Muckdogs in the MLB Playoffs

Seven previous players from the Batavia roster have worked their way up the ranks and have taken part in the Major League playoffs this season.

Nick Punto was a big part of the Twins team, even though they were swept by the Yanks in the ALDS. He batted .444 with an on-base percentage of .583. However, he may be best remembered in the series for being picked off when rounding too far off third in the 8th inning when Minnesota was down by just a run.

Randy Wolf, however, will play on. Wolf got the game one start for the Dodgers and gave up six runs on two hits and five walks with two strikeouts. He lasted 3.2 innings with no decision in the game.

Since they were the previous parent-team of the Muckdogs, the Philadelphia Phillies have five former Muckdogs on their postseason roster. Ryan Madson earned himself the save in game three, working 2.2 innings of relief with four strikeouts. All-Star Chase Utley finished up the NLDS with a batting average of .429 and slugging percentage at .643. He had one RBI on a solo homerun. Fellow All-Star Ryan Howard did his part with six RBI and three doubles. Starter J.A. Happ got roughed up in game 3 before teammate Madson bailed him out. Happ went three innings with six hits and three runs. Lastly, 2004-2005 Muckdog Kyle Kendrick was a last edition to the Phillies’ postseason roster. He has yet to hit the mound.

Make sure to keep supporting the Batavia Muckdogs and all other minor league teams to enjoy watching these young players grow into Major League All-Stars.