With an 8-7 walk-off loss Thursday to Sacramento, the 51s inched closer to a franchise record 87 losses and extended their losing streak to eight games, their longest of the season.
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Las Vegas’ late-season swoon continued as the 51s managed only for hits in a 6-1 loss to the Sacramento River Cats on Wednesday at Raley Field in West Sacramento, California.
The 51s took an early 1-0 lead, but didn’t score again and stumbled to a 3-1 loss at Raley Field in West Sacramento, California.
Las Vegas had a late opportunity but couldn’t capitalize and lost a 3-2 decision tp Sacramento.
The Houston Astros will play their series against the Texas Rangers at Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida, because of flooding from Hurricane Harvey. The three-game set begins Tuesday.
Only two of the nine players in the Las Vegas 51s’ opening day lineup remain with the team. At this point, six are currently with the New York Mets and one — Adam Wilk — is no longer with the organization.
With the bats held quiet for most of the game, the 51s fell 7-3 to the Reno Aces on Saturday at Cashman Field, scoring only in the ninth inning.
Sports venues across the country struggle to wave off pigeons, bats and gulls, but the two Bay Area ballparks’ proximity to the water and dumps attracts birds in large flocks.
The 51s stayed within striking distance during Friday night’s game, but the offense couldn’t come up with big hits in a 4-2 loss to the Reno Aces at Cashman Field.
If you’re an action junkie like me, Nevada is the only place to be this weekend.
Kevin McGowan was 5-4 with a 4.06 ERA in 62 innings with the 51s this season. He also had four saves, taking over as closer for a period of time before his call up.
