Josh Rodriguez powered the visiting 51s to a 5-4 victory over Tacoma with two home runs Saturday night at Cheney Stadium.
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Wally Backman, who was popular with 51s players, fans and media, was fired after guiding Monclova of the Mexican League to a 22-20 record as manager.
Ricky Knapp gave up seven runs in his 2 2/3-inning outing, one of his shortest of the season.