2019 Monterey Amberjacks News

Jared Koenig signs with Oakland Athletics

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Former Monterey Amberjack pitcher Jared Koenig has signed with the Oakland As. After a very successful season with the Auckland Tuatara in the Australia Baseball League, Koenig will be going to Spring Training with the As.

Koenig is from Aptos, pitched at CSUMB before signing on with the Amberjacks in 2017. After his success with the Amberjacks he was sent to the American Associations Salina Stockade where he had two good starts before being traded to the San Rafael Pacifics. He won the Championship for the Pacifics and was pitcher of the year. He was signed by the Milwaukee Milkmen in 2019 and traded to the Frontier League.

Monterey Amberjacks release their 2020 Uniform Concepts

The Monterey Amberjacks have releas

The Monterey Amberjacks have released their 2020 Uniform Concepts.

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Bakersfield Train Robbers 12 Monterey Amberjacks 6

This game was played on 8/5/2019 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

Bakersfield Train Robbers 3 defeats Monterey Amberjacks 2 behind Edilson Alvarez

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Monterey Amberjacks 9 High Desert Yardbirds 2

This game was played on 8/3/2019 at Sollecito Park

Monterey Amberjacks Rally Past High Desert Yardbirds 7-4

August 2 2019 The Monterey Amberjac

August 2 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the High Desert Yardbirds 7-4 at Sollectio Park. Monterey scored five runs in the third inning and added two more in the sixth to build a 7-1 advantage before High Desert answered with two runs in the seventh and one in the eighth. Coleman Poje led Monterey with two hits and two RBI. Morgan Blatnik scored once and drove in a run while Brooks Benson and Austin Marcellus each hit a home run and finished with two RBI. Monterey collected six hits and turned three double plays despite committing two errors. Jonathan Vance earned the win after allowing one run on five hits in five innings with three strikeouts and two walks. Daniel Bodishbaugh worked two innings and allowed two runs on three hits with three strikeouts. Aaron Cook recorded the save with two scoreless-hitless innings while striking out one, though he issued four walks. High Desert collected eight hits in the loss. Anthony Ward went 2-for-3 with two walks and a stolen base while B. Speas had two hits and one RBI. Slayton Vaughan added a home run and two RBI. John Kopicky took the loss after surrendering seven earned runs on five hits in seven innings with eight strikeouts and two walks.

Wasco Reserve Edges Monterey Amberjacks 4-3

August 1 2019 Wasco Reserve defeate

August 1 2019 Wasco Reserve defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 4-3 in a seven-inning game at Wasco Recreation Ballpark. Wasco finished with six hits and one error while Monterey collected six hits without an error.

Wasco scored in the first inning and added another run in the fourth before breaking a 2-2 tie with two runs in the seventh. Monterey scored twice in the second inning and once in the seventh, but Wasco held on for the win.

Jordan Dicks scored twice and drove in a run for Wasco, while Austin Hoffman went 2-for-4 with an RBI and Charlie Padilla added two hits. For Monterey, Coleman Poje went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI, and Rory Graf-Brennan contributed a hit and an RBI.

Scott Martinez earned the victory after allowing one run on one hit in two innings with three strikeouts and two walks. Matthew Fountain worked three scoreless innings without allowing a hit and struck out three. Monterey starter Ashton Holdridge recorded six strikeouts over four innings, while Ulysses Ramos took the loss after allowing two runs on two hits in two-thirds of an inning.

Monterey Amberjacks Defeat Wasco Reserve 7-3

July 31 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 31 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Wasco Reserve 7-3 at Wasco Recreation Ballpark. Monterey finished with nine hits and no errors, while Wasco had two hits and committed two errors.

Monterey scored once in the first inning and broke the game open with four runs in the third. James Prockish hit a home run and drove in three runs, while Dylan Laudano added a homer and two RBI. Nathaniel Thompson went 2-for-3 with two runs scored and a double, and Brooks Benson and Morgan Blatnik each contributed an RBI. Wasco answered with three runs in the fifth but could not close the gap, and Monterey added two runs in the seventh.

Nathaniel Thompson earned the win after pitching two scoreless innings, allowing no hits or walks. Luke Larita opened for Monterey and held Wasco to one hit over four scoreless innings while striking out five. Arton Rank took the loss after allowing five runs on five hits in three innings, and Mitchell Langer surrendered two runs over six innings despite striking out eight.

California City Whiptails Rally Past Monterey Amberjacks 14-12

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July 30 2019 The California City Whiptails overcame a seven-run deficit with a late surge to defeat the Monterey Amberjacks 14-12. California City totaled 13 hits and committed no errors while Monterey collected 20 hits but made three errors.

Monterey built an 11-4 lead through six innings, scoring four times in the first, three in the second, twice in the fourth and twice in the sixth. The Amberjacks added one run in the eighth, but California City answered with six runs in the bottom half to cut the deficit to 12-10 before scoring four more times in the ninth for the win.

Jose Tejeda led California City by going 3-for-5 with three runs, four RBIs and two home runs. Giovanni Prado was 2-for-4 with two runs, three RBIs and a home run, while Marcos Corrales went 2-for-2 with a run and three RBIs, including a home run. K. Wagner also homered and drove in a run. Monterey received three hits and three RBIs from Coleman Poje, three hits and three RBIs from Brooks Benson, and three hits from both Rory Graf-Brennan and Austin Marcellus. Benson hit three home runs, while Poje and James Prockish also went deep for the Amberjacks.

Tyler England earned the victory for California City after allowing one run on one hit with three strikeouts in two innings. Scott Bigelow started and surrendered 11 runs on 19 hits over seven innings. England was credited as the winning pitcher, while Coleman Poje took the loss after allowing four runs on four hits in two-thirds of an inning for Monterey.

Amberjacks Outlast Wasco Reserve 16-13

July 29 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 29 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated Wasco Reserve 16-13 in a high-scoring game at Wasco Recreation Ballpark. Monterey collected 18 hits and built an early 13-4 advantage by scoring eight runs in the first inning and five more in the second. Wasco answered with three runs in the fourth and four in the fifth before Monterey added single runs in the fourth fifth and eighth innings. Wasco scored twice in the ninth but could not complete the comeback.

Rory Graf-Brennan powered Monterey’s attack with two home runs and three RBI. Dylan Laudano went 3-for-5 with four runs and two RBI, while Brooks Benson scored three runs and drove in two. Morgan Blatnik reached base six times with two hits and three walks, scored twice, drove in one run and stole two bases. Austin Marcellus added two hits including a triple and two RBI.

Wasco finished with 11 hits, led by Austin Hoffman’s 2-for-2 performance with an RBI. Legarry Stewart drove in two runs, and Corey Davis Jr. contributed a pinch-hit RBI single. Wasco scored four times in the first inning and twice in the ninth, but the early deficit proved decisive.

Jarett Viega earned the win for Monterey by striking out five while allowing no hits or runs in two innings. He followed Daniel Bodishbaugh, who worked two innings, and Ty Tracy, who allowed seven runs in four innings. Dmitry Shtykher took the loss after surrendering 10 hits and 11 runs in 1.1 innings. Monterey pitchers combined for 11 strikeouts in the nine-inning contest.

Tucson Saguaros Overpower Monterey Amberjacks 18-12

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July 28 2019 The Tucson Saguaros defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 18-12 in a high-scoring game at Sollectio Park. Tucson collected 16 hits and scored in each of the first four innings before breaking the game open with a seven-run sixth. Monterey also finished with 16 hits but committed the games only error.

Evan Douglas led Tucsons offensive attack, going 3-for-5 with four runs and seven RBI. He hit two home runs, while Shawn Barrowdale added two hits and three RBI. Daniel Diaz went 3-for-5 with three runs, and Riley Richarz and Caleb Wichman each recorded two hits and two RBI.

Tucson built an 11-5 lead through five innings, then scored seven times in the sixth to take an 18-7 advantage. Monterey answered with one run in the seventh and four in the eighth, but could not close the gap. Coleman Poje and Austin Marcellus each homered for Monterey, with both players collecting three hits; Marcellus also drove in two runs.

Robby Medel earned the win for Tucson after allowing 10 hits and five runs in five innings, with three earned runs and four strikeouts. Jonathan Vance took the loss for Monterey, surrendering 14 hits and 18 runs in 5.1 innings, including 16 earned runs. Hunter Parkinson followed with 3.2 scoreless innings and four strikeouts for the Amberjacks.

Tucson Saguaros Rout Monterey Amberjacks 13-2

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July 27 2019 The Tucson Saguaros defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 13-2 behind a 13-hit attack. Tucson scored in five innings, including three runs in the second and seventh innings before breaking the game open with five runs in the ninth. Monterey scored once in the fourth and sixth innings and finished with two hits.

Lawrence Chavez went 3-for-3 with two runs scored, three RBIs and three walks to lead Tucson’s offense. Riley Richarz added three hits, three RBIs, a double and two stolen bases, while Nick Diaz contributed two hits and four RBIs. Evan Douglas also recorded a double and drove in a run.

Tyler Daugherty earned the win after allowing one hit and two runs, one earned, in six innings. He walked seven and struck out five. Drake Bannerman worked a scoreless seventh inning with two strikeouts, and Dan Clemens completed the game with two scoreless innings while allowing no hits and striking out one.

Ashton Holdridge took the loss for Monterey after giving up eight hits and five earned runs in six innings. Luke Larita pitched two innings and allowed three runs, and Aaron Cook surrendered five runs in the ninth inning.

Monterey Amberjacks Hold Off Tucson Saguaros 5-4

July 26 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 26 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks held off the Tucson Saguaros 5-4 after Tucson rallied for three runs in the eighth inning. Monterey led 4-1 through seven innings before Tucson pulled even, but the Amberjacks answered with a run in the bottom of the eighth to secure the victory. Monterey finished with six hits and no errors while Tucson had seven hits and one error.

Shawn Barrowdale powered Tucson’s offense with a home run and three RBI. Lawrence Chavez went 3-for-3 with an RBI, and Michael Klein added two hits and two walks. For Monterey, James Prockish went 2-for-3 with an RBI, while Rory Graf-Brennan and Austin Marcellus each drove in a run. Morgan Blatnik scored twice for the Amberjacks.

Monterey starter Nick Grim allowed one run on five hits over six innings and struck out six. Ty Tracy followed with a scoreless inning before Daniel Bodishbaugh earned the win despite allowing three runs in the eighth. Ulysses Ramos recorded the save with a scoreless ninth. Tucson’s Michael Klein worked seven innings, allowing four runs on five hits while striking out eight, and Kris Keach took the loss after allowing the deciding run in the eighth.

Wasco Reserve Pulls Away From Monterey Amberjacks 9-5

July 25 2019 Wasco Reserve defeated

July 25 2019 Wasco Reserve defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 9-5 at Wasco Recreation Ballpark. Wasco scored in each of the first four innings, building a 9-5 lead after four frames and holding Monterey scoreless in the final inning. Monterey took a 5-3 lead by scoring five times in the second inning, but Wasco answered with three runs in the third and three more in the fourth. Scott Martinez delivered a two-run home run in the fourth and finished with four RBI. Austin Hoffman added two RBI, while Jordan Dicks and Luke Jackson each drove in a run. Wasco collected five hits and drew 12 walks. Charlie Padilla scored twice, and Dicks scored twice while adding a double, a hit, two walks and a stolen base. Jackson also doubled and scored once. Monterey had six hits, including home runs by Steven Longo and Coleman Poje. Longo drove in three runs, and Poje added one RBI. Austin Hoffman earned the win after pitching a scoreless inning with three strikeouts. Alex Hernandez started for Wasco and allowed five runs on six hits in four innings. Monterey starter Justin Curry took the loss after surrendering nine runs on five hits and issuing 12 walks in four innings. Conyal Cody worked two-thirds of a scoreless inning for Monterey with one strikeout.

Monterey Amberjacks Roll Past California City Whiptails 13-4

July 24 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 24 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the California City Whiptails 13-4 at Sam Lynn Ballpark. Monterey broke open the game with six runs in the second inning and six more in the third, building a 12-2 advantage. The Amberjacks added another run in the sixth, while California scored once in the sixth and once in the seventh.

Steven Longo led Monterey’s 10-hit attack by going 3-for-5 with three runs and four RBI. He also hit two home runs. Austin Marcellus went 2-for-2 with two runs and four RBI, including a home run, while Dylan Laudano added two RBI. Monterey also received two hits from Marcellus and one each from Morgan Blatnik, James Prockish, Rory Graf-Brennan and Eric Olivo.

Daniel Taggart earned the win after working all seven innings. He allowed four hits and four runs, only one of them earned, while walking three and striking out 10. Scott Bigelow took the loss for California after allowing six runs on three hits and five walks in 1.2 innings. The Whiptails finished with four hits and committed three errors, while Monterey had one error.

Monterey Amberjacks Pull Away from Whiptails 12-5

July 24 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 24 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the California City Whiptails 12-5 after collecting 16 hits and scoring seven runs in the seventh inning. California City finished with seven hits and committed no errors while Monterey made two fielding errors.

Monterey built a 4-2 lead through two innings, then added one run in the sixth before breaking the game open in the seventh. Morgan Blatnik went 3-for-4 with three runs and an RBI, while Rory Graf-Brennan had four hits, two runs and two RBIs. Nathaniel Thompson added two hits, two runs and two RBIs, and James Prockish went 3-for-4 with two RBIs.

Dylan Laudano drove in two runs for the Amberjacks, and Jonathan Vance and Austin Marcellus also contributed RBIs. California City’s Cody Castro went 2-for-4 with two RBIs, while A. Parent and R. Surgimoto each recorded a double and an RBI.

Jarett Viega earned the win for Monterey after allowing five hits and three runs, two earned, in three innings. He struck out three and walked one. Hunter Parkinson worked the first four innings, allowing two runs on two hits with two walks and two strikeouts. Brian Rosensteel took the loss for California City after surrendering four runs on five hits in two innings.

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California City Whiptails 7 Monterey Amberjacks 6

This game was played on 7/23/2019 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

California City Whiptails Defeat Monterey Amberjacks 14-9

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July 23 2019 The California City Whiptails defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 14-9 in a seven-inning game. California collected nine hits and played errorless baseball while Monterey finished with eight hits and one error.

California broke open the game with a five-run third inning to take a 6-4 lead after Monterey had scored twice in the second and twice in the third. The Whiptails added three runs in the fourth and five in the fifth to build a 13-7 advantage. Monterey scored once in the seventh but could not complete the comeback.

Jarret Anton drove in four runs for California and hit his ninth home run of the season. Jose Tejeda also homered and finished with four RBI while Christian Triplett added three RBI. For Monterey Morgan Blatnik went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI while Rory Graf-Brennan collected two hits and an RBI.

Edwin Stanberry earned the win after allowing two hits and one earned run in 2.2 innings with one walk and one strikeout. Cip Garza took the loss for Monterey after surrendering nine hits and 14 runs in five innings with five strikeouts and seven walks. Californias Lukus Holub worked three innings before Aaron Ramirez and Stanberry combined to finish the game.

Monterey Amberjacks Beat Bakersfield Train Robbers 4-2

July 22 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 22 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Bakersfield Train Robbers 4-2 in a seven-inning game. Monterey scored once in the fourth inning before adding three runs in the seventh to break open a 2-1 game. Bakersfield scored twice in the third inning but was held scoreless over the final four innings.

Monterey collected 10 hits, led by Coleman Poje and James Prockish with two apiece. Poje drove in one run and scored once, while Morgan Blatnik, Nathaniel Thompson and Austin Marcellus each recorded an RBI. Thompson and Marcellus hit doubles. Bakersfield finished with five hits, including Jarel McDade’s two-run home run, his fourth of the season. McDade also scored once and drew a walk.

Jonathan Vance earned the win for Monterey after allowing five hits and two earned runs in six innings. He struck out five and walked one. Ulysses Ramos worked a scoreless seventh with one strikeout and one walk to earn the save. Bakersfield starter Garrett Alvarez took the loss despite striking out nine; he allowed eight hits and four earned runs in 6 1/3 innings. S. Valenzuela pitched the final two-thirds of an inning for Bakersfield.

Bakersfield Rolls Past Monterey 13-4

July 22 2019 The Bakersfield Train

July 22 2019 The Bakersfield Train Robbers defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 13-4 in a seven-inning game, collecting 13 hits while holding Monterey to four. Bakersfield scored twice in the first inning, added a run in the second and broke the game open with seven runs in the third. The Train Robbers added two runs in the fifth and one in the sixth to complete the scoring.

Edilson Alvarez earned the win for Bakersfield after allowing four runs on four hits in seven innings. He struck out six and walked one. Alvarez also contributed at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI. Luis Alvarado drove in two runs, while Nyles Nygaard and Ben Tingen each collected two hits. Jarel McDade scored three runs, and Noah Etheridge had three hits.

Monterey scored once in the second inning and three times in the third. Brooks Benson provided the Amberjacks biggest offensive contribution with a home run and three RBI, while Rory Graf-Brennan added a double and an RBI. Ty Tracy took the loss after surrendering 10 runs, eight earned, on 11 hits in 2 2/3 innings. The game was played July 22 2019 at Historic Sam Lynn Ballpark.

Yardbirds Shut Out Amberjacks 6-0

July 21 2019 The High Desert Yardbi

July 21 2019 The High Desert Yardbirds defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 6-0 behind a complete-game shutout from Kyle Hodgson. High Desert collected six hits and held Monterey to three hits while improving its record to 46-18-0; the Amberjacks fell to 36-25-0.

High Desert broke through with one run in the fourth inning and added another in the fifth before breaking the game open with four runs in the seventh. Dillon Fahr went 2-for-3 with a run and an RBI, while D. Reddy scored twice, collected one hit, drew two walks and stole a base. Slayton Vaughan, Hector Morales, Oscar Larranaga, B. Speas and Hodgson each drove in a run. Larranaga also doubled.

Hodgson earned the win by allowing three hits and one walk while striking out seven over seven scoreless innings. Nick Grim took the loss after allowing two runs, one earned, on four hits with three walks and five strikeouts in five innings. Aaron Cook worked the final two innings for Monterey and surrendered four runs, three earned, on two hits and four walks.

Monterey Amberjacks Defeat High Desert Yardbirds 3-1

July 21 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 21 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the High Desert Yardbirds 3-1 in a seven-inning game. High Desert took a 1-0 lead in the second inning, but Monterey answered with two runs in the third and added another in the fourth to secure the win. The Amberjacks finished with six hits and no errors while the Yardbirds had three hits and also played error-free baseball.

Brooks Benson led Monterey’s offense by going 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. James Prockish and Austin Marcellus each collected a hit, while Morgan Blatnik scored once. Steven Longo also drove in a run. For High Desert, Hector Morales went 1-for-2 with a double and the team’s only RBI. Tommy Anderson and Danny Kerr also recorded hits.

Ashton Holdridge earned the win for Monterey after allowing one run on two hits in six innings. He walked four and struck out five. Ulysses Ramos worked a scoreless seventh inning with one strikeout to earn the save. High Desert starter Harry Ferguson took the loss after allowing three runs on six hits in six innings while walking four and striking out four.

High Desert Yardbirds Beat Monterey 10-1

July 20 2019 The High Desert Yardbi

July 20 2019 The High Desert Yardbirds scored 10 unanswered runs after the fifth inning began and defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 10-1. High Desert finished with eight hits and no errors while Monterey managed three hits and one error.

High Desert broke through with five runs in the fifth inning, added two in the sixth and scored three more in the eighth. Oscar Larranaga powered the offense with a home run and four RBI, while D. Reddy went 2-for-4 with three runs scored, two walks and an RBI. Dillon Fahr and Tommy Anderson each drove in a run, and Slayton Vaughan added two RBI.

Jacob Rosales earned the victory with a complete-game performance, allowing three hits and one run while walking three and striking out 15 in nine innings. Justin Curry took the loss for Monterey after allowing five runs on three hits with seven walks and eight strikeouts in five innings. Austin Marcellus hit a home run and drove in Monterey’s only run.

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Monterey Amberjacks 11 Wasco Reserve 10

This game was played on 7/14/2019 at Sollecito Park

Monterey Amberjacks Beat Wasco Reserve 6-1

July 13 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 13 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated Wasco Reserve 6-1 at Sollectio Park. Monterey scored once in the second inning and added another run in the third before breaking the game open with two runs in the fifth and two more in the seventh. Wasco’s lone run came in the fifth inning.

Monterey collected eight hits, led by Steven Longo’s two doubles and two hits. James Prockish also went 2-for-4 with a run and an RBI, while Dylan Laudano drove in three runs. Nathaniel Thompson and Brooks Benson each added an RBI. Wasco managed three hits, including a double by Ethan Skowronski.

Ashton Holdridge earned the win for Monterey after allowing one run on one hit in six innings with eight strikeouts and one walk. Daniel Bodishbaugh followed with two scoreless innings and four strikeouts, and Ulysses Ramos worked a scoreless ninth. Max Williams took the loss for Wasco after allowing two earned runs and four walks in 2 2/3 innings.

Monterey Amberjacks Shut Out Wasco Reserve 12-0

July 12 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

July 12 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Wasco Reserve 12-0, limiting Wasco to two hits in a shutout at Sollectio Park. Monterey took control with two runs in the first inning, one in the second, four in the third and one in the fourth before adding three runs in the seventh and one in the eighth. Steven Longo led Monterey with three hits, two runs and two RBI. Nathaniel Thompson added two hits, two runs and three RBI, while Morgan Blatnik scored twice, walked three times and drove in one run. James Prockish, Coleman Poje and Jonathan Vance each contributed an RBI. Monterey finished with 12 hits and 10 walks. Vance earned the win with seven scoreless innings, allowing two hits and three walks while striking out 10. Jarett Viega and Aaron Cook each worked a scoreless inning in relief, combining for two strikeouts and allowing no hits. Wasco starter Chris Reyes took the loss after allowing seven earned runs on eight hits in 2.2 innings, with four walks and three strikeouts.

Amberjacks Rally Past Whiptails 5-3

July 8 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

July 8 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the California City Whiptails 5-3 in a seven-inning game at WRPD Wasco. California City scored once in the first and again in the second to take an early 2-1 lead, but Monterey answered with three runs in the fifth and added another in the sixth to move ahead 5-2. The Whiptails scored once in the seventh, but could not complete the comeback.

Brooks Benson led Monterey’s offense with a home run and one RBI while scoring twice. Rory Graf-Brennan collected two hits, including a double, and Thomas Prospero and Eric Olivo added one hit apiece. Monterey finished with six hits and drew five walks.

Daniel Taggart earned the win for the Amberjacks after allowing four hits and three runs in seven innings. He struck out eight and walked four while throwing 108 pitches, including 64 strikes. Scott Bigelow took the loss for California City, permitting five hits and four runs in 4.1 innings with three strikeouts and five walks. J. Washington worked the final 2.2 innings for the Whiptails.

Marcos Corrales had California City’s only RBI and scored once, while Tyler England, Jacob Gonzalez and Joe Lavin each recorded a hit. The Whiptails were held to four hits and committed three errors; Monterey played errorless defense.

Monterey Scores 15 Runs in Win Over Wasco

July 8 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

July 8 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Wasco Reserve 15-1 in a seven-inning game. Monterey collected 16 hits and scored in every inning after the first, while Wasco managed two hits and one run. Wasco committed two errors.

Wasco took a 1-0 lead in the first inning, but Monterey answered with three runs in the second and broke the game open with four runs in the third. The Amberjacks added three runs in the fourth, one in the fifth, three in the sixth and one in the seventh.

Coleman Poje led Monterey’s offense with two hits, four runs and three RBI, including his seventh home run of the season, while also drawing two walks. Thomas Prospero went 3-for-4 with three runs, and Rory Graf-Brennan had two hits and three RBI. Morgan Blatnik drove in two runs, and Jerry Chavairra added two hits and two RBI.

Justin Curry earned the win after allowing two hits and one earned run in five innings. He walked two and struck out five. Hunter Parkinson and Jarett Viega each worked a scoreless inning in relief. Dmitry Shtykher took the loss for Wasco after allowing 10 runs, five earned, on five hits in four innings.

Monterey Amberjacks Rally Past Bakersfield Train Robbers 5-4

July 7 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

July 7 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks rallied past the Bakersfield Train Robbers 5-4 after scoring three runs in the sixth inning and two more in the seventh. Bakersfield answered with four runs in the eighth but could not complete the comeback as Monterey held on for the victory.

Brooks Benson powered Monterey’s offense with a home run and three RBIs. Steven Longo went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored while Nathaniel Thompson added a hit and an RBI. Bakersfield collected eight hits, led by Luis Alvarado’s two hits and Marcos Figueroa’s two-RBI pinch-hit performance.

Ty Tracy earned the win for Monterey after allowing eight hits and four runs, three earned, in 7.2 innings. He struck out eight and walked three. Ulysses Ramos recorded the save with a scoreless ninth inning and two strikeouts, while Daniel Bodishbaugh worked a scoreless eighth. Bakersfield starter George Rodriguez took the loss after surrendering five earned runs on five hits in 6.1 innings despite striking out seven.

Monterey Amberjacks Hold Off Bakersfield Train Robbers 8-7

July 6 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

July 6 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Bakersfield Train Robbers 8-7 after building an eight-run lead and holding off a late Bakersfield comeback. Monterey scored twice in the third inning, twice in the fifth, twice in the sixth and twice in the seventh to take an 8-0 advantage. Bakersfield answered with one run in the seventh, five in the eighth and one in the ninth, but Monterey secured the win.

Monterey finished with nine hits, including home runs by Morgan Blatnik and Coleman Poje. Blatnik drove in two runs and scored once while Poje also had two RBIs and scored once. Steven Longo went 2-for-4 with two runs scored, and Monterey also received a double from Rory Graf-Brennan and a double from Dylan Laudano. Bakersfield collected nine hits, led by Evan Hirschbaums 2-for-4 performance with three RBIs and two runs scored. Hidekel Abreu and Jarrett Anton each had two hits, with Anton adding an RBI.

Nick Grim earned the win for Monterey after allowing three hits and no runs with eight strikeouts in six innings. Ulysses Ramos recorded the save, pitching 1.1 innings with three strikeouts. Matt Weiss took the loss for Bakersfield despite striking out four in six innings; he allowed seven hits and six runs, four earned. Monterey committed one error, while Bakersfield was charged with two.

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This game was played on 7/5/2019 at Sollecito Park

Roswell Invaders Hold Off Monterey Amberjacks 4-2

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July 4 2019 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 4-2 after Monterey scored twice in the ninth inning at Sollectio Park. Roswell outhit Monterey 10-5 and took advantage of a steady offensive performance to secure the win.

Roswell scored once in the third inning, fourth inning, seventh inning and ninth inning. Jared Hagan led the Invaders with three hits in five at-bats, while Kirby Lambert went 2-for-5 with two RBI. Austin Maltby added a home run and an RBI, and Derrick Sylve contributed two hits, including a double, while scoring twice.

Sylve earned the victory after allowing five hits and two runs over 8.2 innings. He struck out 14 and walked two while throwing 129 pitches, including 82 strikes. John Saviano recorded the save by retiring the final batter without allowing a hit.

Brooks Benson accounted for both of Monterey’s runs with a two-run home run. Joseph Broderick took the loss after allowing three runs on nine hits in seven innings, with eight strikeouts and two walks.

Monterey Amberjacks Edge Bakersfield 5-4

June 30 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 30 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Bakersfield Train Robbers 5-4 at Sollectio Park. Both teams finished with six hits, while Monterey committed two errors and Bakersfield had one.

Bakersfield scored once in each of the first three innings to build a 3-2 lead, then added another run in the sixth. Monterey answered with two runs in the bottom of the sixth to tie the game at 4-4 before scoring the go-ahead run in the seventh. Monterey held Bakersfield scoreless over the final three innings.

Thomas Prospero led Monterey with two hits and two RBIs, while Nathaniel Thompson hit a home run and drove in one run. Steven Longo and Jerry Chavairra also recorded RBIs. For Bakersfield, Deandre Smith went 2-for-4 with one RBI, and Reinaldo Valdez scored twice while collecting one hit and one RBI.

Daniel Taggart earned the win after allowing six hits and four earned runs in seven innings. He struck out seven and walked eight. Hunter Parkinson worked a scoreless eighth, and Aaron Cook earned the save with a hitless ninth that included two walks. Bakersfield starter E. Alvarez struck out eight in 4 2/3 innings, while Sergio Valenzuela took the loss after allowing two runs in one inning.

Train Robbers Ride First Inning To Win Over Amberjacks

June 29 2019 The Bakersfield Train

June 29 2019 The Bakersfield Train Robbers scored four times in the first inning and held on for a 4-1 victory over the Monterey Amberjacks. Bakersfield finished with seven hits while Monterey collected five.

Jarrett Anton drove in two runs for the Train Robbers, while Andres Rios added an RBI. Anton also recorded a hit and a walk. Monterey’s Morgan Blatnik went 2-for-3 with a home run and an RBI, and Nathaniel Thompson added two hits including a double. The Amberjacks scored their only run in the first inning.

Garrett Alvarez earned the win after allowing one run on five hits in eight innings while striking out nine and walking one. Spencer Backstrom completed the ninth with a scoreless inning and one strikeout for the save. Nick Grim took the loss for Monterey after surrendering four runs on five hits in four innings.

Ty Tracy Leads Monterey Past Bakersfield

June 28 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 28 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Bakersfield Train Robbers 3-0 at Sollectio Park. Monterey scored twice in the first inning and added another run in the seventh while holding Bakersfield to one hit. The Amberjacks finished with five hits and three errors, while Bakersfield had two errors.

Ty Tracy delivered a complete-game shutout for Monterey, allowing one hit and three walks while striking out six over nine innings. Tracy also contributed at the plate, going 1-for-4 with a home run, one run scored and one RBI. Reid Feeley took the loss for Bakersfield after allowing three runs on five hits with two walks and seven strikeouts in seven innings. S. Valenzuela pitched a scoreless eighth for the Train Robbers.

Morgan Blatnik led Monterey with two hits and scored once, while Brooks Benson went 1-for-4 with two RBIs. Nathaniel Thompson also scored a run, and Thomas Prospero added a hit. Jose Arocha recorded Bakersfields only hit.

Amberjacks Hold Off Wasco 9-8

June 27 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 27 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks held off the Wasco Reserve 9-8 after Wasco scored four runs in the ninth inning. Monterey collected 10 hits and built a 9-4 advantage through seven innings, while Wasco finished with 10 hits and two errors.

Brooks Benson led Monterey with a home run, one other hit and three RBI. Thomas Prospero and Rory Graf-Brennan each had two hits, with Graf-Brennan adding two doubles, a run and an RBI. James Prockish and Jerry Chavairra also drove in runs for the Amberjacks.

Monterey scored three times in the second, added two runs in the fourth, one in the fifth and three in the seventh. Wasco answered with two runs in the first, one in the third and one in the fourth before its late ninth-inning surge. Luke Jackson and Scott Martinez each recorded two hits and two RBI for Wasco, while Justin Crider had two hits.

Jonathan Vance earned the win after allowing four earned runs on eight hits in eight innings. He struck out 11 and walked seven. Ulysses Ramos recorded the save with two-thirds of a scoreless inning. Dmitry Shtykher took the loss for Wasco after surrendering nine runs, seven earned, on 10 hits in six innings.

Monterey Amberjacks Rally Past Wasco Reserve 12-7

June 26 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 26 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks overcame an early deficit with a six-run sixth inning and a four-run seventh to defeat the Wasco Reserve 12-7. Monterey finished with nine hits and scored 10 of its 12 runs over the final two innings, improving its record to 36-25 while Wasco fell to 19-43.

Thomas Prospero led Monterey with two hits and three RBIs. Jerry Chavairra also collected two hits, including a home run, and drove in two runs. Nathaniel Thompson, Brooks Benson, James Prockish and Eric Olivo each added an RBI, while Monterey drew 12 walks. Wasco held a 3-2 lead after the first inning and extended it to 6-2 through five innings before Montereys late surge.

Joseph Broderick earned the win after allowing 11 hits and seven runs, six earned, in six innings. He walked two and struck out six, and Aaron Cook followed with a scoreless seventh while recording two strikeouts. Taylor Peterson started for Wasco and allowed six runs on three hits with eight walks and five strikeouts in five innings. Konosuke Kawagishi was charged with the loss after surrendering two runs in two-thirds of an inning, and Tyree Davis allowed four runs in 1 1/3 innings.

Wasco Reserve Holds Off Monterey Amberjacks 6-4

June 26 2019 Wasco Reserve defeated

June 26 2019 Wasco Reserve defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 6-4 at WRPD Park, scoring three times in the seventh inning to secure the win. Both teams scored twice in the first inning, but Wasco added a run in the fifth and broke a 3-3 tie with its seventh-inning rally. Monterey answered with one run in the seventh but could not complete the comeback.

Scott Martinez led Wasco with three hits, including a home run, and two RBI. Charlie Padilla added a hit, two RBI and a walk, while Austin Hoffman collected two hits. Kash Mattson doubled and drove in a run, and Max Williams contributed two hits from the pitcher’s spot. Wasco finished with 11 hits and no errors.

Williams earned the victory after working all seven innings, allowing seven hits and four runs while striking out two and walking four. Monterey starter Andrew Arnold took the loss, surrendering 11 hits and six runs, five earned, in 6.2 innings with four strikeouts and three walks. Nathaniel Thompson had two hits and an RBI for Monterey, which finished with seven hits and committed two errors.

Amberjacks Rally Past Yardbirds 8-5

June 25 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 25 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks rallied from an early deficit to defeat the High Desert Yardbirds 8-5. Monterey collected 12 hits and overcame a 5-1 High Desert lead after five innings by scoring once in the sixth and twice in each of the final three innings. Both teams committed one error.

Morgan Blatnik and Thomas Prospero each drove in two runs for Monterey, while Jerry Chavairra also went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a home run. James Prockish added two hits, a double and an RBI, and Monterey also received a home run from Blatnik. High Deserts Slayton Vaughan hit a two-run homer and finished with two hits and two RBI. Daniel Gardner went 2-for-5 and scored twice for the Yardbirds.

Daniel Bodishbaugh earned the win after allowing two hits and no runs over 1.2 innings with one strikeout. George Faue started for Monterey and struck out nine over six innings, allowing five runs on six hits. Ulysses Ramos recorded the save with 1.1 scoreless innings, two strikeouts and no hits allowed. Jacob Rosales struck out nine over 6.1 innings for High Desert, but Nate Doiron took the loss after Monterey scored twice against him in the late innings.

California City Whiptails Outlast Monterey Amberjacks 13-12

June 23 2019 The California City Wh

June 23 2019 The California City Whiptails defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 13-12 in a high-scoring game. California finished with 10 hits and one error while Monterey collected eight hits and committed two errors.

California took control with two runs in the second inning and six more in the third. The Whiptails added two runs in the fifth, one in the seventh and two in the eighth. Monterey answered with five runs in the third, two in the fifth, one in the sixth and four in the seventh, but could not complete the comeback.

Marcos Corrales led California with three hits, four RBI and two runs, including a home run and a double. Giovanni Prado added two hits and two RBI with a home run, while Brian Rosensteel hit a home run and drove in three runs. California totaled three home runs in the game.

Trevor Wick earned the win after allowing one hit and two runs in three innings with two walks and three strikeouts. Brian Rosensteel pitched six innings for California, allowing seven hits, 10 runs and eight walks while striking out three. Montereys Nathaniel Thompson went 2-for-5 with two RBI and a home run, and Steven Longo had two hits and three RBI. Hunter Parkinson took the loss for Monterey after pitching two innings.

Monterey Amberjacks Pull Away From California City 11-6

June 22 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 22 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the California City Whiptails 11-6 after breaking open a scoreless game with four runs in the fourth inning. Monterey added three runs in the fifth and four in the seventh to take control, finishing with 13 hits. California City scored once in the fourth sixth seventh and eighth innings before adding two runs in the ninth but could not complete the comeback.

Nathaniel Thompson led Monterey with four hits in six at-bats, while Rory Graf-Brennan went 2-for-4 with three RBI and two runs scored. Jonathan Vance added two hits and two RBI, and Steven Longo scored twice and drove in a run. The Amberjacks also received two hits and two runs from Graf-Brennan and two hits from Thompson as part of their 13-hit attack.

California City collected nine hits, led by Giovanni Prados 2-for-5 performance and two-hit games from A. Parent and Jesus Salcedo. Prado drove in one run, while Parent and Nick Escolera also recorded RBI. California City scored four times over the final three innings, including two in the ninth, but Monterey held on for the win.

Vance earned the victory after allowing four hits and two runs, one earned, in six innings. He walked four and struck out eight. Daniel Bodishbaugh worked the final three innings for the save, giving up five hits and four earned runs while striking out two. Lukus Holub took the loss for California City after surrendering eight hits and seven earned runs in five innings, with eight walks and six strikeouts.

Amberjacks Rally Past Whiptails 4-2

June 21 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 21 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the California City Whiptails 4-2, overcoming an early two-run deficit at Sollectio Park. California City scored twice in the first inning, but Monterey answered with one run in the second and took the lead with a three-run fifth inning. The Amberjacks finished with 10 hits while the Whiptails collected five.

Steven Longo led Monterey at the plate with three hits in four at-bats. Morgan Blatnik, Brooks Benson, James Prockish, Thomas Prospero, Griffin Barnes and Joseph Broderick each added a hit, while Benson, Prockish and Broderick were credited with RBIs. California City’s Cody Castro had two hits and scored once, and Ben Tingen also scored a run.

Broderick earned the victory with a complete-game performance, allowing five hits and two runs, one earned, while walking seven and striking out 12 over nine innings. Julian Tejeda took the loss for California City despite completing eight innings; he surrendered 10 hits and four runs, only one earned, with two walks and seven strikeouts.

Monterey’s three-run fifth provided the decisive margin, and the Amberjacks held California City scoreless after its two-run first inning. California City committed two errors, while Monterey was charged with one.

Monterey Amberjacks Rally Past Wasco Reserve 11-8

June 19 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 19 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated Wasco Reserve 11-8 after overcoming an early four-run deficit at Wasco Recreation Ballpark. Wasco scored once in the first inning and added three runs in the second before Monterey answered with four runs in the third. The Amberjacks added a run in the fifth and broke a 4-4 tie with four runs in the eighth before scoring twice in the ninth. Wasco scored four times in the eighth but could not complete the comeback.

Morgan Blatnik led Monterey’s 13-hit attack by going 4-for-4 with four runs and two RBI. Brooks Benson added two hits and five RBI, while Thomas Prospero had two hits and two RBI. Monterey hit five home runs, with Blatnik hitting two and Benson Prospero and Rory Graf-Brennan adding one each. Nathaniel Thompson and Graf-Brennan also drove in runs.

JJ Santana paced Wasco with a home run two runs and four RBI. Austin Hoffman also homered and drove in a run, while Evan Hirschbaum and Scott Martinez each collected two hits. Wasco finished with eight hits and scored four of its runs in the eighth inning.

George Faue earned the win for Monterey after allowing four runs on four hits in six innings with one walk and seven strikeouts. Hunter Parkinson allowed four runs in 1.1 innings before Daniel Bodishbaugh and Ulysses Ramos finished the game. Ramos recorded the save with a scoreless ninth, two strikeouts and two walks. Alex Goodman took the loss for Wasco after allowing five runs on seven hits in seven innings with nine strikeouts.

Tucson Saguaros Rally Past Monterey Amberjacks 8-7

June 18 2019 The Tucson Saguaros de

June 18 2019 The Tucson Saguaros defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 8-7 in a neutral-site game at Historic Sam Lynn Ballpark. Tucson scored in each of the first three innings to take a 3-0 lead before Monterey erupted for six runs in the fifth and added another in the sixth. The Saguaros answered with three runs in the sixth and two in the seventh to secure the comeback victory.

Riley Richarz led Tucson’s 12-hit attack by going 3-for-3 with two doubles, two runs and one RBI. Caleb Wichman added two hits, two doubles, one run and one RBI, while Garrett Mack went 2-for-4 with a run and an RBI. Evan Douglas delivered a key two-run single as a pinch hitter, and Jordan Garnett contributed Tucson’s only home run of the game, a solo shot.

Will Morris earned the win after allowing two hits and striking out one in a scoreless ninth inning. Dan Clemens worked 4 1/3 innings, allowing three hits and four runs, only one earned, with three strikeouts. Monterey’s Cip Garza went five innings, allowing seven hits and three runs while striking out four, and Aaron Cook was charged with the loss after allowing two hits and two runs without recording an out.

Monterey Amberjacks Beat Tucson Saguaros 9-4

June 18 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 18 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Tucson Saguaros 9-4 in a neutral-field game at Sam Lynn Ballpark. Monterey collected nine hits and played errorless baseball while Tucson finished with five hits and four errors.

Monterey took control with two runs in the third inning and added two more in the fourth and fifth before scoring three in the sixth. Tucson answered with three runs in the fourth and one in the seventh. Coleman Poje went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI, while Nathaniel Thompson scored twice and drove in two runs. Thomas Prospero also had two hits and an RBI, and Brooks Benson scored twice.

Ty Tracy earned the win for Monterey after allowing four hits and three earned runs in five innings with seven strikeouts and two walks. Daniel Bodishbaugh worked a scoreless inning with two strikeouts, and Ulysses Ramos allowed one run in the seventh. Tucson starter Robby Medel took the loss after surrendering seven hits and six runs five earned in five innings with four strikeouts and four walks. Jared Garnett hit a three-run homer for Tucson, and Patrick Clifford added an RBI.

Yardbirds Use Early Surge to Defeat Amberjacks 12-5

June 17 2019 The High Desert Yardbi

June 17 2019 The High Desert Yardbirds scored in four of the first six innings and defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 12-5. High Desert collected 11 hits and took control with three runs in the first inning and four more in the second to build a 7-1 lead. The Yardbirds added two runs in the fourth and three in the sixth before Monterey scored four runs over the final three innings.

Oscar Larranaga led High Desert with two hits, six RBI and a home run. Danny Kerr went 2-for-3 with two RBI and two walks, while Slayton Vaughan scored four runs and finished with two hits and two walks. Hector Morales added a triple and two RBI, and Daniel Gardner scored twice and drove in a run.

Harry Ferguson earned the win after allowing 11 hits and three runs over seven innings. He walked one and struck out six. A. Cartier and Evan Bell each worked one inning in relief. Monterey received a three-hit performance from Coleman Poje, while Nathaniel Thompson, Morgan Blatnik, Brooks Benson and Thomas Prospero each had two hits. Conyal Cody took the loss for the Amberjacks after allowing three runs in one inning.

Train Robbers Hold Off Amberjacks 6-4

June 16 2019 The Bakersfield Train

June 16 2019 The Bakersfield Train Robbers defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 6-4 after building an early lead and holding off a late challenge. Bakersfield scored three runs in the first inning and added another in the second, taking a 4-0 advantage. The Train Robbers also scored in the fifth and eighth innings, finishing with nine hits and six runs.

Karlos Joseph went 2-for-3 with a double, one RBI and two walks for Bakersfield. Tyler Baumann was 2-for-5 with one RBI, while Andres Rios hit a home run and drove in two runs. Devin Alexander also homered, went 2-for-4 with an RBI and scored a run. Bakersfield’s other home run came from Alexander, who hit two in the game according to the box score.

Monterey answered with three runs in the fifth inning and one in the sixth, but could not close the gap. Coleman Poje went 2-for-4 with a home run and an RBI, and Jerry Chavairra added two hits, a double and an RBI. Steven Longo homered and drove in two runs for the Amberjacks.

Alexander earned the win after allowing five hits and four runs three earned over seven innings while striking out 13 and walking two. Spencer Backstrom recorded the save with two scoreless innings, allowing no hits and striking out four. Jonathan Vance took the loss for Monterey after surrendering seven hits and five earned runs in five innings.

Train Robbers Top Amberjacks 5-2

June 15 2019 The Bakersfield Train

June 15 2019 The Bakersfield Train Robbers defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 5-2 after scoring three runs in the second inning and adding two more in the ninth. Bakersfield finished with 10 hits while Monterey collected seven. The Amberjacks scored both of their runs in the eighth inning.

Edilson Alvarez delivered a complete-game performance for Bakersfield, allowing seven hits and two runs while walking one and striking out 11 in nine innings. Alvarez also led the Train Robbers at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBIs. Luis Alvarado added two RBIs, and Reinaldo Valdez contributed a double. Jose Arocha had two hits and scored once.

James Prockish drove in both of Monterey’s runs and recorded three hits in four at-bats. Steven Longo had two hits and scored once for the Amberjacks. Joseph Broderick took the loss after allowing three runs on seven hits with one walk and five strikeouts over eight innings, while Hunter Parkinson surrendered two runs in the ninth.

Amberjacks Blast Past Train Robbers 13-2

June 14 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 14 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the Bakersfield Train Robbers 13-2, using a nine-run second inning to take control. Bakersfield scored twice in the second, but Monterey answered with nine runs in the bottom half and added a run in the third and three more in the eighth. Monterey finished with 13 hits while limiting Bakersfield to five.

Nathaniel Thompson went 2-for-5 with a home run and four RBI for Monterey. Coleman Poje added a 3-for-4 performance with a home run and three RBI, while James Prockish also collected three hits. Steven Longo and Morgan Blatnik each scored twice, and Brooks Benson drove in two runs.

George Faue earned the win for Monterey after allowing three hits and two runs over seven innings. He walked two and struck out 15. Andrew Arnold and Aaron Cook each added a scoreless inning in relief. Bakersfield starter Emmanuel Velasquez took the loss after surrendering 10 earned runs on nine hits in 2.1 innings.

Monterey Amberjacks Hold Off Wasco Reserve 5-4

June 13 2019 The Monterey Amberjack

June 13 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated Wasco Reserve 5-4, overcoming a late ninth-inning rally to secure the win. Monterey collected nine hits and scored twice in the third inning before adding three runs in the fifth to take a 5-1 lead. Wasco answered with one run in the fourth, two in the sixth and one in the ninth, but could not complete the comeback.

Coleman Poje powered Monterey’s offense, going 2-for-4 with two home runs, a double and four RBIs. Seth Strong added an RBI, while Morgan Blatnik and Nathaniel Thompson each scored twice. Wasco’s Corey Davis Jr. went 3-for-4 with two doubles and two runs, and Charlie Padilla drove in two runs.

Ty Tracy earned the win after allowing seven hits and three runs, only one earned, in eight innings. He struck out four without issuing a walk. Ulysses Ramos worked the ninth for the save, allowing one hit and one earned run. Arton Rank took the loss for Wasco after surrendering seven hits and five earned runs in six innings, with five walks and four strikeouts.

Bakersfield Train Robbers Roll Past Monterey Amberjacks 12-4

June 12 2019 The Bakersfield Train

June 12 2019 The Bakersfield Train Robbers defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 12-4 after collecting 18 hits at Historic Sam Lynn Ballpark. Bakersfield built an early 2-0 lead with one run in each of the first two innings before Monterey tied the game with two runs in the fourth. The Train Robbers regained the lead with a run in the fifth and added three in the sixth and one in the seventh to move ahead 7-4.

Bakersfield broke the game open with five runs in the eighth inning. Jose Arocha led the offense with four hits and three RBI, while Nathaniel Etheridge and Jarrett Hernandez each homered. Etheridge finished with three hits and two RBI, Hernandez added three hits and one RBI, and Andres Rios contributed three hits and two RBI. Luis Alvarado drove in two runs and Karlos Joseph added one RBI.

Reid Feeley earned the win for Bakersfield after allowing six hits and two earned runs over six innings. He walked two and struck out nine. Spencer Backstrom followed with 1.2 scoreless innings and five strikeouts, while S. Valenzuela completed the game with a scoreless ninth and two strikeouts.

Seth Strong hit Monterey"s lone home run and drove in two runs. James Prockish had two hits, and Monterey scored twice in the fourth and twice in the seventh. Ken Williams took the loss after allowing four earned runs on seven hits in 2.2 innings. Monterey manager C. Garza was ejected in the bottom of the sixth inning.

High Desert Yardbirds Outslug Monterey Amberjacks 17-12

June 11 2019 The High Desert Yardbi

June 11 2019 The High Desert Yardbirds defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 17-12 in a high-scoring game at Adelanto Stadium. High Desert collected 23 hits and scored in seven innings, including a five-run fourth and three-run innings in both the sixth and eighth. Monterey finished with 17 hits and closed the scoring with four runs in the ninth, but could not complete the comeback.

Daniel Anciso led the Yardbirds’ offensive attack with four hits, two home runs and eight RBI. Danny Kerr added five hits and three runs, while Slayton Vaughan and Anthony Ward each had three hits. Daniel Gardner scored twice and had two hits, and Dillon Fahr drove in two runs. Anciso’s two homers accounted for High Desert’s only home runs of the game.

Monterey was paced by Coleman Poje and Morgan Blatnik with three hits apiece. Poje drove in four runs and hit a home run, while Thomas Prospero added two hits, two RBI and a home run. James Prockish had two hits and one RBI, and Griffin Barnes contributed two hits and two RBI.

Kyle Hodgson was credited with the win for High Desert after allowing six hits and five earned runs over four innings while striking out six and walking one. High Desert used five pitchers and finished with 12 strikeouts. Jonathan Vance took the loss for Monterey, surrendering 18 hits and 14 runs, 13 earned, in six innings with six strikeouts and one walk.

Bakersfield Train Robbers Edge Monterey Amberjacks in 11 Innings

June 10 2019 The Bakersfield Train

June 10 2019 The Bakersfield Train Robbers defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 5-4 in 11 innings at Historic Sam Lynn Ballpark. Bakersfield finished with six hits and three errors while Monterey collected eight hits and also committed three errors.

Monterey took a 4-2 lead with one run in the seventh inning and three in the eighth. Bakersfield answered with two runs in the ninth to tie the game before scoring the go-ahead run in the 11th. The Train Robbers also scored in the first and sixth innings.

Karlos Joseph drove in two runs for Bakersfield and hit a home run. Deandre Smith went 2-for-5 with a home run and an RBI, while Nathaniel Etheridge added a hit and an RBI. For Monterey, Vaihab Dasai had two hits and an RBI, and Morgan Blatnik and Brooks Benson each drove in a run; Benson also homered.

Spencer Backstrom earned the win after allowing no hits or runs in two innings while striking out three. Starter E. Alvarez worked nine innings for Bakersfield, surrendering eight hits and four runs, three earned, with 12 strikeouts. Monterey starter Joseph Broderick struck out 10 and allowed five hits and two runs, one earned, over seven innings. Andrew Arnold was charged with the loss after pitching 1.2 innings.

Monterey Amberjacks Defeat Wasco Reserve 5-3

June 9 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

June 9 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated Wasco Reserve 5-3, collecting five hits while holding Wasco to four. Monterey took an early lead with three runs in the first inning and added another in the second before Wasco answered with two runs in the third and one in the sixth. The Amberjacks scored their final run in the eighth inning to secure the victory.

Nathaniel Thompson scored twice and drove in one run for Monterey, while Morgan Blatnik, James Prockish, Seth Strong and Thomas Prospero each recorded a hit and an RBI. Wasco’s Jordan Dicks went 1-for-4 with a run and an RBI, and Darren Love also had a hit and drove in a run. Scott Martinez added Wasco’s other hit and scored once.

George Faue earned the win after allowing four hits and three runs, two earned, in seven innings. He issued no walks and struck out 11. Hunter Parkinson struck out three in a scoreless eighth, and Aaron Cook worked a scoreless ninth for the save. Wasco starter Alex Goodman took the loss after pitching eight innings and allowing five runs on five hits with three walks and five strikeouts.

Monterey Amberjacks Hold Off Wasco Reserve 5-3

June 8 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

June 8 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated Wasco Reserve 5-3, using an early offensive push and a strong pitching performance from Ty Tracy to secure the win. Monterey scored twice in the first inning and added two more runs in the third to take a 4-0 lead before Wasco answered. Wasco scored twice in the fifth and once in the eighth, but Monterey added an insurance run in the seventh to maintain its advantage. Wasco collected eight hits overall, while Monterey finished with five hits and committed two errors. Seth Strong led Monterey with a double, one hit and three RBI. James Prockish and Thomas Prospero also drove in runs, while Nathaniel Thompson and Aaron Cook each recorded a hit. Evan Hirschbaum paced Wasco with two hits and one RBI, and Justin Crider added two RBI. Tracy earned the win after allowing two runs, one earned, on six hits over seven innings. He struck out seven and issued no walks. Andrew Arnold worked a scoreless eighth before Ulysses Ramos closed the game with a scoreless ninth for the save. Wasco starter Arton Rank took the loss despite striking out nine in 6 1/3 innings, allowing five runs on five hits with six walks.

Wasco Reserve Rally Past Monterey Amberjacks 4-3

June 7 2019 Wasco Reserve scored fo

June 7 2019 Wasco Reserve scored four unanswered runs over the seventh and eighth innings to defeat the Monterey Amberjacks 4-3. Wasco trailed 3-0 after six innings before scoring twice in the seventh and twice in the eighth. Monterey scored once in the fourth and twice in the sixth. Corey Davis Jr. scored twice for Wasco and had one hit, while Evan Hirschbaum and Darren Love each drove in a run. Justin Crider also recorded an RBI. Wasco finished with two hits and seven walks. Monterey collected five hits, with Conyal Cody hitting a home run and driving in a run. Cody also scored once, while B. Giland and Nathaniel Thompson each had a hit and scored a run. James Prockish added a hit and an RBI. Dmitry Shtykher worked seven innings for Wasco, allowing five hits and three earned runs while striking out six. Alex Chapman pitched a scoreless eighth with one strikeout, and Mitchell Langer closed with a scoreless ninth and three strikeouts for the save. Monterey starter Conyal Cody was dominant through six scoreless innings, allowing no hits and striking out nine, but Ken Williams and Daniel Bodishbaugh combined to allow the four Wasco runs. Bodishbaugh was charged with the loss, while the box score lists Konosuke Kawagashi as the winning pitcher.

Wasco Reserve Rallies Past Monterey Amberjacks 13-8

June 6 2019 Wasco Reserve overcame

June 6 2019 Wasco Reserve overcame an early deficit with an 11-run fourth inning and defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 13-8 at Wasco Recreation Ballpark. Monterey scored three runs in the first inning, one in the second, two in the fourth and two in the fifth, while Wasco added one run in the first and fifth innings around its decisive fourth-inning outburst. The Amberjacks finished with 14 hits and four errors, while Wasco collected 12 hits and committed two errors.

Corey Davis Jr. led Wasco with three hits, including a triple, three RBI and two runs scored. Charlie Padilla had two hits, three walks and two RBI, while Justin Crider went 2-for-3 with two RBI and two runs. Darren Love added two hits, including two doubles, with two runs and one RBI. Monterey’s Thomas Prospero had three hits and two RBI, while Seth Strong and Nathaniel Thompson each recorded two hits. Jonathan Vance hit a home run for Monterey and also drove in a run.

Alex Hernandez earned the win for Wasco after allowing eight runs, all earned, on 13 hits in seven innings. He walked four and struck out three. Adam Ramirez and Mitchell Langer each worked a scoreless inning to close out the victory. Monterey starter Jonathan Vance took the loss after surrendering nine runs, all earned, on nine hits in 3 1/3 innings, with four walks and three strikeouts. Hunter Parkinson provided three scoreless innings of relief and struck out seven for the Amberjacks.

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Monterey Amberjacks4 Bakersfield Train Robbers 2

This game was played on 6/5/2019 at Sam Lynn Ballpark

High Desert Yardbirds Rally Past Monterey Amberjacks 3-2

June 4 2019 The High Desert Yardbir

June 4 2019 The High Desert Yardbirds defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 3-2 at Adelanto Stadium. High Desert scored twice in the sixth inning and added the go-ahead run in the ninth to overcome Monterey’s two-run fourth inning and secure the victory.

James Prockish provided Monterey’s offense with a two-run home run in the fourth inning. He finished 2-for-4 with two RBI, while Monterey collected five hits overall. High Desert had nine hits, led by Slayton Vaughan’s 2-for-5 performance and two-hit efforts from D. Reddy and Dillon Fahr.

High Desert starter Colton Draney allowed two runs on four hits over five innings with five strikeouts and three walks. Chase Martin and Austin Brown combined for 2.0 scoreless innings before John Kopicky earned the win with two scoreless innings, allowing one hit and striking out two.

Monterey starter George Faue held High Desert scoreless for five innings while striking out eight and allowing five hits and five walks. Andrew Arnold followed with three innings, permitting two runs, and Daniel Bodishbaugh took the loss after allowing one earned run and issuing three walks without recording an out.

High Desert Yardbirds Defeat Monterey Amberjacks 7-3

June 3 2019 The High Desert Yardbir

June 3 2019 The High Desert Yardbirds defeated the Monterey Amberjacks 7-3 at Adelanto Stadium. High Desert finished with nine hits and no errors, while Monterey collected seven hits and committed one error.

High Desert took control with two runs in the second inning and added single runs in the third fifth and sixth before scoring twice in the seventh. Daniel Gardner went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. Slayton Vaughan and Hector Morales each drove in two runs, while Aiden Brook had two hits and one RBI. Dillon Fahr and D.J. Reddy each scored twice, with Reddy adding two doubles and a stolen base.

Monterey scored twice in the fourth and once in the fifth. Nathaniel Thompson went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI, and James Prockish tripled. Steven Longo added a hit and one RBI, while B. Giland and Seth Strong each scored once.

Andrew Mclaughlin earned the win for High Desert after allowing six hits and three earned runs in five innings. He walked five and struck out eight. High Desert"s bullpen combined for four scoreless innings, with Billy Harmon striking out two in one inning and John Kopicky Nate Doiron and A. Cartier each contributing a scoreless inning. Ty Tracy took the loss for Monterey after allowing seven hits and four earned runs in five innings with four strikeouts.

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Monterey Amberjacks 9 California Ci

Monterey Amberjacks 9 California City Whiptails 2

This game was played on 6/2/2019 at Sollecito Park

Monterey Amberjacks Beat California City Whiptails 10-5

June 1 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

June 1 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks defeated the California City Whiptails 10-5 at Sollectio Park. Monterey collected 10 hits and scored in the first second fourth and sixth innings to build a 10-1 lead before California scored four times in the ninth. The Amberjacks committed one error while the Whiptails had two.

Seth Strong powered Monterey with two home runs and four RBI. Steven Longo went 2-for-4 with two RBI and two runs scored while James Prockish added two hits and an RBI. Drew Bene scored twice and drove in two runs and Eric Olivo had two hits and a run. Monterey also received two hits and two RBI from Longo and two hits from Prockish as part of its 10-hit attack.

Jonathan Vance earned the win after allowing one run on four hits in six innings. He walked one and struck out eight. K. Williams and Jarett Viega each worked a scoreless inning with one strikeout, while Daniel Bodishbaugh pitched the ninth.

California"s late rally included four runs in the ninth. Brady Usherwood went 1-for-1 with two RBI and Blake Maddox had a hit and an RBI. Garin Shelton took the loss for the Whiptails after allowing six runs on four hits in three innings with five walks and three strikeouts.

Monterey Amberjacks 7 Wasco Reserve 1

Monterey Amberjacks 7 Wasco Reserve

Monterey Amberjacks 7 Wasco Reserve 1

This game was played on 5/31/2019 at Sollecito Park

Monterey Amberjacks Cruise Past Wasco Reserve 15-2

May 30 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks

May 30 2019 The Monterey Amberjacks scored 15 runs on 13 hits and defeated Wasco Reserve 15-2. Monterey took control with three runs in the first inning and six more in the second before adding two in the fifth and four in the seventh. Wasco scored once in the first and once in the eighth while collecting two hits.

George Faue earned the win for Monterey with five innings of one-hit ball. He allowed one run, which was unearned, walked two and struck out 14. Jarett Viega, Aaron Cook and Daniel Bodishbaugh each worked a scoreless inning in relief. Alex Hernandez took the loss for Wasco after allowing nine runs eight earned on six hits in 1.1 innings.

Vaihab Dasai went 2-for-5 with three runs and two RBI for Monterey, while Eric Olivo was 2-for-4 with three runs and a double. Seth Strong hit a home run and drove in three runs, and Aaron Cook added a home run with two RBI. James Prockish and B. Giland each collected two hits, and Thomas Prospero had a triple and two RBI. Evan Hirschbaum recorded Wasco’s only RBI.

Meet the Monterey Amberjacks Gameday Team

We invite you to our games in the 2

We invite you to our games in the 2019 season. Don"t forget your jackets. Monterey Amberjacks Gameday staff- Jordan Esposo, Cassidy Morrison, Humza Agua and Cole Morrison

Monterey Amberjacks Baseball Games & Youth Camp

Monterey Amberjacks Baseball Games & Youth Camp begin June 2019.

Monterey Amberjacks to host 2019 Tryout Camp

The Monterey Amberjacks will hold a

The Monterey Amberjacks will hold a one day tryout camp at Sollectio Park. May 28, 2019 at 9AM PST. The Tryout Camp will be conducted by Amberjacks Field Manager Cip Garza and is for players looking to play in the 2019 season. The cost for a player to attend the tryout is $100 and pre-registration is required. Players can register at this link.

The Monterey Amberjacks will return to the Pecos League for the 2019 season.

The Monterey Amberjacks will return

The Monterey Amberjacks will return to the Pecos League for the 2019 season. 2019 will be the 3rd season for the Jacks in Monterey.

The Amberjacks will play all 9 weekends at home in 2019, including two Thursday games. May 27 and July 4. The Amberjacks will open the 2019 season at home against Tucson on May 27.

All off season information will be updated at http://www.MontereyAmberjacks.com The complete 2019 Pecos League regular season schedule will be released in the Fall of 2019.

Monterey Amberjacks release their 2019 Schedule

The Monterey Amberjacks have releas

The Monterey Amberjacks have released their 2019 schedule. 2019 will be the 3rd season of Amberjacks Baseball in Monterey Bay.

The Amberjacks will play in Pecos Leagues Pacific Division. The Pacific Division will consist of the Tucson Saguaros, Monterey Amberjacks, Wasco Reserves, Bakersfield Train Robbers, High Desert Yardbirds and California City Whiptails

The Amberjacks will hold Spring Training in Bakersfield and Monterey. The Jacks will open the Regular Season on May 30 in Monterey against the Wasco Reserves.

Here is a breakdown of game schedule:

• Total Games: 64
• Total Home Games: 32
• Total Away Games: 32
• Roswell Invaders home Games: 2
• Tucson Saguaros home Games: 4
• Tucson Saguaros away Games: 1
• California City Whiptails Home Games: 5
• California City Whiptails Away Games: 7
• High Desert Yardbirds Home Games: 5
• High Desert Yardbirds Away Games7
• Bakersfield Train Robbers Home Games: 8
• Bakersfield Train Robbers Away Games:7
• Wasco Reservers Home Games: 8
• Wasco Reserves Away Games:10
  
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Monterey Amberjacks extend lease for 5 years

The Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda has agreed to extend the Monterey Amberjacks lease at Sollectio Park for five years.

The Amberjacks will remain at in Monterey through the 2023 season. With another extension to be reviewed at that point. The Amberjacks will continue to play their Friday-Saturday-Sunday schedule and run youth camps. The Amberjacks will get two Thursday games in 2019 one on opening day and one on the 4th of July.

Monterey is one of most beautiful places to watch a baseball game at any level. Unlike the other desert cities in the Pecos League"s Pacific Division with average temperatures in Monterey ranging from 55 to 70. With breathtaking views of Monterey Bay from the stadium and a brand new fieldturf infield.

"We love playing home games in Monterey. It is so great to play games in such cool weather. That is why the Amberjacks have such a good winning percentage at home. We have the true Pecos League homefield advantage." say Amberjacks 2018 Manager Edison Alvarez.



The Amberjacks will open the 2019 season at home on Thursday May 30 and play 29 home games. Their final schedule with opponents will be released in October. For more information about the Amberjacks visit http://www.MontereyAmberjacks.com