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Bulls Win Triple-A Title, Ready for Final Homestand of 2021 Season

21/09/2021

Bulls Clinch Triple-A National Title With 9-5 Win Durham clinches 3rd Triple-A National Championship

Rene Pinto

Bulls designated hitter Rene Pinto smashed three hits and drove in four runs, while second baseman Esteban Quiroz and catcher David Freitas both homered as Durham clinched the regular season Triple-A National Championship title with a 9-5 win over the Charlotte Knights on Saturday evening at Truist Field.

The win guarantees the Bulls the best overall regular season record among all 30 Triple-A teams, marking the third time in the franchises history they have earned the Triple-A National Championship. Durhams previous two league titles came in 2009 and 2017. The Bulls clinched the Triple-A East regular season title with a win on Thursday evening after clinching their 15th division crown in 23 seasons at the Triple-A level on Tuesday.

After the Knights jumped ahead with a three-run first frame, Pinto lined a two-run single in the third to narrow the deficit to one. Charlotte would plate a single tally in the fourth prior to Quirozs go-ahead three-run homer to right in the sixth, pushing the Bulls ahead 5-4.Freitas would then leave the yard with a two-run shot one inning later before Pinto laced another two-run single in the eighth to make it 9-4. The Knights then made it a four-run contest with another single score in the last of the eighth.

Pinto (3-5, 4 RBI) and RF Josh Lowe (3-5, R) each posted a game-high three hits, with CF Garrett Whitley (2-4, 2 R, 2B, BB) adding a multi-hit effort of his own. Durham starting pitcher Brent Honeywell Jr. (6.0 IP, 8 H, 4 R, 4 ER, 0 BB, 5 K) earned the win, while Charlotte reliever Matt Foster (1.0 IP, 3 H, 3 R, 3 ER, BB, K) suffered the defeat.

The two teams are set to complete their regular seasons on Sunday evening, with first pitch scheduled for 6:05pm. Durhams starter has not yet been announced, while RHP Alex McRae is anticipated to get the nod for the Knights.

The Bulls return to Durham for their final homestand of the 2021 campaign on Wednesday, September 22 to start a five-game set versus the Gwinnett Stripers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. First pitch of the series opener is set for 6:35pm. Tickets for that game, as well as all remaining Bulls home games are available and can be purchased at DurhamBulls.com.

Bark in the Park, Afforda-Bull Eats, Mini Bat Giveaways, Two Fireworks Shows and Fan Appreciation Highlight Final Bulls Homestand of 2021 Final Five presented by Fifth Third Bank begins on Wednesday, September 22

The Triple-A National Champion Durham Bulls return to Durham Bulls Athletic Park for their final homestand of the 2021 season on Wednesday, September 22 to start a five-game series versus the Gwinnett Stripers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. The Final Five presented by Fifth Third Bank features Bark in the Park with Afforda-BULL Eats (September 23), two post-game fireworks shows (September 24-25), two mini bat giveaways (September 24-25) and Fan Appreciation Day with Nine Innings of Winnings (September 26), featuring giveaways during each inning of Sunday afternoons game.

Wednesday, September 22 vs Gwinnett Stripers (6:35pm) presented by Fifth Third Bank

Final Five presented by Fifth Third Bank: The Bulls begin their final homestand of the season, a five-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves.***UPDATE: Wednesday evenings scheduled contest between the Durham Bulls and Gwinnett Stripers has been postponed due to inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Thursday evening beginning at 5:35pm. Gates will open at 5:00pm. Find out more HERE.

Thursday, September 23 vs Gwinnett Stripers (6:35pm) presented by Fifth Third Bank

Bark in the Park presented by Sit Means Sit Apex & Titos Vodka: Dogs are welcome to join their owners in Outfield Reserve seating or the Outfield Lawn. Dog owners must purchase a separate ticket for their canines, which includes a donation to our friends at Second Chance Pet Adoptions. For more information on Bark in the Park Nights, please click here: https://www.milb.com/durham/tickets/bark-in-the-park

Ripken the Bat Dog presented by Sit Means Sit Apex: Ripken the Bat Dog is scheduled to fetch bats for the Bulls for the first several innings.

Afforda-BULL Eats: Afforda-BULL Eats returns to the DBAP, with a value menu that includes $2 hot dogs, $2 peanuts, $2 popcorn, $3 souvenir soda and more!

Beats, Brews & Baseball: Oxente Brazilian Drums will be performing outside the Blue Cross NC front gates from 5:30 p.m. until just before first pitch.

Friday, September 24 vs Gwinnett Stripers (6:35pm) presented by Fifth Third Bank

Mini Bat Giveaway (1st 530 fans) presented by Fifth Third Bank: The first 530 fans to enter the main gate at Durham Bulls Athletic Park will receive a Durham Bulls Mini Bat courtesy of Fifth Third Bank. Gates open at 5:30pm.

Ripken the Bat Dog presented by Sit Means Sit Apex: Ripken the Bat Dog is scheduled to fetch bats for the Bulls for the first several innings.

NCCU Night: On the eve of the annual Aggie Eagle Classic, come show your Eagle pride with us as we celebrate the North Carolina Central University.

Friday Night Fireworks presented by Biomerieux: The skies will ignite with a post-game fireworks show at the DBAP courtesy of Biomerieux.

Saturday, September 25 vs Gwinnett Stripers (6:35pm) presented by Fifth Third Bank

Mini Bat Giveaway (1st 530 fans) presented by Fifth Third Bank: The first 530 fans to enter the main gate at Durham Bulls Athletic Park will receive a Durham Bulls Mini Bat courtesy of Fifth Third Bank. Gates open at 5:30pm.

Jonathan Stewart Appearance presented by Fifth Third Bank: Longtime Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart is scheduled to be on hand signing autographs from 5:30pm until 6:30pm in t
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