Inland Empire 66ers News: August 18 - August 24, 2024

The Inland Empire 66ers, a Single-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels, have had a mixed bag of performances over the past week. Playing at their home stadium, San Manuel Stadium in San Bernardino, California, the team has shown both resilience and vulnerability.

Recent Games

66ers Outlast Ports in 11-9 Win: In a thrilling matchup, the 66ers managed to outlast their opponents, securing an 11-9 victory. This win was a testament to the team's ability to maintain momentum even in closely contested games.

Storm Unload for 15 Unanswered Runs: In a series finale against the Lake Elsinore Storm, the 66ers initially held a 6-1 lead after six innings. However, the Storm made a dramatic comeback, scoring 15 runs in the final three frames to rout the 66ers.

Storm Shutout 66ers 3-0: The 66ers faced a shutout loss against the Lake Elsinore Storm, marking the fifth time this season they failed to score in a contest.

Sixers Hammer Three Jacks in Third Inning: The 66ers bounced back with a strong performance, riding a three-homer, five-run third inning to a 6-3 win over the Storm. This game highlighted the team's offensive capabilities and solid pitching.

Teodosio’s Heroics Send Sixers Over Storm 5-4: In a thrilling ten-inning game, Bryce Teodosio's game-ending double secured a 5-4 win for the 66ers, showcasing the team's ability to perform under pressure.

Team News

The 66ers recently announced a change in ownership, with Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH) taking over the team. This change is expected to continue the community-first approach that the 66ers have been known for.

Unique Moments

The 66ers have also been part of some unique and memorable moments in Minor League Baseball. For instance, a visit from Ben's Biz Blog highlighted the team's creative promotional activities, including a "Molar Race" sponsored by a local dentist, where the author participated as a racing molar named "Tooth".

Conclusion

The Inland Empire 66ers have demonstrated a mix of strong performances and challenging losses over the past week. With their new ownership and continued community engagement, the team is poised to maintain its presence in the Minor League Baseball scene. Fans can look forward to more exciting games and unique promotional events at San Manuel Stadium.