Cisnero, Wallace Shine in 6-2 Win
Published on July 28, 2012 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Oklahoma City Comets News Release
Oklahoma City, Okla. - The Oklahoma City RedHawks (62-45) got a much needed pitching performance and some timely hitting to beat the Omaha Storm Chasers (63-45) 6-2 in front of 9,623 on Saturday night at Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark.
Jose Cisnero, making his RedHawks and Triple-A debut, pitched a gem going seven innings and giving up one run. Cisnero (1-0) gave up six hits and two walks, but he was able to keep himself out of trouble all night.
Oklahoma City started the scoring in the bottom of the first on an RBI-double by first baseman Mike Hessman. Designated hitter Brett Wallace extended the lead with a mammoth home run to center to make it 4-0 RedHawks. Wallace's 16th home run of the year was his second in his last three games.
The lone run Omaha was able to muster off Cisnero came on a home run by centerfielder Wil Myers in the top of the fourth inning. Myers' 17th home run of the year landed in the left field bleachers to make it 4-1 Oklahoma City.
The RedHawks added to their lead in the fifth on a two-run double by third baseman Matt Dominguez making it 6-1.
Omaha starter Ryan Verdugo (7-3) struggled all night after coming in on a hot streak. Verdugo gave up six runs on six hits and two walks in five innings.
Enerio Del Rosario relieved Cisnero to start the eighth inning and the Storm Chasers tried to take advantage of Cisnero's absence. A walk to Wil Myers and a double by shortstop Tony Abreu had runners on second and third with two outs. Del Rosario was able to work out of the jam by getting rightfielder David Lough to line out to short to end the inning.
The Storm Chasers bullpen kept the RedHawks offense in check. Jeremy Jeffress, Brandon Sisk and Vin Mazzaro combined to pitch three scoreless innings giving up one hit and striking out five.
Jose Valdez replaced Del Rosario to start the ninth. After striking out Max Ramirez, Adam Moore doubled and Derrick Robinson had an infield single to put runners on the corners with one out. Third baseman Irving Falu singled to right, allowing Moore to score and cut the lead to 6-2. Valdez struck out second baseman Johnny Giavotella looking and Myers swinging to end the game.
The RedHawks continue their series against the Omaha Storm Chasers on Sunday night at 6:05 p.m. For tickets, visit the box office on Mickey Mantle Drive, call (405) 218-1000, or order online through okcredhawks.com.
Live coverage begins at 5:35 p.m. on AM 1340 The Game, 1340thegame.com, or through the free IHeartRadio mobile app.
Pacific Coast League Stories from July 28, 2012
- River Cats Keep Rolling, Beat Aces, 13-4 - Sacramento River Cats
- River Cats Take Opener over Reno, 13-4 - Reno Aces
- Castellanos, 'Topes Pound Sounds 13-3 - Albuquerque Isotopes
- Isotopes Thump Sounds in Series Opener, 13-3 - Nashville Sounds
- Sox Starter, Offense Both Shine in 10-1 Win - Colorado Springs Sky Sox
- Zephyrs Edge Cubs in Pitchers' Duel - Iowa Cubs
- The Express derail the Redbirds - Memphis Redbirds
- Round Rock Express Clips Memphis 8-4 - Round Rock Express
- Omaha's offensive struggles continue - Omaha Storm Chasers
- Cisnero, Wallace Shine in 6-2 Win - Oklahoma City Comets
- Turner Solid in Debut, Z's Win 2-1 - New Orleans Baby Cakes
- Harrington, Janzen Among PGA Tour Pros at Aces Ballpark Monday - Reno Aces
- RedHawks Game Notes: July 28, 2012 - Oklahoma City Comets
- Round Rock Express - Game Notes at Memphis Redbirds - Round Rock Express
- Rainiers Walk Off Winners Against Tucson, 2-1 - Tacoma Rainiers
- Aces Fall to Sky Sox 7-4 in Series Finale - Reno Aces
- Tacoma beats Tucson - Tucson Padres
- River Cats Win Third Straight, Drop Bees, 7-2 - Sacramento River Cats
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
