Rainiers secure opening series sweep

The Tacoma Rainiers made a remarkable start to their season, completing an opening series sweep against the Round Rock Express with a 5-2 victory at Cheney Stadium. Austin Shenton delivered a thrilling three-run walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth, captivating the crowd of 4,361 fans. The game began with Round Rock taking an early lead in the second inning, thanks to Trevor Hauver's run scored on an infield single by Sam Haggerty. The Rainiers equalized with Samad Taylor's solo home run in the fifth, marking his first of the season. Tacoma's starting pitcher, Luis F.

Castillo, showcased his skills by allowing only one run over 5. 2 innings. As the game progressed, Round Rock regained the lead in the seventh, only for Tacoma to respond with another home run from Leo Rivas in the eighth. The victory not only highlights the Rainiers' strong offensive capabilities but also marks their first walk-off home run since September 2024. This thrilling game sets a promising tone for the Rainiers' season ahead.