66ers Outhit Giants, but Fall 4-2

San Jose, CA -Despite doubling up the San Jose Giants (71-54, 28-27) in the hit column, the Inland Empire 66ers (63-62, 26-29) were doubled up in the runs column and fell 4-2 Saturday night at Municipal Stadium.

Michael Snyder did his best to give the 66ers every advantage early, registering two-out RBI singles in both the 1^st and 3^rd to give Inland Empire one run advantages. But the Giants were able to equalize in the bottom half of each of those innings, and took the lead on an RBI single by Ricky Oropesa in the 3^rd. The Giants extended their lead to two in the 7^th on Chris Lofton's fourth HR of the season.

On the mound Orangel Arenas was strong , holding a quality start until allowing the home run in the 7^th, and the bullpen was brilliant. Eric Cendejas struck out the only batter he was asked to face in the 7^th, and Daniel Tillman pitching for the second straight night, delivered a 1-2-3 8^th including two strikeouts. Tillman has now retired six straight Giants on the series.

Inland Empire will try to salvage a game in San Jose Sunday, with a 5:00 PM game which can be heard on AM 1050 KCAA. The 66ers final home stand of the 2013 season begins Tuesday, August 20^th, and includes a Fireworks extravaganza on Friday, August 23^rd. For more information on 66ers tickets or to schedule your next fun filled group outing, contact the 66ers front office at (909)888-9922.