RedHawks Infielder Peter Maris is the American Association Pointstreak Batter of the Week

     Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks infielder Peter Maris has earned the American Association Pointstreak Batter of the Week for the week of August 1.

     Maris led the American Association with a .560 batting average throughout the week. He also hit three home runs and drove in a league-high 11 RBIs. His week was highlighted by a 3-for-4 explosion vs Sioux City on Thursday that included a grand slam and 6 RBI.

     So far this season, Maris has a .271 batting average with 14 home runs and 41 RBI.

     The RedHawks are visiting the Lincoln Saltdogs for a 3-game series beginning Tuesday with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m.