Indians Outshined by Emeralds in 8-5 Loss
Spokane, Washington - The Indians (32-27) let a golden opportunity slip through their fingers on Thursday night at Avista Stadium. Leading 5-1 through six innings with a chance to gain ground on Vancouver in the NWL standings, Spokane pitchers coughed up six runs in the seventh inning as the Emeralds
Spokane, Washington - The Indians (32-27) let a golden opportunity slip through their fingers on Thursday night at Avista Stadium. Leading 5-1 through six innings with a chance to gain ground on Vancouver in the NWL standings, Spokane pitchers coughed up six runs in the seventh inning as the Emeralds (30-30) emerged triumphant, 8-5, in front of 2,564 fans at the ballpark for Pride Night.
TOP PERFORMERS
Benny Montgomery reached base four times on three singles and a walk while also adding a highlight-reel diving catch in center field.
He's a Yanqee Doodle Dandy! Yanquiel Fernandez hit his league-leading 17th home run in the third inning and ended the night 2-for-5 to raise his average to .332 and OPS to an even 1.000.
Adael Amador had a pair of base knocks while Sterlin Thompson, Zach Kokoska, Juan Guerrero, and Ben Sems all recorded hits in the loss.
AROUND THE NORTHWEST LEAGUE
The Hops (24-36) doubled up the Canadians (33-26) by a final of 4-2 in Vancouver.
Everett (29-31) topped Tri-City (31-29) by a score of 4-3.
NEXT HOME GAME: Friday, June 15th vs. Eugene Emeralds (7:05 p.m. first pitch)
Eugene RHP Eric Silva (1-3, 4.61) vs Spokane RHP Jaden Hill (4-1, 4.18)
Promotion – Educator Appreciation & Fireworks presented by STCU: Join STCU and the Spokane Indians as we celebrate all the amazing school teachers, administrators, and employees in the Spokane area. Stick around after the game for a spectacular fireworks show
ABOUT THE SPOKANE INDIANS
The Spokane Indians are the High-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies located in Spokane, Washington, and were named 2021 MiLB Organization of the Year. Avista Stadium is home to the MultiCare Kids Bench Seat. Parking at all Spokane Indians games is FREE. The Spokane Indians Office and Team Store hours are 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Monday through Thursday and 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Fridays. On game days, the Office and Team Store are open from 10:00 AM through the end of the game.