Bird Dawgs Limited to Two Hits in Shutout Loss
WASHINGTON, Pa. (August 29, 2025) – The Down East Bird Dawgs were limited to just two hits Friday night as the Washington Wild Things claimed a 6-0 victory in the series opener at EQT Park.
The Bird Dawgs picked up their first hit in the second inning when Christian Adams lined a single into right field.
Washington broke through in the fourth, scoring four runs on three hits to take a 4-0 lead. The Wild Things added another in the sixth on an RBI single from Three Hillier, then capped the scoring in the eighth when Pavin Parks smacked a double to bring home their final run.
Down East’s second and final hit came in the eighth as Tyler Blaum drilled a ball to left field but was left stranded.
Spencer Johnston (9-7) took the loss, allowing five runs on seven hits while striking out six across six innings.
Jordan DiValerio (10-4) earned the win, delivering seven scoreless innings while giving up one hit and striking out 9.
The Bird Dawgs drop to 36-57 and will take on the Wild Things for game two of the series on Saturday, August 30, with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m.
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About the Down East Bird Dawgs
The Down East Bird Dawgs are a professional baseball team in the Frontier League, an MLB Partner League. The team began their inaugural season in May 2025 at Historic Grainger Stadium, in Kinston, NC. The team is continuing baseball traditions in the Kinston community with competitive play, captivating promotions, and top-notch community involvement & events.
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