Noll's big fly backs Espino's strong start as Grizzlies keep Chihuahuas on leash
Fresno, California (Saturday, May 25) - The Fresno Grizzlies (26-23) topped the El Paso Chihuahuas (31-18) 5-2 from Chukchansi Park, earning them their third straight victory. In back-to-back starts, Paolo Espino (4-1, win) dazzled for seven innings. The right hander struck out seven while allowing four hits and two runs.
Fresno, California (Saturday, May 25) - The Fresno Grizzlies (26-23) topped the El Paso Chihuahuas (31-18) 5-2 from Chukchansi Park, earning them their third straight victory. In back-to-back starts,
El Paso mashed a pair of solo shots in the top of the fifth.
Top Performers: Fresno Grizzlies (Washington Nationals)
• 1B Jake Noll (2-3, HR, 3 RBI, R, BB)
• 2B Wilmer Difo (3-5, 2B, 2 R)
• SS Carter Kieboom (1-4, 2 RBI, R)
Top Performers: El Paso Chihuahuas (San Diego Padres)
• CF Boog Powell (1-3, HR, RBI, R, BB)
• RF Jacob Scavuzzo (1-3, HR, RBI, R)
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ON THAT FRES-NOTE: Regardless of affiliate, the Grizzlies continue to find success in the first game of a series. They are 8-5 in openers this year, 33-16 (.673) since 2018 and 101-56 (.643) since 2015 when the Astros were associated with Fresno.