Oilers starting pitcher Liam Rocha pitched seven no-hit innings, striking out 12 batters and was in complete control until ejected from the game. Reliever Dylan Crowley closed with two shut out innings in a 6-0 Oilers victory over the Chugiak-Eagle River Chinooks.
Oilers 6 – Chinooks 0
The Oilers, behind an outstanding effort on the mound, found some much-needed offense with a four-run, second inning and a two-run, sixth inning for the 6-0 victory. Henry Novicki lead the Oilers bats with a 2 for 2 and three RBI night. The Oilers generated 10 hits against the Chinooks.
The Oilers continue the five-game series against the Chugiak-Eagle River Chinooks on Wednesday with a scheduled 6 p.m. game.
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Oilers Home Series Schedule
Wednesday, July 14 Oilers vs Chinooks 6 p.m.
Thursday, July 15 Oilers vs Chinooks 6 p.m.
Friday, July 16 Oilers vs Chinooks 6 p.m.
Saturday, July 17 Oilers vs Chinooks 5 p.m.