PCL1 Reno Aces

Reno Aces Game Notes 4.18 vs. El Paso

Published on April 18, 2018 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Reno Aces News Release


Today's Game: Matt Koch looks to change the Aces current streak of five consecutive losses. Koch, 27, has appeared with both the Aces and Arizona Diamondbacks this season. In his brief stint with the D-backs, Koch tossed two innings of no-hit ball and struck out three. The right-hander will square off against El Paso righty Chris Huffman.

Pay-What-You-Want Night: The Reno Aces and Greater Nevada Field celebrated their 10th season in Downtown Reno on last night. Greater Nevada Field open its doors to 2,824 Aces fans that were asked to pay whatever they would like to sit wherever they would like. Proceeds from the event went to the JUSTin HOPE Foundation. JUSTin HOPE supports those in Northern Nevada affected by Autism and other neurodevelopment disorders by providing support and/or opportunities.

Mr. Brito: Last season, outfielder Socrates Brito went 6-for-11 in four games against El Paso. Brito finished with a .545 average, a home run and three RBI. Last night marked Socrates Brito's 700th career minor league game. He went 1-for-4, collecting his 806th career hit. Brito has appeared in 164 games at the Triple-A level and seen action in 58 Major League games. In 700 games, Brito is batting .289 with 340 RBI and 39 home runs.

Home Debut: Troy Scribner made his Greater Nevada Field debut at tonight. The right-hander made his Aces debut on April 12 in Sacramento after being claimed off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels on April 6. He went 5.0 innings tonight, allowing two runs on just one hit striking out five and walking seven, a career high in walks. Scribner was a 2017 Pacific Coast League All-Star with the Salt Lake Bees. He also made his Major League debut with the Angels on 7/29/2017.

So Close: Tuesday night, former Aces pitcher Patrick Corbin threw 7.2 innings of no-hit baseball against the San Francisco Giants. He finished with a complete game, allowing just one hit and striking out eight. In nine starts with the Aces in 2012, he won three games, and had a 3.44 ERA.

What's Next: Greater Nevada Field will display a spectacular fireworks display Friday, April 20 brought to you by Saint Mary's. In addition, Don MacGregor will celebrate his Home Run for life in the middle of the 2nd inning.

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