The Saltdogs finished exhibition play with a 4-1 record, and have their 23-man roster set for Thursday night’s season opener in Wichita.
Lincoln Saltdogs 2016 Opening Day Roster:
Pitchers- Matt Brazis; Lindsey Caughel; Freddy Flores (Disabled list); Matt Larkins; Shairon Martis (Opening Day Starter); Jeff McKenzie; Brad Orosey; Ryan O’Sullivan; Bennett Parry; Evan Reed; Matt Shepherd; Zac Westcott; Randy Zeigler
Catchers- Luis Alen; Ryan Wiggins
Infielders- Christian Ibarra; Pat Kelly; Rene Leveret; Pat McKenna; Curt Smith
Outfielders- Alexi Colon; Austin Darby (Inactive list); Chase Harris; Brandon Jacobs; Jon Smith
EXHIBITION RESULTS:
May 16 – Saltdogs 7, Gary 3 (Gary, Ind.)
May 15 – Saltdogs 8, Sioux City 3 (Vermillion, S.D.)
May 14 – Sioux City 4, Saltdogs 3 (Kingsley, Iowa)
May 12 – Saltdogs 6, Sioux City 2 (Seward, Neb.)
May 10 – Saltdogs 2, Kansas City 0 (Haymarket Park)
The Saltdogs begin the 2016 season May 19 at Wichita. Radio coverage begins at 6:35 p.m. on KFOR FM 103.3/1240 AM. The home opener at Haymarket Park is set for May 27 against Winnipeg with a fireworks show after the game. Be sure to follow the Saltdogs on twitter and Instagram @saltdogsball.