Newark Bears center fielder Tim Raines Jr. Credit: Phil Hoops

The Newark Bears did battle with the Pittsfield Colonials (formerly the Nashua Pride franchise) on a beautiful Wednesday evening at Bears and Eagles Riverfront Stadium in Newark last week.

Casey Gaynor took the ball for the Bears, in only his second start of the season for the team. He gave up five runs in five innings of work. Patrick Moran took the mound for the opposing Colonials and similarly gave up five runs in 5.2 innings of work. The game was left in the hands of the bullpen. T.J. Hose held the Colonials off of the board for two innings before handing the ball over to reliever Chris Rollins, who gave up three runs en route to a 9-5 Bears loss.

Offensively, Eric McGee led the charge for the Bears, going 3-for-4 with an RBI. Brandon Young, Danny Santiesteban and Billy Alvino all had multi-hit games as well.

Below is a photo gallery from the game for you to enjoy in between your Fourth of July barbecue. To view the complete set of photos, check out the Flickr gallery here.

Newark Bears starting pitcher Casey Gaynor throws a pitch. Credit: Phil Hoops

Pittsfield Colonials starting pitcher Patrick Moran fires off a pitch. Credit: Phil Hoops

Newark Bears catcher Billy Alvino hands off his gear to the first base coach. Credit: Phil Hoops

Newark Bears first baseman and former Major Leaguer Daryle Ward gets ready to field his position. Credit: Phil Hoops

Newark Bears right fielder Danny Santiesteban swings. Credit: Phil Hoops

Newark Bears third baseman Ryan Walsh. Credit: Phil Hoops