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Reno's Bullpen Holds Down the River Cats Offense in 5-1 Victory

May 4, 2025

Reno Aces (18-14) 5, Sacramento River Cats (15-17) 1 W: C. Gomez (1-0) L: C. Seymour (1-3) First pitch: 6:38 p.m. PST | Attendance: 11,611 | Time: 2:24 Sacramento, California – Sutter Health Park Click Here for Video Highlights Next time out: @ Sacramento, 5/4/25 at 1:05 p.m. PST (RNO)

Reno Aces (18-14) 5, Sacramento River Cats (15-17) 1

W: C. Gomez (1-0) L: C. Seymour (1-3)

First pitch: 6:38 p.m. PST | Attendance: 11,611 | Time: 2:24

Sacramento, California – Sutter Health Park

Click Here for Video Highlights

Next time out: @ Sacramento, 5/4/25 at 1:05 p.m. PST

(RNO) TBD vs (SAC) RHP Mason Black (0-2, 5.06 ERA)

Sacramento, Calif. – In what turned into an unexpected bullpen day following Tommy Henry’s late scratch, the Reno Aces (18–14) tossed a gem on the mound, shutting down the Sacramento River Cats (15–17), the Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, in a 5–1 victory on Saturday night at Sutter Health Park. With the win, the Aces clinched a series victory.

John Curtiss, Cesar Gomez, Christian Montes De Oca, Jeff Brigham, and Drey Jameson combined for a dominant night on the bump, limiting the River Cats to one unearned run on just four hits. The ‘pen was lights out, striking out a combined 12 batters without issuing a single walk. Reno’s relievers have been arguably the best in the Pacific Coast League this season as they lead the league with a 3.29 ERA while striking out 167 batters (2nd in PCL) and allowing just 48 walks.

A.J. Vukovich stayed red-hot at the plate, launching his seventh home run off Carson Seymour in the fourth inning. The outfielder is in the zone, going 11-for-31 (.355) with four home runs and 14 RBI over his last eight games.

Jorge Barrosa returned to the Aces’ lineup after a quick five-game stint with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The flashy switch-hitter made an immediate impact, putting Reno on the board with a two-RBI double in the fourth. Barrosa has swung it well this season, slashing .290/.355/.490 with 11 doubles, three home runs, and 18 RBI in 22 games.

Jake McCarthy continued to tear the cover off the ball, going 2-for-4 with an RBI triple. The 27-year-old has made a statement since being optioned to Reno, hitting .429/.510/.667 with six doubles and three RBI.

The Aces will carry this momentum into Sunday’s series finale against the River Cats, with the first pitch scheduled for 1:05 p.m. PST.

Notable Aces:

Aces Bullpen Day: 9.0 IP, 1 R/0 ER, 0 BB, 12 K

A.J. Vukovich: 1-for-4, 1 HR, 1 RBI

Jorge Barrosa: 1-for-5, 1 2B, 2 RBI

Jake McCarthy: 2-for-4, 1 3B, 1 RBI

Trey Mancini: 1-for-2, 1 2B, 1 RBI, 2 BB

Single-game tickets are sold at RenoAces.com, the Greater Nevada Field Ticket Office, or by texting “TIXX” to 21003. Season Memberships are available via RenoAces.com, texting “MEMBER” to 21003, or calling (775) 334-7000.

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