the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs 8-6 in front of an Atlantic League record crowd of 8,537 fans at TD Bank Ballpark on Friday evening. The Blue Crabs took an early lead in the top of the first inning after right fielder John Ramistella (8) hit a solo homerun [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/03/record-crowd-sees-pats-down-crabs/</link>
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		<title>Sharks Down Bears, 7-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; The Camden Riversharks defeated the Newark Bears tonight, by a final score of 7-6. The win was given to Camden pitcher Dewon Brazelton (3-4), who pitched 6 scoreless innings, allowing just 4 hits and striking out 3 batters. Newark&#8217;s Matt Melody (0-1) was charged with the loss, as he gave up 4 [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/03/sharks-down-bears-7-6/</link>
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		<title>Lopez Brings Smiles to Camp</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT- Luis Lopez stepped onto the dew christened field Wednesday morning with a bright smile that easily competed with the radiating sun at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard.  For the past three days, Lopez had tossed over 1,000 baseballs to kids ranging from the ages of 5-12 at this week&#8217;s Bridgeport Bluefish summer camp.  [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/03/lopes-brings-smiles-to-camp/</link>
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		<title>Hernandez Leads Ducks In Extras</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CENTRAL ISLIP, NY- Come the end of the season, Johnny Hernandez&#8217;s 11th inning RBI single that lead to a 4-3 win over Bridgeport Thursday night might be a footnote or a key victory that can determine a wild card berth. In the meantime, the Ducks will settle for a win after trailing 3-0 in the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/03/hernandez-leads-ducks-in-extras/</link>
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		<title>Sharks Take Care if Bears</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; The Camden Riversharks defeated the Newark Bears today, by a final score of 8-2. The win was given to Camden pitcher Tom Davey (7-2), who allowed 2 runs on 8 hits in 7 innings of work, while striking out a whopping 10 batters. Newark&#8217;s pitcher Shane Komine (2-3) was charged with a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/03/sharks-take-care-if-bears/</link>
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		<title>Crabs Defeat Fish 10-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgewater, NJ &#8211; The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs defeated the Somerset Patriots 10-6 in front of 5,182 fans at TD Bank Ballpark on Thursday evening. Blue Crabs right fielder John Ramistella and left fielder James Shanks each had two home runs in the game. Southern Maryland took a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/07/03/crabs-defeat-fish-10-6/</link>
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		<title>Plefka’s Passion for Baseball Pushes him Forward</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT-The quiet but eager 10-year-old boy raises his head towards the six-foot-eight-inch, 240 pound skyscraper.   The tall Bridgeport Bluefish reliever slowly bends over after gently introducing himself and hands the young boy a baseball in the visitor&#8217;s bullpen of the Ballpark at Harbor Yard.  With ball in hand, Ryan Mennitt steps to the mound [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/30/plefka%e2%80%99s-passion-for-baseball-pushes-him-forward/</link>
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		<title>Bridgeport’s Barrage Leads ‘Fish to Series Victory over Newark</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT- The Bridgeport Bluefish (26-34) finished off a high scoring and high hitting affair with the Newark Bears by winning the final game of a five game series 12-5 on Sunday.  Brandon Sing blasted a bases clearing double to deep center field at Bears and Eagles Riverfront Stadium in the top of the sixth [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/29/bridgeport%e2%80%99s-barrage-leads-%e2%80%98fish-to-series-victory-over-newark/</link>
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		<title>Weimer Closing out his Playing Days to coach at Utica College</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Bridgeport, CT&#8211;Tuesday night&#8217;s Atlantic League All-Star Game was a bittersweet moment for Bluefish relief pitcher Andy Weimer.  The righty made his first and, most likely, his last All-Star appearance of his professional baseball career pitching one scoreless inning in the Liberty Division&#8217;s 7-5 victory.  The sidearm closer from New Hartford, NY will be closing the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/26/weimer-closing-out-his-playing-days-to-coach-at-utica-college/</link>
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		<title>Revs Invite Rose and Olsen To Work Out</title>
		<description><![CDATA[York, PA -  The York Revolution has invited P.J. Rose, son of the all-time major league hits leader, Pete Rose, to work out with the club. He is expected to be activated in the coming days. &#8220;He&#8217;s a guy I think can help the ball club,&#8221; said Manager Chris Hoiles.  &#8220;He&#8217;s a proven hitter who can [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/26/revs-invite-rose-and-olsen-to-work-out/</link>
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		<title>Stormers Double Up Crabs, 10-5</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Waldorf, MD &#8211; The Blue Crabs returned from the All-Star Break and opened up a four-game series against the Barnstormers Thursday night. Joe Gannon got the start for Southern Maryland against Lancaster&#8217;s Eric Junge. Lancaster (28-28) stormed into the lead in the top of the first. Lloyd Turner hit a single to left field and [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/26/stormers-double-up-crabs-10-5/</link>
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		<title>Revs Hang On to Defeat Pats, 7-6</title>
		<description><![CDATA[YORK, PA- The York Revolution defeated the Somerset Patriots 7-6 at Sovereign Bank Stadium on Thursday evening. The Revolution broke a scoreless tie with a ten batter, three run bottom of the fourth inning to take a 6-0 lead. York loaded the bases after second baseman Keoni DeRenne was hit by a pitch, designated hitter [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/26/revs-hang-on-to-defeat-pats-7-6/</link>
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		<title>Sharks Shut Out Ducks, 6-0</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Camden, NJ &#8211; The Camden Riversharks defeated the Long Island Ducks today, by a final score of 6-0. Camden pitcher Josh Brey (1-2) picked up the win, as he pitched 5 scoreless innings, scattering 5 hits, and fanning 2 batters. The loss was charged to Long Island starter Randy Leek (2-6), who gave up 6 [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/26/sharks-shut-out-ducks-6-0/</link>
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		<title>Bears Get By Fish, 5-4</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; The Newark Bears defeated the Bridgeport Bluefish 5-4 at Bears &#38; Eagles Riverfront Stadium on Thursday night. Bridgeport&#8217;s Jesse Hoorelbeke hit a two run homer in the second inning, but the Bears overcame the early deficit off the bat of Charlton Jimmerson. Jimmerson&#8217;s two-run homer in the fifth secured the win for [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/26/bears-get-by-fish-5-4/</link>
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		<title>Bluefish Acquire Davenport From Ducks</title>
		<description><![CDATA[(Bridgeport, CT &#8211; June 24, 2009) &#8211; Bridgeport Bluefish team officials today announced that infielder Ron Davenport has been acquired from the Long Island Ducks for future considerations. Ron joins the Bluefish after appearing in 28 games this season with the Long Island Ducks. He has compiled a .219 batting average with 10 extra-base hits, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/24/bluefish-acquire-davenport-from-ducks/</link>
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		<title>Benitez Blows All-Star Game as Liberty Wins, 7-5</title>
		<description><![CDATA[NEWARK, NJ- Armando Benitez blew a comfortable lead during a showcase game. Sound familiar? Benitez wasn&#8217;t even wearing a Mets uniform this time. Instead, the Newark Bears closer failed to hold a two-run ninth inning lead in the Atlantic League&#8217;s All-Star game Tuesday night, giving up four runs on five hits as the Liberty Division [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/24/benitez-blows-all-star-game-as-liberty-wins-7-5/</link>
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		<title>2009 All-Star Game &#8211; Gallery 2</title>
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		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/24/2009-all-star-game-gallery-2/</link>
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		<title>2009 All-Star Game &#8211; Gallery 1</title>
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		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/24/2009-all-star-game-gallery-1/</link>
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		<title>Same Old Armando</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Newark, NJ &#8211; Every Met fan knew the look, the feel, and motions of this blown save. Heck, even Yankee fans had to suffer through this for a few weeks. And now, with Armando Benitez in the Atlantic League, things haven&#8217;t changed. The erstwhile major league closer came into Atlantic League All-Star Game in Newark [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.atlanticleagueindependent.com/2009/06/24/same-old-armando/</link>
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