Trimble Homers, Drives in Winning Run in Baysox Victory over Reading
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Trimble Homers, Drives in Winning Run in Baysox Victory over Reading

Published on August 26, 2025 under Eastern League (EL)
Chesapeake Baysox News Release


READING, PA - The Chesapeake Baysox, the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, grabbed a series opening victory over the Reading Fightin Phils, the Double-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, with a 5-2 win on Tuesday night at FirstEnergy Stadium.

After throwing four scoreless innings to begin the game, Chesapeake starter Blake Money gave up a two-run, two-out single to Felix Reyes to give Reading (22-30, 47-72) a 2-0 lead. Money ended the night with five innings pitched, allowing the two runs on four hits and two walks with eight strikeouts in a no decision. The 23-year-old has struck out seven or more batters in three straight outings.

Chesapeake (20-32, 51-68) responded in the top of the sixth on a two-run homer from Reed Trimble off Reading starter Estibenzon Jimenez. Trimble has now collected a hit in nine straight games.

The 25-year-old broke the tie in the eighth with a two-out, RBI double off Andrew Walling (L, 2-5) to give the Baysox their first lead of the night 3-2. Since rejoining the Baysox from Triple-A Norfolk, Trimble is slashing .412/.524/.824 with four extra base hits.

Alex Pham (W, 1-2) delivered two shutout innings of relief in the sixth and seventh innings to pick up his first win of the season.

Brandon Butterworth added a pair of runs in the ninth on a two-run double to right-center. Butterworth has reached base in 18 of the 19 games played since joining the Baysox on August 2.

Micah Ashman (S, 2) recorded a six-out save with two scoreless innings and three strikeouts to seal the win.

Chesapeake and Reading continue their six-game series tomorrow night at FirstEnergy Stadium. RHP Zach Fruit (0-4, 8.04) will get the ball for the Baysox against RHP Chuck King (7-5, 4.43) for Reading. First pitch is scheduled for 6:45 p.m.

Single-game tickets, ticket plans, and group offers for the 2025 season are currently on sale. For more information on the Baysox schedule, tickets, and the latest team news, fans can call (301) 805-6000, visit Baysox.com, or follow the team on Facebook, X, and Instagram.

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