August 14, 2009 - California League (CalL) San Jose Giants Bakersfield's Joey Butler delivered a go-ahead RBI single in the bottom of the seventh inning and the Blaze completed a sweep of the San Jose Giants with a 2-1 victory on Thursday evening at Sam Lynn Ballpark. Starting pitcher Ryan Tatusko worked 7 2/3 effective innings with just one run allowed to earn the win as the Giants suffered their second consecutive one-run loss in the series. The defeat drops San Jose's second half record to 32-15. Tatusko (5-6) limited the Giants to six hits with two walks and three strikeouts during his stint on the mound. Tatusko induced 16 ground ball outs, including three double plays to end innings. Justin Miller was credited with his first save after picking-up the last four outs and not allowing a run. With the score tied 1-1, David... [read full story]
