CalL1 Inland Empire 66ers

Inland Empire Drops 2nd Half Opener

Published on June 22, 2012 under California League (CalL1)
Inland Empire 66ers News Release


Coming out of the All-Star break, the 66ers (31-40, 0-1) dropped their first game of the second half to the High Desert Mavericks (38-33, 1-0) 6-0 as the Inland Empire's offense was stymied by the pitching of High Desert. 66ers left fielder Drew Heid went 2-for-4 with two doubles in his return to the 66ers. This is the 66ers sixth consecutive loss going back before the All-Star break.

Mavericks starter Roenis Elias and reliever Angel Raga pitched a combined five innings and allowing only two hits to a re-vamped 66ers lineup that featured recently promoted 3rd baseman Kaleb Cowert and a return by Heid. Cowert went 1-for-2 with a double in his California League debut. 66ers Right fielder Ryan Jones went 2-for-4 with a double. Raga was credited with the win while 66ers starter Manny Correa got the loss.

The 66ers continue their homestand with the High Desert Mavericks tomorrow at 7:05 pm. It will be 50 Cent Friday as hot dogs and breadsticks will be 50 cents at concessions. The Inflatamaniacs will also make an appearance, bringing their unique in-game act to the Inland Empire. The game can be heard on the home of 66ers baseball KCAA 1050 AM beginning with the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians Pre-Game show at 6:55. For information on 66ers tickets or to schedule your next fun filled group outing, contact the 66ers front office at (909)888-9922, or check out the website 66ers.com.

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