SKY SOX, BABY CAKES SPLIT FRIDAY EVENING DOUBLEHEADER

POSTGAME NOTES
Friday, July 6, 2018 vs. New Orleans Baby Cakes (MIA)
Colorado Springs Sky Sox (48-38) | New Orleans Baby Cakes (41-46)
SKY SOX, BABY CAKES SPLIT FRIDAY EVENING DOUBLEHEADER
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - The Sky Sox split Friday evening's doubleheader with the New Orleans Baby Cakes at Security Service Field. In game one, the Sky Sox were victorious 2-1 through seven frames. In game two, the contest went to extra-innings and the Baby Cakes rallied with two runs in the top of the eighth to win 6-5.
In game one of the doubleheader, New Orleans struck first in the initial frame after Magneuris Sierra sparked the frame with a one-out triple to right field. The Baby Cakes took a 1-0 lead a batter later on Eric Campbell's RBI single. But, in the bottom half, the Sky Sox struck the board with a solo run of their own to even the game thanks to Jacob Nottingham's two-out home run to left field, his 10th of the year.
In the fourth inning, the Sky Sox broke out with their first lead and eventual final score of game one with a 2-1 advantage. Nottingham led the frame off with a walk while Domingo Santana added the third and final hit for the Sky Sox to put runners on first and second. Andrés Blanco grounded a ball to second, resulting in a force out fielder's choice at second base and a high throw to first while attempting a double play sailed off the wall to score Nottingham.
The game went the minimum in the final two-and-a-half frames. Starter Alec Asher, in his 10th start with the Sky Sox, notched his fifth win after a stellar six-inning outing while allowing just one run on five hits.
In game two, the Baby Cakes once again struck first in the ballgame with two runs. After Isaac Galloway hit a solo home run, Cristhian Adames restarted the inning with a one-out double and was driven in on Cito Culver's line drive single.
The Sky Sox retaliated in the bottom of the third to take the lead. Starting pitcher Paolo Espino led the inning off with a single while Brett Phillips and Orlando Arcia knocked consecutive singles after to manufacture the first run. Following a double steal to put both runners into scoring position, Tyrone Taylor cleared the bases on his stand-up triple to right field, giving the home squad the 3-2 lead. The fourth run was tallied after Taylor scored on a back-pick error by 'Cakes catcher Tomás Telis to bring it to a 4-2 advantage.
In the next inning (4th), New Orleans diminished the lead with one swing after Jonathan Rodriguez homered with two outs and one on (Galloway, double), to even the game.
After four-and-a-half consecutive scoreless frames, the contest went to extras. In the top of the eighth inning, the Baby Cakes took advantage, scoring two runs right off the bat on Rafael Ortega's leadoff triple and Campbell's single to take a 6-4 lead. In the bottom half, the Sky Sox were only able to muster a single run on Taylor's one-out single to score designated-runner Phillips after Arcia moved him to third base on his groundout, falling 6-5 to New Orleans.
The Sky Sox head into game four against the New Orleans Baby Cakes tomorrow with first pitch scheduled for 6:00 p.m. After the five-game series is complete, the league will enter begin a three-day All-Star Break, and then will hit the road for five more games against the Baby Cakes in New Orleans. For all information on Sky Sox, follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and visit the team's website at www.skysox.com.
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Tomorrow's Preview: In the fourth game of Colorado Springs' homestand and five-game set versus the New Orleans Baby Cakes, the Sky Sox are sending righty Adrian Houser to the mound to square off against New Orleans' righty Odrisamer Despaigne. Houser is looking for his second win of the 2018 campaign while Despaigne is seeking his third.
Sixth Double-Dip: The Sky Sox completed their sixth doubleheader of the season on Friday. They improve to 7-5 in twin bills.
Seventh Extra-Inning Matchup: The Sky Sox entered into their seventh extra-inning game of the season Friday night against the New Orleans Baby Cakes. Colorado Springs is now 2-5 in extra-inning contests in 2018.
Asher's Dominance: In game one of Friday's doubleheader, right-handed starter Alec Asher displayed pure dominance after going just seven over the minimum through six frames. Asher allowed one run on five hits and walked and struck out one. It marked his fifth win with the Sky Sox this season.
Arcia Swipin: Orlando Arcia stole two bags in game two of Friday night's doubleheader. With Colorado Springs in 2016, the infielder swiped 15 bags before getting the call to Milwaukee.
Nottingham Reaches 10: On Friday, in game one of the doubleheader, Jacob Nottingham knocked his 10th home run with the Sky Sox, tying the most home runs he has totaled with one team. The last time he had 10 home runs with a team was during 2015 with Quad Cities. In that same season, the catcher combined for 17 home runs over three teams (Quad Cities, Lancaster, Stockton).
Three-Hit Win: In game one of Friday's doubleheader, the Sky Sox were victorious over the Baby Cakes 2-1 and did so on just three hits - Jacob Nottingham (solo HR), Dylan Moore (2B), and Domingo Santana (1B). The three hits tied a season-low for the Sky Sox, which they set on May 31 against Iowa at Security Service Field.
Arcia Shows Up In Style: Infielder Orlando Arcia played in his first Sky Sox game at Security Service Field since August 1, 2016. On Wednesday, Arcia saw one pitch from Baby Cakes' starter Gallen which he lined to the opposite field and over for a solo home run. In his one season with Colorado Springs, Arcia knocked eight home runs before getting the call from the Brewers.
Back-To-Back History:  The back-to-back homers by Orlando Arcia and Tyrone Taylor in the bottom of the first inning Wednesday night marked the fourth time the Sky Sox hit back-to-back homers against New Orleans. The other three happened in Colorado Springs: April 14th, 2001 - Brooks Kieschnick and Mike Peeples off Brian Powell in Bottom 1st, New Orleans won 15-8; July 24th, 2008 - Joe Koshansky and Jayson Nix off Jose Santiago in Bottom 2nd, Sky Sox won 9-6; August 4th, 2010 - Travis Metcalf and Michael McKenry off Wes Whisler in Bottom 4th, Sky Sox won 10-4.
Brooks CG: Despite only going five innings in the game, Aaron Brooks officially marked the third complete game for the Sky Sox in the Brewers era. It marked the first complete game by a pitcher this season for the Sky Sox. Last season, Angel Ventura notched the one and only complete game last season.
Have a Night, Hager: Infielder Jake Hager, in his 13th game with the Sky Sox, collected four RBI on the night after going 2-for-3 with two doubles.
Everyone Hits: On Wednesday night's four-and-two thirds innings Independence Day contest, every Sky Sox player in the lineup, including starting pitcher Aaron Brooks, collected a hit. Phillips, Taylor, Opitz, and Hager all had two hits in the game.
Orf's Curtain Call: Two days after the Brewers announced that they selected the contract of the 28-year-old and making his debut, infielder Nate Orf recorded his first big league hit in memorable fashion Wednesday against the Twins, belting a solo home run into the left field corner. Teammates Jesús Aguilar and Manny Piña lifted Orf onto their shoulders and up the dugout steps and raised him in front of a sea of 36,700 fans celebrating the occasion. Orf recalled in place for infielder Nick Franklin who was transferred to the 60-day disabled list. Orf, a native of Wentzville, MO, was originally signed by Milwaukee as a non-drafted free agent on June 14, 2013 out of Baylor University.
All-Star Caliber: Colorado Springs' players participating in the 31st Triple-A mid-summer classic are catcher Christian Bethancourt and infielder Nate Orf. Bethancourt, in his first season with the Brewers organization since signing as a free agent on January 8, 2018, was elected and will be representing Colorado Springs as the Pacific Coast League starting catcher. Orf, in his fifth full season with Milwaukee after signing as a non-drafted free agent on June 14, 2013 out of Baylor University, was selected and will be representing the Sky Sox as an All-Star reserve infielder. It marks the Missouri native's first career selection as a mid-season All-Star.
Bombs on Bombs on Bombs on…: The five home runs Sunday night in Round Rock by the Sky Sox marks the ninth time in franchise history (and the first time at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock) for the Sky Sox to belt five home runs in a road game. The last instance, nearly one year ago in Omaha, July 2nd, 2017 when the Sky Sox belted six homers at Werner Park in Omaha, en route to an 11-0 win over the Storm Chasers. (The six homers: Two by Nate Orf, and one each by Andrew Susac, Jett Bandy, Lewis Brinson, and Brett Phillips.) The five home runs tonight also marks the second time the Sky Sox have had a five homer game against the Express. The other instance happened in Colorado Springs, on August 5th, 2006 (Sky Sox won 12-11). Carlos Rivera and Sean Barker both had two homers, and J.D. Closser also homered for the Sky Sox in that game.
Clutch Hitting: Saturday night's extra-inning win was greatly benefited by clutch bats in the hands of Jacob Nottingham and Tyrone Taylor. In the fourth inning, Nottingham gave the Sky Sox the 2-1 lead on his eighth home run of the season (two run). Down again in the seventh, Taylor helped the Sky Sox regain the advantage on his two-out, line drive single. In the top of the 10th, Nottingham, again, clutched up with a two-out, two RBI single to centerfield to give the Sky Sox the late lead.
June Recap: The Sky Sox capped off the month of June in victorious fashion in Round Rock, finishing 17-11 overall. Over 28 games, the team batted .261 collectively with 50 doubles, 14 triples, 37 home runs, and 46 stolen bases.
Extras, Again: Colorado Springs entered into the sixth extra-inning game and second overall with Round Rock, marking their second victory in extras. Coming into Saturday's contest, the Sky Sox lone win in extra-inning matchups came against Round Rock at Dell Diamond on April 22. The Sky Sox plated four runs in the top of the 10th and just squeaked by the Express after they plated three and stranded the bases loaded to end the game.
This Week's Preview: The Sky Sox head into game four against the New Orleans Baby Cakes in the five-game set before going on the three-day All-Star Break July 9-11. After the break, the team will hit the road for five more games against the Baby cakes in New Orleans.
NEXT GAME: Saturday, July 6 at 6:00 p.m. MT vs. New Orleans Baby Cakes @ Security Service Field
RHP Adrian Houser (1-1, 5.06) vs. RHP Odrisamer Despaigne (2-1, 3.63) - Broadcast on XTRA Sports 1300
GAME ONE:
COS TOP PERFORMERS
 Alec Asher (6.0 IP, W, 5 H, 1 R, 1 BB, 1 K)
 Jacob Nottingham (1-for-2, HR, 2 R, RBI, BB)
 Dylan Moore (1-for-2, 2B)
  NO TOP PERFORMERS
 Eric Campbell (2-for-3, RBI)
 Magneuris Sierra (1-for-3, 3B, R)
 Rafael Ortega (1-for-2, BB)
GAME TWO:
COS TOP PERFORMERS
 Tyrone Taylor (3-for-4, 3B, R, 3 RBI)
 Orlando Arcia (2-for-4, R, RBI, 2 SB)
 Brett Phillips (1-for-4, 2 R, SB)
   NO TOP PERFORMERS
 Jose Pena (3 IP, 1 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 1 K)
 Isaac Galloway (2-for-4, HR, 2 R, RBI)
 Rafael Ortega (2-for-4, 3B, R, RBI)