RENO- An offensive shootout in Aces Ballpark to finish the season was the treat for fans on 'Fan Appreciation Day'.
The Aces' starter Tom Layne (9-7, 6.22 ERA) went 6 innings giving up 5 runs, 8 hits, no walks, with 2 strikeouts and was rewarded with his tenth victory on the year.
The Padres starter Samuel Deduno (4-5, 3.94 ERA) was taken out in the thrid inning due to injury, but not before he gave up 5 runs on 4 hits with two walks and 2 strikouts. Deduno would be handed the loss.
The Aces and Padres both having offensive games with only 6 zeros put on the board combined (3 each). Both teams used 4 pitchers.
It was a wacky and crazy game at Aces Ballpark on Sunday afternoon, but it ended in a victory for Reno, highlighted by grand-slam hit by Angel Barroa in the 7th inning.
The Aces, who are the 2011 Pacific North Division Champions, look forward to Wednesday night when they play their first ever playoff game at Aces Ballpark versus the Sacramento RiverCats. Tickets are on sale by calling the Aces at 334-4700, online at renoaces.com, or by visiting the Aces box office at the ballpark.