The Baltimore BayDogs took another step in their rebuilding program by finishing season #9 with a record of 80 wins and 82 losses. Playing at over .500 for most of the season, the BayDogs stumbled at the end but were still pleased to reach 80 victories. Though this represents the most wins of their nine year existence, the players and management know there is a lot of work remaining if they want to join the elite teams of Hunter.
Once again, the lineup was anchored by Rich Peters who had another stellar year, with 51 homers, 135 runs batted in and a very solid .286 batting average. The BayDogs exhibited some base running prowess for the first time with Rich Peterson (3b) swiping 60 bases and Jake Brock (LF) accounting for 51 more. The starting pitching, while improving, still has a way to go before the Dogs can compete with the powerhouse New York Metropolitans in the NL East. Harry Guevara, in his first season with Baltimore, led the staff with 11 wins. Former starter Glenn Patterson had a great year as the primary set-up man out of the bullpen with an 8-4 record and very respectable 2.82 ERA. James Sinclair continued to emerge as one of the league's dominant closers, with 30 saves and a 2.97 ERA.
The BayDogs are looking forward to season #10 and hope to build on the progress exhibited in season 9. Stay tuned for a look at the new BayDog season, coming soon!
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