Friday July 25 4:15 am

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Gary SouthShore RailCats Add Pitcher Gerald Plexico

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The 28 year-old pitched last season with Harrisburg, the Nationals Double-A affiliate, going 2-5 with a 4.05 earned run average in 43 appearances. He also has a career record of 20-17 with a 3.30 ERA; mostly being used as a reliever.

The 6-4 southpaw, who is a Chapin, S.C. resident, played his college baseball Winthrop University in South Carolina.

The RailCats first team workout will fall on May 1st with opening day May 15th against the Joliet JackHammers at 7 p.m. Call (219) 882-2255 for ticket information.