Colvin Shuts-Out Manatees

Brody Colvin was one out shy of pitching a complete game shut-out on Wednesday (Aug. 31) defeating the Brevard County Manatees 2-0.

The 21 year old right-hander limited the Manatees to just six hits while striking-out five, picking up his third win of the season in 22 appearances.

A run scoring single by second baseman Cesar Hernandez in the fourth inning was all the scoring the Threshers needed for the game one victory.

The Threshers managed only two hits in losing the night-cap 4-2.

A noticeable absentee in Brevard County was All Star catcher Sebastian Valle who has not played since grounding out on Sunday evening.

On Deck: The Florida State League could not have written the script any better, scheduling rivals Clearwater and Dunedin on the final weekend of the season, with a playoff spot on the line.

The four game series kicks off Thursday in Dunedin, first pitch is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Games two and three will also be played at Florida Auto Exchange Stadium, 373 Douglas Ave before the two teams shift to in Clearwater on Sunday.

Need to Know: The Philadelphia Phillies announced that the Threshers Darin Ruf has been selected to play in the prestigious Arizona Fall League.

The Threshers first baseman is a serious contender for the FSL player of the year.