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2000 Hits for Rivera Friday, August 6th , 2055 He made it! Tim Rivera got hit #2000! The Aviators third baseman got his milestone hit at Lowe's Field at Bojangles' Stadium against Kentucky. But it wasn't enough to bring home the victory. North Carolina was beaten by the Lions 11-5. Rivera's reaction to his accomplishment was nonchalant. He doffed his batting helmet to acknowledge the fans, who were chanting his name. His manager said, "Tim doesn't pay any attention to individual statistics, the only thing he cares about is winning. He will be more concerned that we lost the game." Rivera finished the game with 1 hit in 4 at-bats. Rivera is hitting at a .281 rate over his 1841-game career. Lifetime he has 435 doubles, 31 triples and 264 home runs with 927 RBIs and 932 runs scored. View Boxscore View Game Log Watch Highlights |
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