Redbirds defeat Isotopes, 8-3

Published on March 18, 2006 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Albuquerque Isotopes News Release

For the third consecutive Spring Training contest, the Albuquerque Isotopes were dealt a defeat as today the ‘Topes were beaten 8-3 by the Memphis Redbirds in Jupiter, Florida.

Outfielder James Shanks swung the bat well for the Isotopes in a losing cause, coming through with a single and an RBI double, while catcher Jonathan Aceves also collected a single and a double, the third straight spring contest in which he's recorded a hit.

Albuquerque will travel to Port St. Lucie, Florida tomorrow to take on the Norfolk Tides, Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets.

The Isotopes begin their 72 game home schedule on April 14 when they host the New Orleans Zephyrs. For information on individual game tickets, season tickets, and mini-plans, please call (505) 924-BALL or visit www.albuquerquebaseball.com.

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