Eric Nelson starts with a dud, ends with a gem for Sandburg

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Nelson allowed the first five batters of the game to reach base via three walks, a single and home run.

He had a 3-and-2 count on Andrew’s No. 6 hitter, Joe Oswald, and Eagles coach Jim Morsovillo had the bullpen ready.

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