May 27 2016 The Santa Fe Fuego defeated the Roswell Invaders 13-8 after collecting 16 hits and building an early lead at Fort Marcy Park. Santa Fe scored five runs in the first inning, added two in the third and two in the fourth, then broke the game open with four runs in the seventh. Roswell finished with 12 hits and scored three runs in the fourth, one in the seventh, and two runs in each of the final two innings.
Kevin Alvarez powered the Fuego offense with three hits, two home runs, three runs scored, and seven RBIs.
Chris Tavares added two hits, three runs, and two RBIs, while
Eric Maria collected three hits.
Bradley Thomas contributed two hits and an RBI, and
Omar Artsen reached twice on two hits and two walks while scoring two runs.
Jim Smith led Roswell with three hits and three RBIs, including two home runs.
Bobby Webb had two hits and a home run, while
Rene Moreda added two hits. Santa Fe pitcher
Ryan Harper earned the win after allowing six hits and three earned runs over six innings while striking out 11. Roswell starter
Ryan Ward took the loss after surrendering eight hits and seven earned runs in three innings.
