Indians Roll to 11-2 Win in Opening Game of Second Half

Spokane, Washington - Tabula rasa. New beginning. Fresh start. Whatever you want to call it, the Indians looked like a totally different squad in the opening game of the Northwest League's second half. Spokane's lineup combined for seven extra-base hits and the pitching staff allowed just one earned run as the Indians (1-0, 34-32 overall) cruised to an 11-2 win over the Dust Devils (0-1, 34-33) in front of 5,473 fans at Avista Stadium for Fireworks Night & Sandy Williams Pre-Game Celebration of Life.

TOP PEFORMERS

We're cuckoo for Koko pops! Zach Kokoska reached base four times and finished a double short of the cycle to continue his season-long assault on NWL pitching. The 24-year-old continues to pace the circuit in average (.333), OBP (.436), SLG (.646), and OPS (1.082) while also ranking among the top five in home runs (14), RBI (43), doubles (15), and total bases (122).

Jordan Beck regained the NWL lead in home runs with his 18th big fly of the season—a solo shot in the third inning off Tri-City starter Michael Darrell Hicks. The former Tennessee Volunteer finished 2-for-2 with a double, home run, two walks, three runs, and two RBI.

Right-hander Jaden Hill allowed just one earned run over four innings while Evan Shawver (1-2), Juan Mejia, and Tyler Ahearn combined to hold Tri-City scoreless over the game's final five frames.

Nic Kent (2-4, 2 2B, 2 RBI) and Braiden Ward (2-for-5, 2 R) both had a pair of base hits in the win.

NEXT HOME GAME: Saturday, June 24th vs. Tri-City Dust Devils (5:09 p.m. first pitch)

Tri-City RHP Bryce Osmond (1-6, 5.00) vs Spokane RHP Victor Juarez (4-3, 6.28)

Promotion – Storybook Princess Night presented by presented by Holliday Heating + Cooling + Electric: Avista Stadium transforms into a magical land full of princesses from your favorite fairytales. Wear your prince or princess costume and take pictures with all your favorite storybook characters! Plus, stick around after the game for Dairy Queen Circle the Bases.

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.