Hawgs Hanging in Second

The third week of the IFL season began with Hags Hawgs clinging to the number two spot in the standings.

Player(s) of the Week

• Josh Hamilton hit three home runs , drove in seven, and was on base at a .421 clip. As a result, OF Kevin Mench has lost his playing time. The Hawgs may look to shop Mench if Hamilton continues his solid play.
• Closers David Weathers, Solomon Torres and Flash Gordon combined for six saves during the week, despite surrenduring a few too many hits and walks. With Weathers and Torres proving their worth, Gordon is reportedly on the trading blocks.

Injury Update
The Hawgs suffered their first casulaty to the DL, losing catcher Josh Bard to a groin injury. Bard is expected to return later this month.

Of Special Note

• Morgan Ensberg led the team with a .526 OBP. Ensberg has started the season slowly.
• 2B Ryan Theriot has made a case for more playing time , swiping two bags and hitting .500.
• Starting pitcher Brad Penny has started the season 3-0 with a respectable 1.23 whip, but has fanned only six batters in 20.1 innings.