2016 White Sands Pupfish News

Former White Sands Pupfish Yermin Mercedes has banner year for Oriole A Ball Teams.

Yermin Mercedes who played in 91 ga

Yermin Mercedes who played in 91 games for the Delmarva Shorebirds this season, before being promoted to the Frederick Keys of the Carolina League. Yermin leaves Delmarva with the South Atlantic Leagues highest active batting average (.353), best slugging percentage (.579), second highest on-base percentage (.411) and the fourth most home runs (14).

The 5-foot-11 catcher totaled 383 plate appearances, which surpassed the 376 necessary to qualify for the league batting title at the end of the season. With the Shorebirds this season, Mercedes took home an SAL Player of the Week award twice and was the North"s starting catcher in the SAL All-Star Game in Lexington, Kentucky. The 23-year-old broke into minor league baseball with the Washington Nationals" DSL club in 2011. The Orioles signed him from the White Sands Pupfish in the in September 2014.

This season with the Shorebirds, the Dominican Republic native had 10 games in which he notched three or more hits, 12 games with multiple RBIs and 21 games in which he touched four or more bases. On July 23, Mercedes hit three home runs in an 8-6 Delmarva win over the Kannapolis Intimidators.

Mercedes hit 6 home runs in Frederick in 107 at bats to complete his season.

Former White Sands Pupfish Chris Smith called up to Toronto Blue Jays

Former White Sands Pupfish pitcher

Former White Sands Pupfish pitcher Chris Smith has been called up to the Major Leagues. He will finish the season with the Toronto Blue Jays who are battling for the American League Wild Card. Smith"s contract has been purchased from AAA Buffalo.

Chris Smith spent most of the 2016 season at double-A before earning a promotion to triple-A in late August. In 47 total relief appearances, the 28-year-old posted a 1.93 ERA with 81 strikeouts against 22 walks in 60.2 innings this year.

Chris Smith pitched 32 innings for the Pupfish in 2011 going 3-0 with a 1.41 ERA. He later pitched in the Frontier League and New York Yankees organization before signing with the Toronto Blue Jays Organization in 2015.

Smith is the 2nd Pecos League player to get called up to a Major League Roster joining Jon Edwards.

Mickey Speaks is stepping down as manager of the White Sands Pupfish.

Mickey Speaks is stepping down as m

Mickey Speaks is stepping down as manager of the White Sands Pupfish.

Speaks is the all time Pupfish leader in games managed and wins. Mickey lead the Pupfish to a 29-40 finish in the 2016 season finishing 4th in the Southern Division. Mickey lead the Pupfish to a 37-28 finish in the 2015 season narrowly missing the playoffs finishing in 3rd place in the Southern Division. Pecos League Commissioner Andrew Dunn says "Mickey has been great for the Pupfish, the Pupfish needed a manager that could turn the team around and he has down that. He has won games and been competitive in the very tough Southern Division."

White Pupfish Pupfish set to begin their 7th season in Alamogordo in 2017

The White Sands Pupfish will return

The White Sands Pupfish will return for their 7th season in 2017. The Pupfish will hold Spring Training in Alamogordo before opening at home against either the Roswell Invaders or Las Cruces Vaqueros on May 19th. The Pupfish will host multiple teams for Spring Training beginning on May 10th.

The City of Alamogordo has a huge turnover in City Government and recently the German Airforce has announced they will be pulling out of Holloman.

"The Pupfish faithful and the City of Alamogordo rallied to show their support with the loss of Matt. The City has welcomed the Pupfish and would like them to stay. We are glad to continue the Pecos League Tradition in Alamogordo." says Pecos League Commissioner Andrew Dunn

Miscue gives the White Sands Pupfish 11-10 walk-off victory over the Roswell Invaders

A walk-off error from Joe Borowski brought home the winning run for the White Sands Pupfish (28-39) in an 11-10 victory over the Roswell Invaders (43-23) at Griggs Park on Wednesday.

Borowski reached base three times. He doubled in the sixth inning.

The two teams combined for 21 runs and 20 hits, including zero extra base hits. Relief pitchers got their fill of innings during the game, with the opposing managers using 12 pitchers in total.

Eric Kalbfliesh put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He singled in the eighth inning and doubled in the ninth inning.

Rob Rizzitelli got the win, running his season record to 1-4. He struck out two, walked none and surrendered one hit.

Thomas Huddleston couldnt get it done on the mound for the Roswell Invaders, taking a loss. He lasted just one-third of an inning, walked none, struck out none, and allowed no runs.

The White Sands Pupfish were sparked by Kalbfliesh and Graylin Derke, who teamed up for five hits and five RBIs.

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The Roswell Invaders make the most of 14 hits in 8-7 victory over the White Sands Pupfish

Jul 28 2016 12:00AM

Both the Roswell Invaders (44-23) and the White Sands Pupfish (28-40) put runners aboard on Thursday, but it was the Roswell Invaders that were able to take advantage, pulling out an 8-7 win at Joe Bauman Park.

Rene Moreda reached base three times. He scored two runs and had one RBI. He singled in the third and sixth innings.

Joe Borowski racked up two RBIs on four hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He singled in the first, third, fifth, and eighth innings.

Steven Cazares improved to 2-2 on the year by picking up the win for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed three runs over seven innings. Cazares struck out five, walked none and gave up 14 hits.

Taylor Elman (2-4) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed eight runs in six innings, walked two and struck out four.

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The Roswell Invaders jump on the White Sands Pupfish early and coast to 13-1 win

Jul 26 2016 12:00AM

The Roswell Invaders (43-22) shut the door early on the White Sands Pupfish (27-39), capturing a 13-1 victory on Tuesday at Joe Bauman Park.

With five runs in the first three innings, the Roswell Invaders left no doubt about the eventual outcome. A three-run double by Kaohu Gasper during the first inning supplied the early offense for the Roswell Invaders.

Joey Miller racked up six RBIs on one hit for the Roswell Invaders. He homered in the third inning.

Darrell Thompson brought the heat against the White Sands Pupfish during his outing. The White Sands Pupfish managed just one hit off of the the Roswell Invaders pitcher, who allowed one earned run, walked five and struck out eight during his six innings of work.

Graylin Derke was solid at the plate for the White Sands Pupfish. Derke went 1-4, drove in one and scored one run. He homered in the fourth inning.

Lucas McDonough couldnt get it done on the bump for the White Sands Pupfish, taking a loss. He allowed seven runs in four innings, walked six and struck out two.

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White Sands Pupfish 5 Roswell Invaders 4

Jul 25 2016 12:00AM

White Sands Pupfish 5 Roswell Invaders 4

This game was played on 7/25/2016 at Griggs Park

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Santa Fe Fuego 11 White Sands Pupfish 9

Jul 24 2016 12:00AM

Santa Fe Fuego 11 White Sands Pupfish 9

This game was played on 7/24/2016 at Fort Marcy

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Sixth-inning rally sparks blowout win for the White Sands Pupfish 11-4

Jul 23 2016 12:00AM

A seven-run explosion in the sixth inning lifted the White Sands Pupfish (26-37) to an 11-4 win in seven innings over the Santa Fe Fuego at Fort Marcy Park on Saturday.

The White Sands Pupfish scored in the sixth on a solo home run by Zac Johnson, a two-run single by Aaron Olivas, a two-run single by Eric Kalbfliesh, and a two-run home run by Joe Borowski.

Graylin Derke racked up three RBIs on four hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He homered in the fifth inning, doubled in the sixth inning, and singled in the first and seventh innings.

Matt Haskins racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Santa Fe Fuego (16-46). He singled in the second inning and homered in the fourth inning.

Taylor Elman improved to 2-3 on the year by picking up the win for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed four runs over seven innings. He struck out five, walked one and surrendered nine hits.

Nick Minot ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his second loss of the year. He lasted just five innings, walked four, struck out seven, and allowed five runs.

The White Sands Pupfish hammered the Santa Fe Fuego pitching as six hitters had a field day, combining for 12 hits, 11 RBIs and nine runs scored.

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The White Sands Pupfish score early and often in 22-4 win over the Santa Fe Fuego

Jul 22 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (25-37) continued to pile up the runs on Friday, scoring 11 runs in the last three innings, en route to an easy 22-4 win over the Santa Fe Fuego (16-45) at Fort Marcy Park.

The White Sands Pupfish scored eight runs in the eighth on the White Sands Pupfish scored in the eighth on , a two-run double by Zac Johnson, a two-run double by Tyler Lord, and a three-run home run by Macyn Clifford.

Aaron Olivass had a hot bat, as he picked up five hits off the Santa Fe Fuego pitching. He doubled in the first inning and singled in the second, fourth, and fifth innings.

Daniel Aldrich reached base two times in the game for the Santa Fe Fuego. He scored two runs and had one RBI. He homered in the second inning.

Anthony Pastrana recorded his fifth win of the year for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed four runs over seven innings. He struck out 12, walked two and surrendered eight hits.

Zack Carter (2-5) was the games losing pitcher. He allowed 11 runs in six innings, walked two and struck out three.

The White Sands Pupfish pounded the Santa Fe Fuego pitching, as eight hitters combined for 21 hits, 21 RBIs and 19 runs scored.

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The Santa Fe Fuego outlast the White Sands Pupfish in high-scoring affair 16-15

Jul 21 2016 12:00AM

The bats were busy at Fort Marcy Park on Thursday, and when the dust cleared the Santa Fe Fuego (16-44) had a 16-15 win over the White Sands Pupfish (24-37).

The teams totaled 35 hits in the game.

Eric Maria put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the Santa Fe Fuego. He singled in the second inning, doubled in the fifth inning, and homered in the seventh inning.

Nick Minot improved to 1-1 on the year by picking up the win for the Santa Fe Fuego. Minot struck out two, walked none and gave up one hit.

Zac Johnson was charged with his second loss of the year. He lasted just 3 1/3 innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed two runs.

The Santa Fe Fuego hammered the White Sands Pupfish pitching as seven hitters had a field day, combining for 13 hits, 15 RBIs and 15 runs scored.

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Calby allows no runs to lead the Roswell Invaders past the White Sands Pupfish 13-0

Jul 20 2016 12:00AM

Ryan Calby kept the White Sands Pupfish (24-36) off the board during his seven innings of work and the Roswell Invaders (42-17) beat the White Sands Pupfish, 13-0.

Calby struck out six and allowed three walks and three hits.

The Roswell Invaders ran up the score, scoring runs at will until the final out. The Roswell Invaders scored four runs in the final three innings to cap the blowout win. A home run by Kaohu Gasper helped the Roswell Invaders score four runs in the first. The Roswell Invaders had three hits in the inning.

Rene Moreda had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He doubled in the fifth inning and singled in the first and seventh innings.

Nick Bozman couldnt get it done on the rubber for the White Sands Pupfish, taking a loss. He allowed nine runs in six innings, walked four and struck out six.

Christian Johnson, Moreda, Bryce Skelton and Gasper helped lead the Roswell Invaders. They combined for nine hits and eight RBIs.

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Airman surprises familiy at White Sands Pupfish Game

Jul 20 2016 12:00AM

Airman Eduardo Camacho surprised his wife, Jessica, and children Angel, Kai and Donovan on Saturday evening during the White Sands Pupfish game. Eduardo serves at Holloman Air Force Base and is a member of the 49th Civil Engineering Squadron. Story and video presented by Peter Dindinger/Alamogordo Daily News

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The White Sands Pupfish make the most of 8 hits in 7-2 victory over the Roswell Invaders

Jul 19 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (24-35) and the Roswell Invaders (41-17) both threatened with rallies, but it was the White Sands Pupfish that eventually took advantage of them in a 7-2 win at Griggs Park.

Vladimer Gomez did his best to jumpstart the offense for the White Sands Pupfish, reaching base three times. He scored one run and had one RBI. He singled in the third and fifth innings.

Garret Alvarez picked up the win for the White Sands Pupfish. Alvarez allowed no earned runs, seven hits and one walk while striking out five over seven innings of work.

Cody Coffman had two extra-base hits for the Roswell Invaders. He doubled in the first and eighth innings.

Eric Gleese ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just six innings, walked two, struck out five, and allowed five runs.

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The White Sands Pupfish outdone by Coffman and the Roswell Invaders 9-6

Jul 18 2016 12:00AM

The Roswell Invaders (41-16) beat the White Sands Pupfish (23-35) 9-6 on Monday at Joe Bauman Park behind Cody Coffman, who had two extra base hits. He singled in the first inning, homered in the fourth inning, and doubled in the fifth inning.

Zac Johnson was solid at the plate for the White Sands Pupfish. Johnson went 2-4, drove in one and scored one run. He homered in the third inning and singled in the eighth inning.

David Johnson improved to 9-2 on the year by picking up the win for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed four runs over six innings. He struck out six, walked none and surrendered 10 hits.

Taylor Elman ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his third loss of the year. He allowed eight runs in five innings, walked one and struck out eight.

Coffman, Bobby Webb, Rene Moreda and Joey Miller helped lead the Roswell Invaders. They combined for 11 hits and eight RBIs.

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The Trinidad Triggers take out the White Sands Pupfish with help from Frazier 10-7

Jul 17 2016 12:00AM

Brian Frazier went 1-3 and hit a home run as the Trinidad Triggers (30-25) took home a 10-7 victory over the White Sands Pupfish (23-34) at Griggs Park on Sunday. He.

Vladimer Gomez had a hot bat for the White Sands Pupfish. Gomez went 1-5, drove in one and scored two runs. He homered in the seventh inning.

Eric Williams recorded his first win of the year for the Trinidad Triggers. He allowed two runs over 3 2/3 innings. He struck out four, walked one and surrendered two hits.

Peyton Baskette (0-1) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He lasted just 3 2/3 innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed three runs.

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TJ Wharton traded from White Sands Pupfish to Ottawa Champions

Jul 16 2016 12:00AM

TJ Wharton has been traded from Whi

TJ Wharton has been traded from White Sands Pupfish to the Ottawa Champions of the Can-Am League. TJ played 3b and C for the Pupfish and was a Pecos League All-Star.

TJ will join former Roswell Invaders catcher Danny Grauer in Ottawa.

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The Trinidad Triggers late runs seal 11-2 blowout over the White Sands Pupfish

Jul 16 2016 12:00AM

The Trinidad Triggers (29-25) scored four runs in the eighth to cap an 11-2 win over the White Sands Pupfish (23-33) on Saturday.

The Trinidad Triggers scored in the eighth on an error, an RBI double by Eric Poldroo, a wild pitch, and.

Caleb Baker reached base four times. He scored two runs and had one RBI. He singled in the first and third innings and homered in the seventh inning.

Kyle McKay racked up seven strikeouts in the the Trinidad Triggers win. McKay allowed no earned runs on three hits and two walks over six innings.

Eric Kalbfliesh led the White Sands Pupfishs offensive threat, as he got on base three times in the game. He singled in the sixth inning and doubled in the eighth inning.

Zach Skelton couldnt get it done on the bump for the White Sands Pupfish, taking a loss. He allowed six runs in six innings, walked one and struck out four.

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Kalbfliesh helps the White Sands Pupfish down the Trinidad Triggers 7-6

Jul 16 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (23-32) beat the Trinidad Triggers (28-25) 7-6 on Friday at Alamogordo, New Mexico behind Eric Kalbfliesh, who went 4-4 at the plate. He homered in the fourth inning, doubled in the fifth inning, and singled in the second and eighth innings.

Nick Bozman struck out eight hitters en route to the the White Sands Pupfish win. Bozman allowed four earned runs, five hits and three walks over 7 2/3 innings.

Caleb Baker paced the Trinidad Triggers at the plate. Baker went 3-5, drove in one and scored one run. He doubled in the sixth inning and singled in the eighth and ninth innings.

Christian Schneider (3-3) was the games losing pitcher. He allowed six runs in six innings, walked one and struck out nine.

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Borowskis gives the White Sands Pupfish walk-off win over the Trinidad Triggers 7-6

Jul 14 2016 12:00AM

A walk-off from Joe Borowski brought home the winning run for the White Sands Pupfish (22-32) in a 7-6 victory over the Trinidad Triggers (28-24) at Griggs Park on Thursday.

Borowski racked up four RBIs on one hit for the White Sands Pupfish. He.

Garret Alvarez pitched 6 2/3 innings and allowed one earned run, five hits and two walks while striking out three.

The Trinidad Triggers were led by a flawless day at the dish by Anthony Puma, who went 2-2 against the White Sands Pupfishs pitching. He singled in the second and fourth innings.

Chris Stout got the win, running his season record to 2-1. Stout struck out none, walked none and gave up no hits.

Daniel Karasinski couldnt get it done on the mound for the Trinidad Triggers, taking a loss. He lasted just one-third of an inning, walked one, struck out none, and allowed one run.

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Heck helps the Tucson Saguaros down the White Sands Pupfish 4-3

Jul 10 2016 12:00AM

Jimmy Heck collected three hits, helping the Tucson Saguaros (38-13) to a 4-3 victory over the White Sands Pupfish (21-32) on Sunday at Warren. He doubled in the second inning and singled in the fourth and eighth innings.

Tyler Herr brought the heat against the White Sands Pupfish during his outing. Herr held the White Sands Pupfish hitless over 2 2/3 innings, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out five.

TJ Wharton racked up two RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He homered in the first inning and singled in the fifth and seventh innings.

Brandon Cook recorded his second win of the year for the Tucson Saguaros. He allowed three runs over six innings. Cook struck out three, walked two and gave up eight hits.

Taylor Elman (1-2) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He lasted just seven innings, walked none, struck out three, and allowed four runs.

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Borkowski allows no runs to lead the Tucson Saguaros past the White Sands Pupfish 4-0

Jul 9 2016 12:00AM

Steven Borkowski kept the White Sands Pupfish (21-31) off the board during his six innings of work and the Tucson Saguaros (37-13) beat the White Sands Pupfish, 4-0.

Borkowski struck out four and allowed three walks and three hits.

The Tucson Saguaros were led by a flawless day at the dish by Michael Morris, who went 3-3 against the White Sands Pupfishs pitching. He singled in the fifth, seventh, and eighth innings.

Despite the loss, the White Sands Pupfishs Anthony Pastrana dominated the Tucson Saguaros batters, giving up one run and striking out five.

Pastrana (4-4) was the games losing pitcher.

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Offenses dominate as the Tucson Saguaros outscore the White Sands Pupfish 14-11

Jul 9 2016 12:00AM

The bats were busy at Kino Veterans on Friday, and when the dust cleared the Tucson Saguaros (36-13) had a 14-11 win over the White Sands Pupfish (21-30).

The teams totaled 30 hits in the game.

Jesse Baker racked up three RBIs on four hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He singled in the first, third, fifth, and seventh innings.

Cameron Cox got his fifth win for the Tucson Saguaros despite allowing five runs over five innings. He struck out one, walked two and surrendered eight hits.

Zach Skelton (1-3) was the games losing pitcher. He allowed eight runs in four innings, walked five and struck out two.

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The Tucson Saguaros outlast the White Sands Pupfish in high-scoring affair 14-10

Jul 8 2016 12:00AM

Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair Thursday as the Tucson Saguaros (35-13) outscored the White Sands Pupfish (21-29) 14-10.

The two teams combined for 29 hits in the game.

Michael Rampone racked up five RBIs on two hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He singled in the third inning and doubled in the fourth innings.

The White Sands Pupfish couldnt get anything going so long as David Robles was on the hill. Robles held the White Sands Pupfish hitless over one inning, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out three.

Tyler Herr improved to 2-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Tucson Saguaros. He struck out one, walked one and surrendered no hits.

Andrew Millner (0-2) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He lasted just two-thirds of an inning, walked two, struck out one, and allowed five runs.

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Borowski helps the White Sands Pupfish down the Santa Fe Fuego 8-3

Jul 4 2016 12:00AM

Joe Borowski knocked in three runs as the White Sands Pupfish (21-28) took home an 8-3 victory over the Santa Fe Fuego (10-35) at Fort Marcy Park on Monday. He homered in the first inning and singled in the fifth inning.

Anthony Pastranas seven strikeouts helped the White Sands Pupfish to the victory. Pastrana allowed no earned runs, five hits and two walks over six innings.

Matt Haskins racked up two RBIs on three hits for the Santa Fe Fuego. He singled in the first and fifth innings and homered in the seventh inning.

Ryan Harper (2-7) took the loss for the Santa Fe Fuego. He allowed six runs in seven innings, walked one and struck out three.

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Olivas stars as the White Sands Pupfish defeat the Santa Fe Fuego 18-7

Jul 3 2016 12:00AM

An outstanding effort by Aaron Olivas led the White Sands Pupfish (20-28) to an 18-7 win over the Santa Fe Fuego (10-34) on Sunday at Fort Marcy Park.

Olivas racked up six RBIs on two hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He homered in the first inning.

Nine runs in the opening three innings allowed the White Sands Pupfish to easily put away the Santa Fe Fuego. An RBI single by Eric Kalbfliesh, a two-run single by Zac Johnson, an RBI single by Macyn Clifford, and a home run by Olivas in the first inning and a passed ball during the second inning fueled the White Sands Pupfishs offense early.

The Santa Fe Fuego were led by a flawless day at the dish by Eric Maria, who went 5-5 against the White Sands Pupfishs pitching. He singled in the first, third, fourth, and sixth innings and doubled in the eighth inning.

Garret Alvarez got his first win for the White Sands Pupfish despite allowing six runs over four innings. He struck out five, walked two and surrendered 10 hits.

Thomas Zarewicz ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his fifth loss of the year. He allowed eight runs in one inning, walked none and struck out none.

The White Sands Pupfish pounded the Santa Fe Fuego pitching, as seven hitters combined for 17 hits, 14 RBIs and 16 runs scored.

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Gomez stars as the White Sands Pupfish defeat the Santa Fe Fuego 16-7

Jul 2 2016 12:00AM

Saturday was a great day for Vladimer Gomez, as he hit two home runs to carry the White Sands Pupfish (19-28) to a 16-7 victory over the Santa Fe Fuego (10-33) at Fort Marcy Park.

The White Sands Pupfish blew out the Santa Fe Fuego thanks to 23 hits, including zero extra base hits. The White Sands Pupfish scored four runs in the seventh on the White Sands Pupfish scored in the seventh on a solo home run by Eric Kalbfliesh, a two-run home run by Zac Johnson, and a solo home run by Gomez.

Daniel Aldrich had a busy day at the plate, collecting three extra-base hits. He doubled in the second and third innings and homered in the fifth inning.

Taylor Elman got his first win for the White Sands Pupfish despite allowing six runs over six innings. Elman struck out four, walked one and gave up 11 hits.

Luis Ortega couldnt get it done on the hill for the Santa Fe Fuego, taking a loss. He allowed 10 runs in five innings, walked two and struck out five.

The White Sands Pupfish pounded the Santa Fe Fuego pitching, as seven hitters combined for 19 hits, 15 RBIs and 12 runs scored.

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The White Sands Pupfish best the Santa Fe Fuego in shootout 10-9

Jul 1 2016 12:00AM

Pitchers had a tough day during the game between the White Sands Pupfish (18-28) and the Santa Fe Fuego (10-32), as the two teams put up 19 runs combined in a 10-9 the White Sands Pupfish win.

The two teams combined for 29 hits in the game.

Zac Johnson racked up three RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He singled in the third and eighth innings.

Eric Maria went a perfect 3-3 at the plate for the Santa Fe Fuego. He homered in the third inning and singled in the fifth and seventh innings.

Nick Bozman got the win, running his season record to 2-3. He allowed three runs over five innings. He struck out 10, walked four and surrendered six hits.

Eric Gleese was charged with his fifth loss of the year. He allowed eight runs in six innings, walked one and struck out five.

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The White Sands Pupfish take out the Santa Fe Fuego with help from Clifford 4-3

Jul 1 2016 12:00AM

Macyn Clifford went 2-4 and hit a home run as the White Sands Pupfish (17-28) took home a 4-3 victory over the Santa Fe Fuego (10-31) at Fort Marcy Park on Thursday. He homered in the second inning and singled in the sixth inning.

Zach Skelton picked up the win for the White Sands Pupfish. Skelton pitched seven innings and allowed two earned runs, seven hits and no walks while striking out four.

Louis Martini paced the Santa Fe Fuego at the plate. Martini went 2-3, drove in one and scored one run. He singled in the third inning and homered in the sixth inning.

Zack Carter ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his third loss of the year. He lasted just eight innings, walked none, struck out three, and allowed four runs.

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The White Sands Pupfish get key pinch-hit in 12-8 victory over the Roswell Invaders

Jun 29 2016 12:00AM

Eric Kalbfliesh was cold coming off the bench, but Kalbfliesh warmed up quickly as Kalbfliesh stroked a key pinch-hit single in the one to lead the White Sands Pupfish (16-28) to a 12-8 win over the Roswell Invaders (29-12) on Wednesday at Griggs Park, Alamogordo NM.

With the game scoreless in the first inning Kalbfliesh came to the plate and singled.

Each team blasted the others pitching, and there were 20 total runs and 32 hits during the game. Both bullpens were busy with 10 pitchers used in the game as the skippers of both squads tried to finish it off.

Dubal Baez put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He doubled in the first inning and tripled in the fourth inning.

Christian Johnson racked up five RBIs on three hits for the Roswell Invaders. He homered in the sixth inning, doubled in the seventh inning, and singled in the ninth inning.

Anthony Pastrana got his third win for the White Sands Pupfish despite allowing five runs over five innings. He struck out two, walked two and surrendered 10 hits.

Blake Oliver (4-1) took the loss for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed 11 runs in five innings, walked two and struck out three.

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Miller leads the Roswell Invaders to 12-8 win over the White Sands Pupfish

Jun 28 2016 12:00AM

An impressive effort by Joey Miller hoisted the Roswell Invaders (29-11) to a 12-8 win over the White Sands Pupfish (15-28) on Tuesday at Joe Bauman Park.

Miller racked up six RBIs on four hits for the Roswell Invaders. He homered in the first and second innings and singled in the fourth and seventh innings.

Both squads had things going at the plate, tallying 20 runs and 32 hits, including zero extra base hits. Managers of the two teams seemingly emptied their bullpens in search of the win, as there were eight pitchers used in the game.

Dubal Baez paced the White Sands Pupfish at the plate. Baez went 4-5, drove in one and scored three runs. He doubled in the seventh inning and singled in the first, fourth, and ninth innings.

David Johnson got his sixth win for the Roswell Invaders despite allowing six runs over seven innings. He struck out seven, walked two and surrendered 11 hits.

Andrew Millner took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed 10 runs in four innings, walked two and struck out five.

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The White Sands Pupfish takes advantage of late error to beat the Roswell Invaders 7-6

Jun 27 2016 12:00AM

A walk-off error from Aaron Olivas brought home the winning run for the White Sands Pupfish (15-27) in a 7-6 victory over the Roswell Invaders (28-11) in 10 innings at Griggs Park, Alamogordo NM on Monday.

It was a good day at the plate for the White Sands Pupfishs Dubal Baez. Baez went 2-4 and scored two runs. He singled in the first and sixth innings and doubled in the eighth inning.

Tyler Stirewalt got the win, running his season record to 2-1. He allowed three runs over 3 1/3 innings. He struck out six, walked three and surrendered three hits.

Ryan Calby couldnt get it done on the bump for the Roswell Invaders, taking a loss. He lasted just one inning, walked none, struck out one, and allowed one run.

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The Santa Fe Fuego best the White Sands Pupfish in shootout 10-8

Jun 27 2016 12:00AM

The bats were busy at Fort Marcy Park on Sunday, and when the dust cleared the Santa Fe Fuego (9-29) had a 10-8 win over the White Sands Pupfish (14-27).

The two teams combined for 25 hits in the game.

Omar Artsen racked up six RBIs on three hits for the Santa Fe Fuego. He singled in the fourth and sixth innings.

Ryo Ose recorded his first win of the year for the Santa Fe Fuego. He allowed one run over two-thirds of an inning. He struck out two, walked none and surrendered one hit.

Zac Johnson (1-1) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He lasted just two innings, walked none, struck out one, and allowed three runs.

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The Santa Fe Fuego make the most of 7 hits in 3-2 victory over the White Sands Pupfish

Jun 25 2016 12:00AM

The Santa Fe Fuego (8-29) and the White Sands Pupfish (14-26) both threatened with rallies, but it was the Santa Fe Fuego that eventually took advantage of them in a 3-2 win at Fort Marcy Park.

The fact that the Santa Fe Fuego grouped all of their runs into the sixth inning helped them take advantage of their hits.

The Santa Fe Fuego were led by Eric Marias hitting. Maria went 2-4, drove in one and scored one run. He singled in the eighth inning.

Eric Gleese picked up the win for the Santa Fe Fuego. Gleese allowed two earned runs, eight hits and two walks while striking out six over eight innings of work.

A bright spot for the White Sands Pupfish in the defeat was Taylor Elman, who allowed only three runs while striking out five.

Elman (0-2) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish.

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Martini leads the Santa Fe Fuego to 13-6 win over the White Sands Pupfish

Jun 24 2016 12:00AM

Louis Martini clubbed two home runs to carry the Santa Fe Fuego (7-29) to a 13-6 win over the White Sands Pupfish (14-25) at Fort Marcy Park.

Nine runs in the first three innings helped the Santa Fe Fuego blow out the White Sands Pupfish. A solo home run by Martini, a two-run home run by Martini, an RBI double by Chris Tavares, a two-run single by Daniel Muller, and a groundout by Bradley Thomas in the first inning and a two-run home run by Martini during the second inning fueled the Santa Fe Fuegos offense early.

Vladimer Gomez blasted two home runs for the White Sands Pupfish. Gomez went 2-4 in the game with three RBIs and two runs scored. Gomez homered in the fourth and sixth innings.

Zack Carter recorded his second win for the Santa Fe Fuego even though he allowed six runs over six innings. Carter struck out seven, walked one and gave up eight hits.

Frank Fantino ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his second loss of the year. He allowed 10 runs in 3 2/3 innings, walked two and struck out two.

The Santa Fe Fuego were sparked by Martini and Matt Haskins, who teamed up for eight hits and eight RBIs.

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The White Sands Pupfish escape the Santa Fe Fuego behind Pastranas 8 strikeouts 5-1

Jun 23 2016 12:00AM

An excellent effort by Anthony Pastrana lifted the White Sands Pupfish (14-24) to a 5-1 win over the Santa Fe Fuego (6-29) on Thursday at Fort Marcy Park.

Pastranas eight strikeouts were enough to push the White Sands Pupfish past the Santa Fe Fuego. Pastrana allowed no earned runs, five hits and four walks over nine innings.

Joe Borowski blasted two home runs for the White Sands Pupfish. Borowski went 2-3 in the game with three RBIs and two runs scored. Borowski homered in the first and third innings.

The White Sands Pupfish came out swinging, scoring four runs in the first inning to jump ahead of the Santa Fe Fuego early. The White Sands Pupfish scored in the first on an RBI single by Eric Kalbfliesh, an error, and a two-run home run by Borowski.

Ryan Harper ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his sixth loss of the year. He lasted just seven innings, walked four, struck out six, and allowed five runs.

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Rutledges walk-off single send the Alpine Cowboys home winners 13-12

Jun 22 2016 12:00AM

A walk-off single from Reagan Rutledge brought home the winning run for the Alpine Cowboys (20-14) in a 13-12 victory over the White Sands Pupfish in 11 innings at Kokernot Field on Wednesday.

Rutledge racked up three RBIs on three hits for the Alpine Cowboys. He singled in the seventh and eleventh innings.

Each team blasted the others pitching, and there were 25 total runs and 32 hits during the game. Relief pitchers got their fill of innings during the game, with the opposing managers using 11 pitchers in total.

Jon Denney put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the Alpine Cowboys. He homered in the second inning and doubled in the sixth inning.

Chris Rogers improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Alpine Cowboys. Rogers struck out none, walked none and gave up no hits.

Rob Rizzitelli (0-4) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish (13-24). He lasted just 2 1/3 innings, walked two, struck out two, and allowed two runs.

The Alpine Cowboys Phildrick Llewellyn, Denney, Eric Ferguson and Rutledge combined for 11 hits and six RBIs.

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Alpine Cowboys 6 White Sands Pupfish 5

Jun 21 2016 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 6 White Sands Pupfish 5

This game was played on 6/21/2016 at Kokernot Field

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The White Sands Pupfish top the Alpine Cowboys behind Gomezs 3 hits 9-2

Jun 21 2016 12:00AM

A great effort by Vladimer Gomez lifted the White Sands Pupfish (13-22) to a 9-2 win in seven innings over the Alpine Cowboys (18-14) on Tuesday at Kokernot Field.

Gomez hit two home runs for the White Sands Pupfish. Gomez went 3-4 in the game with three RBIs and three runs scored. Gomez homered in the first and seventh innings.

Everything was working at the plate for the the White Sands Pupfish in the first. In the inning the White Sands Pupfish scored six runs. The White Sands Pupfish scored in the first on an RBI single by TJ Wharton, a two-run double by Joe Borowski, an RBI double by Zac Johnson, and a two-run home run by Gomez.

Cameron Powers picked up the win for the White Sands Pupfish. Powers allowed two earned runs, six hits and two walks while striking out five over seven innings of work.

Korie Vire was charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just five innings, walked none, struck out four, and allowed two runs.

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Whartons big day not enough as the White Sands Pupfish fall to the Alpine Cowboys 9-3

Jun 20 2016 12:00AM

TJ Wharton hit two home runs, but it wasnt enough to carry the White Sands Pupfish (12-22) to a win on Monday, as the White Sands Pupfish fell to the Alpine Cowboys (18-13) 9-3 at Kokernot Field.

Everything was working at the plate for the the Alpine Cowboys in the sixth. In the inning the Alpine Cowboys scored five runs. The Alpine Cowboys scored in the sixth on a passed ball, a two-run triple by Ariel Adut, an error, and an RBI single by Daniel Aldrich.

Adut racked up two RBIs on three hits for the Alpine Cowboys.

Pat Lemmo picked up the win for the Alpine Cowboys. Lemmo pitched nine innings and allowed three earned runs, six hits and one walk while striking out seven.

Zach Skelton couldnt get it done on the mound for the White Sands Pupfish, taking a loss. He allowed seven runs in 5 2/3 innings, walked three and struck out six.

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The White Sands Pupfish outlast the Tucson Saguaros in high-scoring affair 13-12

Jun 19 2016 12:00AM

The bats were busy at Warren on Sunday, and when the dust cleared the White Sands Pupfish (12-21) had a 13-12 win over the Tucson Saguaros (26-7).

The two teams combined for 29 hits in the game.

Eric Kalbfliesh racked up five RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He doubled in the first inning and singled in the eighth inning.

Davon Poole racked up six RBIs on four hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He homered in the second inning, singled in the first and sixth innings, and tripled in the ninth inning.

Zac Johnson recorded his first win for the White Sands Pupfish even though he allowed five runs over 5 2/3 innings. He struck out three, walked five and surrendered six hits.

Danny Daniel ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He allowed 10 runs in four innings, walked two and struck out one.

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The White Sands Pupfish outdone by Woodard and the Roswell Invaders 9-5

Jun 19 2016 12:00AM

Roche Woodard went 2-5 and hit a home run, helping the Roswell Invaders (12-7) to a 9-5 victory over the White Sands Pupfish (9-12) on Tuesday at Joe Bauman Park. He homered in the second inning and singled in the sixth inning.

Lars Liguori handled the White Sands Pupfishs lineup with ease, racking up 10 strikeouts. Liguori allowed four earned runs, seven hits and one walk over seven innings.

Aaron Olivas racked up three RBIs on two hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He doubled in the third inning.

Lance Fairchild improved to 3-1 on the year by picking up the win for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed one run over one inning. He struck out none, walked none and surrendered one hit.

Tyler Stirewalt (1-1) was the games losing pitcher. He lasted just one-third of an inning, walked none, struck out one, and allowed four runs.

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Tucson Saguaros 11 White Sands Pupfish 4

Jun 18 2016 12:00AM

Tucson Saguaros 11 White Sands Pupfish 4

This game was played on 6/18/2016 at Kino Sports Complex

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The Tucson Saguaros get late runs to finish off the White Sands Pupfish 8-2

Jun 18 2016 12:00AM

The Tucson Saguaros (25-6) beat the White Sands Pupfish (11-20) 8-2 on Friday thanks to a three-run eighth inning.

A three-run home run by Ryan Retz delivered the runs in the eighth. The Tucson Saguaros had two hits in the inning.

Retz racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Tucson Saguaros.

Randy Keen picked up the win for the Tucson Saguaros. Keen allowed two earned runs, five hits and two walks while striking out four over seven innings of work.

Thompson Dylan got on base two times in the game for the White Sands Pupfish. He tripled in the third inning.

Dylan (2-2) was the games losing pitcher. He lasted just six innings, walked three, struck out five, and allowed four runs.

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The Tucson Saguaros offense too much for the White Sands Pupfish in 18-5 rout

Jun 17 2016 12:00AM

The Tucson Saguaros (24-6) took down the White Sands Pupfish (11-19) 18-5 on Wednesday at Griggs Park after slamming the White Sands Pupfish with 11 runs in the second inning.

The Tucson Saguaros scored in the second on a two-run error, an error, a two-run single by Michael Rampone, a two-run home run by Adam Urbania, an RBI single by Jesse Baker, an RBI double by Tanner Giesel, an error, and a sacrifice fly by Burnell Dailey.

Ryan Retz had a hot bat for the Tucson Saguaros. Retz went 4-6 and scored three runs. He doubled in the fifth inning and singled in the second, eighth, and ninth innings.

Tyler Herr brought the heat against the White Sands Pupfish during his outing. The White Sands Pupfish managed just one hit off of Herr, who allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out seven during his three innings of work.

Vladimer Gomez got on base three times in the game for the White Sands Pupfish. He scored one run and had two RBIs. He doubled in the sixth inning.

Cameron Cox improved to 4-2 on the year by picking up the win for the Tucson Saguaros. He allowed four runs over six innings. He struck out four, walked four and surrendered five hits.

Cameron Powers (0-4) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed 12 runs in four innings, walked none and struck out two.

The Tucson Saguaros hammered the White Sands Pupfish pitching as seven hitters had a field day, combining for 17 hits, 11 RBIs and 14 runs scored.

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Luebcke allows no runs to lead the Tucson Saguaros past the White Sands Pupfish 16-1

Jun 16 2016 12:00AM

Brian Luebcke kept the White Sands Pupfish (11-18) off the board during his six innings of work and the Tucson Saguaros (23-6) beat the White Sands Pupfish, 16-1.

Luebcke allowed six hits, one walk and struck out five.

Eight runs in the first three innings helped the Tucson Saguaros blow out the White Sands Pupfish. An RBI single by Luebcke and an RBI double by Burnell Dailey in the second inning helped the Tucson Saguaros put some runs on the board early.

Tanner Giesel racked up three RBIs on three hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He singled in the fifth inning and doubled in the fourth and sixth innings.

The Tucson Saguaros easily handled the White Sands Pupfish pitching as six hitters combined for 16 hits, 13 RBIs and 11 runs scored.

Taylor Elman ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with the loss. He allowed 11 runs in 3 2/3 innings, walked one and struck out one.

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The Tucson Saguaros drop the White Sands Pupfish 9-5 behind Retzs early

Jun 14 2016 12:00AM

Three first-inning runs helped the Tucson Saguaros (22-6) to a 9-5 win over the White Sands Pupfish (11-17) at Griggs Park on Tuesday.

The Tucson Saguaros scored in the first on , , and a passed ball.

Jesse Baker was hot from the plate for the Tucson Saguaros. Baker went 2-5, drove in one and scored one run.

Danny Daniel kept contact to a minimum, striking out seven the White Sands Pupfish batters. Daniel allowed two earned runs, four hits and three walks over six innings.

TJ Wharton racked up two RBIs on four hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He doubled in the fifth inning and singled in the third, eighth, and ninth innings.

Rob Rizzitelli was charged with his third loss of the year. He allowed six runs in six innings, walked five and struck out five.

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The Tucson Saguaros best the White Sands Pupfish in shootout 14-8

Jun 13 2016 12:00AM

The bats were busy at Griggs Park on Monday, and when the dust cleared the Tucson Saguaros (21-6) had a 14-8 win over the White Sands Pupfish (11-16).

The teams totaled 31 hits in the game.

The Tucson Saguaros blew out the White Sands Pupfish thanks to 19 hits, including zero extra base hits. The Tucson Saguaros scored three runs in the seventh on the Tucson Saguaros scored in the seventh on an RBI double by Michael Rampone, an RBI double by Ryan Retz, and an RBI single by Jesse Baker.

Adam Urbania racked up four RBIs on five hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He doubled in the fifth inning and singled in the first, second, fourth, and seventh innings.

Even though Steven Borkowski allowed five runs over eight innings he still recorded the victory, his fourth of the season. He struck out 10, walked eight and surrendered eight hits.

Nick Bozman (1-3) was the games losing pitcher. He allowed nine runs in four innings, walked four and struck out five.

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The Roswell Invaders offense erupts for 16 runs in blowout victory over the White Sands Pupfish

Jun 12 2016 12:00AM

The Roswell Invaders (15-9) continued to pile up the runs on Sunday, scoring six runs in the last three innings, on the way to a 16-4 landslide win over the White Sands Pupfish (11-15) at Griggs Park.

The Roswell Invaders scored six runs in the second on the Roswell Invaders scored in the second on a three-run home run by Jim Smith, a two-run triple by Cody Bishop, and an RBI double by Joey Miller.

Bishop racked up six RBIs on two hits for the Roswell Invaders.

The White Sands Pupfish had no answer for Ethan Rosebeck, who kept runners off the basepaths in his appearance. Rosebeck held the White Sands Pupfish hitless over two innings, allowed no earned runs, walked two and struck out two.

The White Sands Pupfish were led by Mark Daviss hitting. Davis went 2-4, drove in one and scored one run. He singled in the fourth inning and homered in the sixth inning.

Lars Liguori recorded his second win of the year for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed four runs over seven innings. He struck out two, walked three and surrendered 10 hits.

Anthony Pastrana (1-2) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed eight runs in four innings, walked five and struck out six.

The Roswell Invaders easily handled the White Sands Pupfish pitching as seven hitters combined for 14 hits, 14 RBIs and 12 runs scored.

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The White Sands Pupfish best the Roswell Invaders in shootout 15-10

Jun 11 2016 12:00AM

Pitchers had a tough day during the game between the White Sands Pupfish (11-14) and the Roswell Invaders (14-9), as the two teams put up 25 runs combined in a 15-10 the White Sands Pupfish win.

The teams totaled 33 hits in the game.

Vladimer Gomez had two extra-base hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He homered in the sixth inning, doubled in the seventh inning, and singled in the fourth and eighth innings.

Rene Moreda racked up three RBIs on three hits for the Roswell Invaders. He doubled in the third inning and homered in the eighth inning.

Thompson Dylan recorded his second win for the White Sands Pupfish even though he allowed seven runs over seven innings. He struck out seven, walked three and surrendered eight hits.

Thomas Huddleston ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his second loss of the year. He allowed seven runs in five innings, walked one and struck out three.

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The Roswell Invaders cruise past the White Sands Pupfish 16-5

Jun 10 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (10-13) didnt stand a chance on Thursday, as the Roswell Invaders (13-8) captured a blowout 16-5 win at Joe Bauman Park.

The Roswell Invaders scored seven runs in the eighth on the Roswell Invaders scored in the eighth on an RBI single by Bryce Skelton, a wild pitch, an RBI single by Christian Johnson, , , and a two-run single by Cody Bishop.

Cody Coffman put himself in scoring position with three extra-base hits for the Roswell Invaders. He doubled in the third and fourth innings.

The White Sands Pupfish couldnt get anything going so long as Lance Fairchild was on the hill. Fairchild held the White Sands Pupfish hitless over one inning, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out three.

Dubal Baez racked up two RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He tripled in the second inning and singled in the first and fifth innings.

Blake Oliver improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed four runs over six innings. Oliver struck out four, walked two and gave up seven hits.

Rob Rizzitelli couldnt get it done on the mound for the White Sands Pupfish, taking a loss. He allowed eight runs in 3 1/3 innings, walked four and struck out four.

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The Roswell Invaders top the White Sands Pupfish behind Woodards 3 hits 20-18

Jun 10 2016 12:00AM

Friday was a great day for Roche Woodard, as he clubbed two home runs to carry the Roswell Invaders (14-8) to a 20-18 victory over the White Sands Pupfish (10-14) at Griggs Park in 10 innings.

Each team blasted the others pitching, and there were 38 total runs and 39 hits during the game. There were 10 pitchers used in the game as the two managers searched for any way to finish it off.

Lance Fairchild improved to 4-1 on the year by picking up the win for the Roswell Invaders. He allowed one run over 2 2/3 innings. Fairchild struck out none, walked one and gave up two hits.

Chris Stout (0-1) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He lasted just one inning, walked none, struck out none, and allowed two runs.

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The Roswell Invaders outdone by Chavez and the White Sands Pupfish 8-6

Jun 8 2016 12:00AM

Kenny Chavez went 2-3 and hit a home run, helping the White Sands Pupfish (10-12) to an 8-6 victory over the Roswell Invaders (12-8) on Wednesday at Griggs Park. He singled in the third inning and homered in the eighth inning.

Nick Bozman brought the heat against the Roswell Invaders during his outing. The Roswell Invaders managed just two hits off of Bozman, who allowed one earned run, walked eight and struck out six during his eight innings of work.

Roche Woodard got on base three times in the game for the Roswell Invaders. He singled in the seventh inning and tripled in the ninth inning.

David Johnson was charged with his second loss of the year. He allowed six runs in five innings, walked none and struck out three.

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Dylan allows no runs to lead the White Sands Pupfish past the Roswell Invaders 9-0

Jun 6 2016 12:00AM

Thompson Dylan kept the Roswell Invaders (11-7) off the board during his seven innings of work and the White Sands Pupfish (9-11) beat the Roswell Invaders, 9-0.

Dylan allowed four hits, three walks and struck out six.

The White Sands Pupfish blew out the Roswell Invaders thanks to 12 hits, including zero extra base hits. The White Sands Pupfish scored four runs in the first on the White Sands Pupfish scored in the first on an RBI single by Vladimer Gomez, a two-run single by Mark Davis, and an RBI single by Gareth Graves.

TJ Wharton racked up three RBIs on two hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He singled in the second inning and doubled in the sixth inning.

Thomas Huddleston was charged with his first loss of the year. He allowed six runs in five innings, walked three and struck out one.

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Matt McNeile honored for his service to the city

Jun 5 2016 12:00AM

From Alamogordo Daily News:

From Alamogordo Daily News:
Matt McNeile honored for his service to the city

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Alpine Cowboys 12 White Sands Pupfish 7

Jun 5 2016 12:00AM

Alpine Cowboys 12 White Sands Pupfish 7

This game was played on 6/5/2016 at Griggs Park

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The White Sands Pupfish take out the Alpine Cowboys with help from Borowski 7-5

Jun 4 2016 12:00AM

Joe Borowski knocked in three runs as the White Sands Pupfish (8-10) took home a 7-5 victory over the Alpine Cowboys (7-8) at Griggs Park on Saturday. He singled in the second, third, and fifth innings and doubled in the seventh inning.

Tyler Stirewalt struck out six, paving the way for a the White Sands Pupfish win. The White Sands Pupfishs pitcher gave up just three hits over three shutout innings.

Reagan Rutledge reached base three times. He scored two runs and had one RBI. He tripled in the fourth inning.

Ely Gallego couldnt get it done on the bump for the Alpine Cowboys, taking a loss. He lasted just zero innings, walked one, struck out none, and allowed two runs.

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The Alpine Cowboys make the most of 9 hits in 7-5 victory over the White Sands Pupfish

Jun 4 2016 12:00AM

The Alpine Cowboys (7-7) and the White Sands Pupfish (7-10) both had scoring chances on Friday, but it was the Alpine Cowboys that were able to capitalize on them as they pulled out a 7-5 win at Griggs Park.

TJ Wharton got on base four times in the game for the White Sands Pupfish. He scored one run and had one RBI. He singled in the third and eighth innings.

AJ McElderry improved to 2-1 on the year by picking up the win for the Alpine Cowboys. He allowed three runs over five innings. He struck out four, walked four and surrendered nine hits.

Nick Bozeman couldnt get it done on the rubber for the White Sands Pupfish, taking a loss. He allowed six runs in four innings, walked three and struck out four.

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Billy Waltrip has been traded to the Sioux Falls Canaries of the American Association.

Jun 3 2016 12:00AM

Billy Waltrip has been traded to th

Billy Waltrip has been traded to the Sioux Falls Canaries of the American Association. Billy was the Pecos League"s leading pitcher and will head to South Dakota.

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The Alpine Cowboys outdone by Wharton and the White Sands Pupfish 4-1

Jun 2 2016 12:00AM

TJ Wharton collected three hits as the White Sands Pupfish (7-9) took home a 4-1 victory over the Alpine Cowboys (6-7) at Griggs Park on Thursday. He singled in the first, sixth, and eighth innings.

The White Sands Pupfish got the win thanks in large part to Anthony Pastranas dominant, seven-strikeout performance. The White Sands Pupfishs pitcher tossed five innings of shutout ball and allowed only four hits.

Jake Heissler (0-3) took the loss for the Alpine Cowboys. He lasted just six innings, walked none, struck out four, and allowed four runs.

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The Tucson Saguaros drop the White Sands Pupfish 10-6 behind Urbanias early single

Jun 1 2016 12:00AM

Six first-inning runs helped the Tucson Saguaros (12-3) to a 10-6 win over the White Sands Pupfish (6-9) at Griggs Park on Wednesday.

The Tucson Saguaros scored in the first on an RBI single by Adam Urbania, an RBI single by Thomas McKenna, an error, a fielders choice, and an error.

Burnell Dailey racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Tucson Saguaros.

Even though Brian Luebcke allowed five runs over six innings he still recorded the victory, his second of the season. He struck out none, walked one and surrendered 10 hits.

Thompson (0-1) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed 10 runs in six innings, walked two and struck out two.

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The White Sands Pupfish escape the Tucson Saguaros behind Waltrips 16 strikeouts 5-1

May 31 2016 12:00AM

Billy Waltrip struck out 16 batters to lift the White Sands Pupfish (6-8) to a 5-1 win over the Tucson Saguaros (11-3) at Griggs Park.

The White Sands Pupfish came out swinging, scoring three runs in the first inning to jump ahead of the Tucson Saguaros early. The White Sands Pupfish scored in the first on a wild pitch, an RBI single by Zac Johnson, and an RBI single by Macyn Clifford.

Johnson was hot from the plate for the White Sands Pupfish. Johnson went 3-4 and drove in one.

Cameron Cox was effective even in defeat, mowing down five the White Sands Pupfish batters and allowing three runs.

Cox ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year.

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The White Sands Pupfish fall 18-5 at the hands of the Tucson Saguaros

May 30 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (5-8) didnt stand a chance on Monday, as the Tucson Saguaros (11-2) captured a blowout 18-5 win at Griggs Park.

The Tucson Saguaros scored eight runs in the eighth on the Tucson Saguaros scored in the eighth on a two-run double by Jesse Baker, a wild pitch, an RBI single by Carlos Diaz, a sacrifice fly by Ryan Retz, and a three-run home run by Adam Urbania.

Baker racked up four RBIs on four hits for the Tucson Saguaros.

Mark Davis reached base three times in the game for the White Sands Pupfish. He scored one run and had one RBI. He singled in the fifth inning and doubled in the ninth inning.

Diaz improved to 2-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Tucson Saguaros. He allowed four runs over seven innings. Diaz struck out six, walked four and gave up six hits.

Rob Rizzitelli (0-1) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed eight runs in four innings, walked six and struck out four.

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Early lead not enough for the White Sands Pupfish drop 7-4 decision to the Salina Stockade

May 29 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (5-7) jumped out to an early lead, but were unable to hold on and lost 7-4 to the Salina Stockade (4-7) on Sunday.

While the White Sands Pupfish led until the seventh inning, the Salina Stockade worked their way back and took the lead on a two-run error.

Mike Rachun put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the Salina Stockade. He singled in the first inning and doubled in the third and seventh innings.

Skyler Janisse kept contact to a minimum, striking out eight the White Sands Pupfish batters. Janisse allowed four earned runs, 10 hits and three walks over nine innings.

Shawn Kahre ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just one inning, walked one, struck out none, and allowed five runs.

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The White Sands Pupfish outlast the Salina Stockade in high-scoring affair 10-9

May 28 2016 12:00AM

Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair Saturday as the White Sands Pupfish (5-6) outscored the Salina Stockade (3-7) 10-9.

The two teams combined for 26 hits in the game.

TJ Wharton got a hit in each of his four at bats. He singled in the fourth and fifth innings, doubled in the seventh inning, and tripled in the eighth inning.

Nathan Williams reached base three times. He scored one run and had one RBI. He singled in the fifth and eighth innings.

Dametrus Ingram got the win, running his season record to 1-2. He allowed one run over two innings. He struck out three, walked none and surrendered four hits.

Gilbert Barrera was charged with his second loss of the year. He allowed six runs in six innings, walked four and struck out three.

The White Sands Pupfishs Eric Kalbfliesh, Wharton and Aaron Olivas combined for seven hits and four RBIs.

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The Salina Stockade jump on the White Sands Pupfish early and coast to 11-5 win

May 27 2016 12:00AM

The Salina Stockade (3-6) jumped out to an early lead on the White Sands Pupfish (4-6) and captured an 11-5 victory on Friday at Griggs Park.

Eight runs in the first three innings allowed the Salina Stockade to put the game away early. A two-run double by CJ Epperson and a two-run single by Mike Rachun in the first inning supplied the early offense for the Salina Stockade.

Rachun racked up three RBIs on three hits for the Salina Stockade.

Despite the loss, the White Sands Pupfishs Thompson dominated the Salina Stockades batters, giving up zero runs and striking out 11.

Kevin Delzell got the win, running his season record to 2-0. He allowed two runs over seven innings. He struck out four, walked one and surrendered 11 hits.

Cameron Powers (0-2) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed eight runs in 2 2/3 innings, walked one and struck out two.

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Wild pitch in opening act fuels 10-5 the White Sands Pupfish victory over the Salina Stockade

May 26 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish (4-5)s four first-inning runs built an early lead that helped bring home a 10-5 win over the Salina Stockade (2-6) on Thursday at Griggs Park.

The White Sands Pupfish scored in the first on a wild pitch, a sacrifice fly by Joe Borowski, and a two-run single by Macyn Clifford.

TJ Wharton had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He singled in the first inning, doubled in the fourth inning, and tripled in the eighth inning.

Billy Waltrip picked up the win for the White Sands Pupfish. Waltrip pitched 7 2/3 innings and allowed three earned runs, seven hits and two walks while striking out 12.

Keifer McClendon couldnt get it done on the mound for the Salina Stockade, taking a loss. He allowed seven runs in six innings, walked none and struck out 10.

Eric Cordero, Clifford, Eric Kalbfliesh and Wharton helped lead the White Sands Pupfish. They combined for 10 hits and four RBIs.

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The Tucson Saguaros make the most of 3 hits in 5-2 victory over the White Sands Pupfish

May 25 2016 12:00AM

The Tucson Saguaros (6-0) and the White Sands Pupfish (2-4) both had scoring chances on Tuesday, but it was the Tucson Saguaros that were able to capitalize on them as they pulled out a 5-2 win at Griggs Park.

Steven Borkowskis eight strikeouts helped the Tucson Saguaros to the victory. Borkowski allowed one earned run, five hits and four walks over six innings.

Dubal Daez reached base three times in the game for the White Sands Pupfish. He scored one run and had one RBI. He homered in the first inning.

Nick Bozeman ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just six innings, walked five, struck out nine, and allowed four runs.

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Poole leads the Tucson Saguaros to 22-12 win over the White Sands Pupfish

May 25 2016 12:00AM

An excellent effort by Davon Poole lifted the Tucson Saguaros (7-1) to a 22-12 win over the White Sands Pupfish (3-5) on Wednesday at Griggs Park.

Poole racked up six RBIs on five hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He homered in the fifth and eighth innings and singled in the third, seventh, and ninth innings.

Each team blasted the others pitching, and there were 34 total runs and 41 hits during the game. Both bullpens were busy with seven pitchers used in the game as the skippers of both squads tried to finish it off.

Seven runs in the first three innings helped the Tucson Saguaros blow out the White Sands Pupfish. A two-run home run by Burnell Dailey and a two-run single by Danny Droll during the first inning supplied the early offense for the Tucson Saguaros.

TJ Wharton racked up four RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He doubled in the third inning, homered in the fifth inning, and singled in the seventh inning.

Carlos Diaz recorded his first win for the Tucson Saguaros even though he allowed five runs over five innings. He struck out four, walked one and surrendered five hits.

Dametrus Ingram (0-2) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed 12 runs in 3 2/3 innings, walked six and struck out two.

The Tucson Saguaros pounded the White Sands Pupfish pitching, as nine hitters combined for 26 hits, 17 RBIs and 22 runs scored.

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The Tucson Saguaros outlast the White Sands Pupfish in high-scoring affair 14-12

May 24 2016 12:00AM

Pitchers had a tough day during the game between the Tucson Saguaros (5-0) and the White Sands Pupfish (2-3), as the two teams put up 26 runs combined in a 14-12 the Tucson Saguaros win.

The teams totaled 29 hits in the game.

Ryan Retz racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Tucson Saguaros. He singled in the third innings and homered in the fifth inning.

Even though Roby Romero allowed seven runs over four innings he still recorded the victory, his first of the season. He struck out four, walked one and surrendered seven hits.

Anthony Pastrana ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He allowed 12 runs in five innings, walked one and struck out seven.

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Offenses dominate as the White Sands Pupfish outscore the Tucson Saguaros 11-10

May 24 2016 12:00AM

The bats were busy at Griggs Park on Tuesday, and when the dust cleared the White Sands Pupfish (3-4) had an 11-10 win over the Tucson Saguaros (6-1).

The two teams combined for 28 hits in the game.

Eric Kalbfliesh racked up six RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He homered in the fourth inning, doubled in the fifth inning, and singled in the sixth innings.

Ruben Rivera had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He singled in the first inning and doubled in the fourth and eighth innings.

Adrian Garcia improved to 0-0 on the year by picking up the win for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed one run over 3 2/3 innings. He struck out two, walked three and surrendered five hits.

Victor Soto (0-1) was the games losing pitcher. He lasted just two innings, walked none, struck out two, and allowed one run.

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Tim Henry leads Cowboys to a 14-4 victory over the White Sands Pupfish.

May 22 2016 12:00AM

Henry went 2-4 with 4 runs scored.

Henry went 2-4 with 4 runs scored. Cameron Powers didn"t make it to the end. He allowed 12 hits and 11 runs in 5.33 innings.

The two teams split the series. White Sands hosts Tucson Monday Night. Alpine hosts Salina Monday Night.

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Waltrip leads the White Sands Pupfish to 10-4 victory thanks to 13 strikeouts

May 21 2016 12:00AM

An ace performance by Billy Waltrip spurred the White Sands Pupfish (2-1) to a 10-4 win over the Alpine Cowboys on Saturday at Kokernot Field.

Waltrip racked up 13 strikeouts in the the White Sands Pupfish win. Waltrip allowed one earned run, one hit and two walks over six innings.

The White Sands Pupfish blew out the Alpine Cowboys (1-2) thanks to 14 hits, including zero extra base hits. The White Sands Pupfish scored five runs in the first on the White Sands Pupfish scored in the first on a two-run error, an RBI single by Joe Borowski, and a two-run single by Macyn Clifford.

Dubal Daez racked up two RBIs on two hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He singled in the first inning and homered in the fourth inning.

Jake Heissler was charged with his first loss of the year. He allowed nine runs in six innings, walked one and struck out three.

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Early lead gives the Alpine Cowboys easy victory over the White Sands Pupfish 23-4

May 20 2016 12:00AM

The Alpine Cowboys (1-1) continued to pile up the runs on Friday, scoring 10 runs in the last three innings, en route to an easy 23-4 win over the White Sands Pupfish (1-1) at Kokernot Field.

The Alpine Cowboys scored 10 runs in the seventh on the Alpine Cowboys scored in the seventh on , a fielders choice, an RBI double by Eric Ferguson, an RBI single by JJ Graham, a two-run double by Tevin Padgett, a groundout by Ariel Adut, a two-run single by Clayton Truex, and an RBI single by Reagan Rutledge.

The White Sands Pupfish couldnt slow down Ferguson, who paced the Alpine Cowboys with five hits.

It was a good day at the plate for the White Sands Pupfishs Aaron Olivas. Olivas went 3-5 and scored two runs. He singled in the first, seventh, and ninth innings.

Joey Webb improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Alpine Cowboys. He allowed three runs over seven innings. Webb struck out three, walked none and gave up eight hits.

Dametrus Ingram (0-1) took the loss for the White Sands Pupfish. He allowed nine runs in 2 2/3 innings, walked four and struck out one.

The Alpine Cowboys pounded the White Sands Pupfish pitching, as seven hitters combined for 14 hits, 18 RBIs and 15 runs scored.

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The White Sands Pupfish outlast the Alpine Cowboys in high-scoring affair 11-8

May 19 2016 12:00AM

Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair Thursday as the White Sands Pupfish (1-0) outscored the Alpine Cowboys (0-1) 11-8.

The two teams combined for 24 hits in the game.

Joe Borowski racked up two RBIs on three hits for the White Sands Pupfish. He singled in the third and fifth innings and tripled in the eighth inning.

The Alpine Cowboys had no answer for Dametrus Ingram, who kept runners off the basepaths in his appearance. The Alpine Cowboys managed just one hit off of the the White Sands Pupfishs pitcher, who allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out two during his 2 2/3 innings of work.

JJ Graham racked up four RBIs on two hits for the Alpine Cowboys. He tripled in the fifth inning and homered in the ninth inning.

Michael Fitzwater couldnt get it done on the rubber for the Alpine Cowboys, taking a loss. He lasted just five innings, walked three, struck out three, and allowed five runs.

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White Sands Pupfish return for 6th season

May 15 2016 12:00AM

PECOS LEAGUE: White Sands Pupfish return for 6th season by Alamogordo Daily News

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Mickey Speaks returns as White Sands Pupfish Manager

Jan 8 2016 12:00AM

The White Sands Pupfish are proud t

The White Sands Pupfish are proud to have Mickey Speaks back as their 2016 Field Manager. Speaks lead the Pupfish to their best ever season in 2015 narrowly missing the playoffs. Speaks was originally slated to move to Oklahoma to manage in the Pecos League when things were looking questionable for the Pupfish. Speaks will be the first manager to manage multiple seasons in White Sands in the teams five year history. "I like Alamogordo, I like the people and I am glad the Pecos League will be back there." says Speaks.

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White Sands Pupfish release their 2016 Season Schedule

Jan 8 2016 12:00AM

White Sands Pupfish release their 2

White Sands Pupfish release their 2016 Pecos League Schedule. 2016 will mark the 6th year of Pupfish Baseball in Alamogordo.

The Pupfish will hold Spring Training in Alamogordo.

• The White Sands Pupfish will their 2016 season in Santa Fe at Fort Marcy Park against the only team the Pupfish did not play in 2015 or 2014.
• The Pupfish will have their home opener against the Tucson Saguaros from May 23-25.
• The Pupfish will play the Las Cruces Vaqueros home and home May 26-29.
• The Pupfish will host Tucson again from May 30-June 1.
• The Roswell Invaders and Pupfish play a five game home and home series from June 6-10.
• The Pupfish and Vaqueros play a home and home series June 11-12 with the Saturday Home Game in Alamogordo.
• The Pupfish host Tucson again from June 13-15.
• The Roswell Invaders and Pupfish play a home and home series from June 16-19.
• The Pupfish travel to Alpine June 20-22 and to Tucson June 23-26.
• The Pupfish finish June with a home and home series with Roswell.
• The Pupfish begin July with a six game series in Santa Fe.
• The Pupfish play a split doubleheader home and home with Las Cruces on July 6th.
• The Pupfish return to play in Tucson/Bisbee on July 7-10.
• The League All Star Game is July 11 in Santa Fe.
• The Pupfish goto Alpine for two games on July 12 and July 13.
• The Pupfish then host Trinidad/Tucson and Alpine for 12 straight home games.
• The Pupfish finish with three road games against a Northern Division Team.

The Pupfish Schedule can be viewed here

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• The Pupfish play 35 home games and 35 away games.
• The Pupfish host the Tucson Saguaros 13 times.
• The Tucson Saguaros host the Pupfish 8 times.
• The Pupfish play in Santa Fe 9 times.
• The Pupfish and Vaqueros will split 8 games home and away.
• The Pupfish host the Alpine Cowboys 8 times.
• The Pupfish travel to Texas to play Alpine 5 times.
• The Pupfish will travel to Texas to play a Northern Division Team three times to end the season.

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