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Article: Crocs steal a victory from Alley cats

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July 24, 2000
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Cape Fear stole bases and a victory Sunday against the Charleston Alley Cats at Watt Powell Park Sunday. The Crocs (11-20) stole six bases on the afternoon to help propel them to a 5-3 win over the Alley Cats. Four of the steals came off starter Carlos Pichardo.

"What hurt us most was not being able to stop their running game," said Alley Cats manager Joe Szekely. "That hurts because singles turn into doubles. It puts more pressure on your pitchers and defense."

Catcher James McAuley was able to gun down two baserunners on steal attempts at second. Also, right fielder Donny Ross and third baseman Wilkins Mercado got two runners out at the plate to keep the Cats (14-17) ...

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