Juarez Dazzles in Spokane's 3-0 Series Finale Win
Spokane, Wash. - Victor Juarez twirled six brilliant innings and was backed by a Benny Montgomery home run as Spokane shutout Everett, 3-0, in front of 2,385 fans at Avista Stadium for Youth Sports Day presented by Hitters and 700 ESPN. The Indians improved to 8-7 in the second half
Spokane, Wash. - Victor Juarez twirled six brilliant innings and was backed by a Benny Montgomery home run as Spokane shutout Everett, 3-0, in front of 2,385 fans at Avista Stadium for Youth Sports Day presented by Hitters and 700 ESPN. The Indians improved to 8-7 in the second half and 41-39 overall with the win.
TOP PERFORMERS
The 20-year-old Juarez continued his season-long dominance of the AquaSox with six shutout innings (2 H, 1 BB, 5 K) on a sweltering summer afternoon in Spokane. The right-hander has now allowed just three earned runs in three starts totaling 17 innings (1.59 ERA) against Everett this year.
Benny Montgomery blasted a solo shot in the third inning to cap off a strong series against the visiting Frogs. The former first round pick hit .391 (9-for-23) with two home runs, three RBI, two stolen bases, and six runs scored in six games against Everett this week.
Outfielder Jordan Beck finished 2-for-4 with a double and a pair of stolen bases for Spokane. The 22-year-old out of Hazel Green, AL, is currently hitting .343 (12-for-35) with four doubles, two home runs, eight RBI, and four stolen bases in the month of July.
NEXT HOMESTAND: July 18 - 23 vs. Vancouver Canadians
Spokane players enjoy a short break for MLB's All-Star festivities before heading to Pasco for a three-game set against the Tri-City Dust Devils starting on Friday. The Indians will return home for a six-game series against the Vancouver Canadians (Toronto Blue Jays affiliate) starting on Tuesday, July 18th. The promotional schedule is absolutely loaded that homestand, with two (2) Firework Nights, Storybook Princess Night, Star Wars Night, and a Yoke's Family Feast Night!
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.