The Reno Aces erupted for seven runs in the eighth inning to defeat the Round Rock Express, the Triple-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, 7–4 on Sunday at Dell Diamond. The win secured a series split with Round Rock.
Reno struggled to find any offensive rhythm through the first seven frames and entered the eighth trailing 2–0. But the bats came alive just in time, as the Aces mounted a seven-run rally to secure the victory.
Jorge Barrosa and Jordan Lawlar quickly reached base to lead off the inning, setting the table for Tristin English, who ripped a game-tying double down the left field line. The 28-year-old has been red-hot in nine games since returning from the injured list, going 13-for-36 (.361) with five doubles, one home run, and eight RBI
Blaze Alexander followed with a go-ahead RBI single to left, bringing home English for what proved to be the game-winning run. Cristian Pache extended the rally with an RBI single of his own, and Lawlar capped the outburst with a two-run single to right, putting the game out of reach.
Lawlar turned in his most impactful performance since rejoining Reno earlier this week, finishing 3-for-4 with two RBI. The prized prospect has continued a stellar 2025 campaign, slashing .338/.414/.569 with six home runs and 33 RBI.
Reno will now continue its two-week road trip with a six-game series against the Oklahoma City Comets, the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. First pitch for Tuesday’s opener on June 3 is scheduled for 5:05 p.m.
The Reno Aces contributed to this report.
