Indians Explode for 15 Runs in Win over Hops
Spokane put up a six-spot in the fourth and continued to pile on from there as they thumped the Hops, 15-8, in front of 5,743 fans at Avista Stadium for Rosauers Family Feast Night presented by Rosauers Supermarkets, KAYU Fox 28, & 92.9 ZZU. The win moved the Indians (28-28)
Spokane put up a six-spot in the fourth and continued to pile on from there as they thumped the Hops, 15-8, in front of 5,743 fans at Avista Stadium for Rosauers Family Feast Night presented by Rosauers Supermarkets, KAYU Fox 28, & 92.9 ZZU. The win moved the Indians (28-28) within two games of Hillsboro (30-26) for the top spot in the Northwest League with 10 games remaining in the circuit's first half.
TOP PERFORMERS
Jared Thomas continues to be an elite table-setter atop the lineup for Spokane. The 21-year-old Texan reached base three times, doubled twice, drove in a pair of runs, scored three times, and added his 19th stolen base of the season. Thomas continues to pace the NWL in batting (.330), hits (72), and runs (49) while also ranking among the top three in OBP (.436), OPS (.922), total bases (106), and stolen bases (19).
Aidan Longwell provided the big blow in Spokane's fourth-inning eruption—a three-run blast off the foul pole in right field. The home run was Longwell's eighth of the season, tying him for the team lead with Braylen Wimmer, while his 37 RBI rank second in the NWL behind Lazaro Montes.
Braylen Wimmer added his eighth home run of the season, a three-run opposite-field shot in the bottom of the seventh, while Andy Perez and Skyler Messinger both had a pair of hits in the win.
JERSEY WATCH: Primary (11-9), Redband (4-3), Operation Fly Together (1-4), Cafecitos (0-1), King Carl (1-0), Star Wars (0-0), Grays (11-11), Oat Milkers (0-0)
NEXT HOME GAME: Sunday, June 8th vs. Hillsboro – 1:05 p.m. (Gates Open – 12:00 p.m.)
Hillsboro RHP Yordin Chalas (0-3, 5.46) vs. Spokane LHP Konner Eaton (3-3, 3.70)
Promotion – Ballpark Bugs 'N Stadium Snakes Day Game presented by BNSF Railways: Bugs, Snakes, Baseball - OH MY! We're bringing back the Ballpark Bugs & Stadium Snakes game at Avista Stadium. Bugs 'N Snakes Spokane will be on site to show off their reptile friends. Plus, stick around after the game for Pizza Factory Catch on the Field!
ABOUT THE SPOKANE INDIANS
The Spokane Indians are the High-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies located in Spokane Valley, Wash., and play at Avista Stadium home of the MultiCare Kids Bench Seat and Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs Military & Veteran Ticket. Parking at all Spokane Indians games is FREE. The Spokane Indians Office and Team Store hours are 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday and 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on Fridays. On game days, the Office and Team Store are open from 10:00 a.m. through the end of the game.
Hunter Goodman Named National League All-Star
Major League Baseball announced the full All-Star rosters for the American League and National League this afternoon, with former Spokane Indians player Hunter Goodman earning his first trip to the Midsummer Classic. A fifth round pick by the Colorado Rockies out of the University of Memphis in 2021, Goodman appeared
Emeralds Outlast Indians in Series Finale, 11-10
Down to their last strike, Eugene got a two-run homer from Quinn McDaniel as the Emeralds stunned the Indians, 11-10, in front of 2,839 fans at Avista Stadium for the In My Baseball Era & Friendship Bracelet Giveaway Day Game presented by Great Clips. The loss dropped Spokane to 12-9
Emeralds Double Up Error-Prone Indians, 6-3
Eugene struck for three runs in the top of the eighth to break open a tie ballgame as the defeated the Indians, 6-3, in front of 5,923 fans at Avista Stadium for Storybook Princess & Fireworks Night presented by Your Local Toyota Dealers & K102 Country. TOP PERFORMERS Aidan Longwell
Spokane's Magic Runs Out in 8-4 Loss to Emeralds
Eugene struck for four runs in the top of the ninth to break open a tie game as they doubled up the Indians, 8-4, in front of 6,009 fans at Avista Stadium for Harry Potter™ & Mug Giveaway Fireworks Night presented by Bulldog Rooter, KXLY 4 News Now, & Like
Tucker's Big Night Leads Indians Past Ems, 7-4
Tevin Tucker enjoyed his best night of the season with three hits, three RBI, and two stolen bases as the Indians topped the Emeralds, 7-4, in front of 3,182 fans at Avista Stadium for $100 Strikeout Night presented Budweiser, KREM 2, & 94.1 The Bear. Spokane improved to 12-6 in
Indians Rally for Thrilling 5-4 Walk-Off Win
EJ Andrews Jr. drove in the game-winning run with a bases-loaded walk in the bottom of the ninth as the Indians stunned the Emeralds, 5-4, in front of 6,089 fans at Avista Stadium for Rosauers Family Feast Night presented by Rosauers Supermarkets, KAYU Fox 28, & 92.9 ZZU. The Indians
Welinton Herrera Named to All-Star Futures Game
One of the top southpaws in Minor League Baseball is getting an opportunity to shine on the game's biggest stage. Major League Baseball announced today the addition of three new players for the 26th annual All-Star Futures Game in Atlanta, with southpaw Welinton Herrera joining Charlie Condon as a representative
Indians Come Up Just Short in 5-4 Loss to Ems
Spokane mounted a furious rally in the ninth inning—scoring four times and getting the tying run to third with just one out—but came up 90 feet short as they fell to the Emeralds, 5-4, in front of 3,092 fans at Avista Stadium for Christmas in July Night presented by Wake
Bugiman Haunts Dust Devils in Spokane's 7-6 Win
Jesus Bugarin drove in pinch runner Tevin Tucker with a bloop single in the bottom of the eighth as the Indians hung on to defeat a scrappy Tri-City squad, 7-6, in front of 2,731 fans at a Avista Stadium for OTTO the Mascot's Birthday & Kid's Day presented by Pizza
Charlie Condon Selected for All-Star Futures Game
Spokane's top slugger is taking his big bat back home to the Peach State. Major League Baseball announced today the rosters for the 26th annual All-Star Futures Game in Atlanta, with Indians first baseman/outfielder Charlie Condon selected to represent the Colorado Rockies on the National League squad. "I'm excited for
Offense Goes Extinct on Jurassic Ballpark Night
Tri-City's Ryan Johnson turned in one of the best outings in the minor leagues this season as the Dust Devils shut out the Indians, 2-0, in front of 5,323 fans at Avista Stadium for Jurassic Ballpark & Fireworks Night presented by Zerorez of Spokane and Big 99.9 Coyote Country. TOP
Ron Cey Book Signing at Avista Stadium on July 5th
It might be Jurassic Ballpark & Fireworks Night at Avista Stadium on Saturday, July 5th, but the biggest attraction that evening is likely to be a "Penguin". Six-time All-Star and 1981 World Series champion Ron Cey, who suited up for the Spokane Indians in 1971, will be signing copies of
Sellout Crowd at Avista Stadium for 4th of July
Trailing by one in the bottom of the ninth, Braylen Wimmer stepped to the plate against Tri-City closer Najer Victor with two on and two out. Spokane's right fielder already had two hits and an RBI on the night, and looked poised to send a sellout crowd into a frenzy.
Aidan Longwell Named NWL Player of the Month
Minor League Baseball™ (MiLB™) today announced the Player and Pitcher of the Month Award winners for June in Major League Baseball’s player development system, with Spokane Indians first baseman Aidan Longwell taking home Northwest League Player of the Month honors. Longwell batted .375/.429/.636 and led the league in average (.375),
Indians Hop Past AquaSox, 10-2, in Series Finale
Stu Flesland III tossed three hitless innings in a spot start and Spokane got two-run doubles from Andy Perez, Cole Messina, and Aidan Longwell as they topped the AquaSox, 10-2, in front of 3,431 fans at Avista Stadium for the Native Culture Day Game presented by Spokane Tribe of Indians.
AquaSox Strike Back in 3-2 Extra-Inning Win
Lebarron Johnson Jr. turned in a masterful performance on the mound, but the Indians stumbled in extra innings as they fell to the AquaSox, 3-2, in front of 5,914 fans at Avista Stadium for Star Wars & Fireworks Night presented by Your Local Toyota Dealers, Hot 96.9, & Nspire Magazine.
Thomas Drills Walk-Off Home Run in 5-3 Win
The Spokane Indians are determined to make the most of their second chance. After losing the final nine games of the first half to fall out of playoff contention, the Indians now sport a perfect 1-0 record in the second half thanks to a walk-off two-run homer from Jared Thomas
He is Kenough: A Tribute to the "Other" Brett Brother
Indians fans are familiar with the Hall of Fame career put together by George Brett, and Bobby Brett is well known throughout Spokane for his work with the Chiefs and Indians, but what many people might not realize is just how good of a ballplayer their brother was during his
AquaSox Outslug Indians in 8-3 Win
On King Carl Night at the ballpark, it was only fitting that the AquaSox and Indians exchanged haymakers at the plate. The two teams combined for six home runs—four from Everett and two from Spokane(—)=as the visitors landed the knockout blow, 8-3, in front of 3,107 fans at Avista Stadium.
Top 10 Spokane Indians Postseason Performers
There are a handful of special players that shine the brightest in October, when the stakes are highest and the pressure is unyielding. From clutch hits and epic home runs to legendary pitching performances, these former Spokane Indians embraced the spotlight, delivering unforgettable moments that etched their names into baseball
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Indians Come Up Short in 9-3 Loss to AquaSox
Everett took an early lead and then pulled away with a four-run fifth inning as they thumped the Indians, 9-3, in front of 3,282 fans at Avista Stadium for Pink Goes Good with Green Night + Pride Celebration. TOP PERFORMERS Andy Perez led the way offensively for Spokane with three
Indians Drop Series Opener to AquaSox, 5-1
Everett got five strong innings from Marcelo Perez and three extra-base hits from top prospect Colt Emerson as they cruised to a 5-1 win over Spokane in front of 4,813 fans at Avista Stadium for Baseball Hat Giveaway Night presented by Pepsi and The Inlander. TOP PERFORMERS Aidan Longwell drove
Homestand Preview: June 17-22 vs. Everett
Tuesday, June 17th - Baseball Hat Giveaway Night presented by Pepsi and The Inlander Arrive early for this one! The first 1,000 fans and all STCU Gold Glove Members in attendance will receive a FREE Spokane Indians Baseball Cap featuring the 2024 Northwest League Champions logo courtesy of Pepsi and
Indians Stun Hops, 9-8, On Walk-Off Balk in 9th
The Indians rallied for three runs in the bottom of the ninth—including a walk-off balk—as they stunned the Hops, 9-8, in front of 2,842 fans at Avista Stadium for Ballpark Bugs 'N Stadium Snakes Day Game presented by BNSF Railways. The win moved the Indians (29-28) within one game of