2017 Trinidad Triggers News

Dan Zlonick catches Aaron Judge 50th Home Run Baseball

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Former Pecos League pitcher Dan Zlotnick snags Aaron Judge"s 50th home run ball at Yankee Stadium.
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Javion Randle has been named the 2017 Mountain Divison MVP

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Javion Randle has been named the Pecos Leagues Mountain Division MVP. Randle along with Phildrick Llewellyn lead the Triggers to the final playoff spot in the Mountain Division. He hit .434 by going 106 for 244 with 14 HRs and 21 Stolen Bases. He had 79 rbis and 21 stolen bases.

After the Triggers were eliminated in the Pecos League Playoffs Randle was promoted to the Salina Stockade where he became an every day starter in the outfield. He hit .265 with 1 home run and made some steller defensive plays.

Trinidad Triggers Season Recap

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TRINIDAD TRIGGERS Professional Baseball Concludes 6th Successful Season at Central Park

Trinidad, CO- The Triggers wrapped up the season 3rd overall in the Mountain Division of the Pecos League after taking on the Roswell Invaders in the first round of the Playoffs in Roswell, NM on July 30, August 1 & 3. The Triggers schedule consisted of 59 games total with a record of 36-23, the season started May 25 in Garden City, KS.

Triggers Manager Thomas Nelson stated after the playoff series, "I finally have the team I always wanted, and I couldnt be more proud of this group of guys. We may have come up short, but I wouldnt have the team any other way. I want to individually thank each of you for the heart you guys gave every day. Also, would like to take the time to thank the Trinidad fan base, without you, none of this is possible. I cant forget our Triggers staff, all of you are capable of moving mountains for this team, thank you for doing everything you do, and I appreciate you. Thank you Trinidad, for making me the happiest Ive ever been...I cant show enough gratitude."

The entire team played very well throughout the regular and playoff season and had many accomplishments; notably, the Triggers promoted 6 players and manager Thomas Nelson to other independent leagues; including the American Association Baseball League and the Pacific Association during the course of the season and post-season.

Fan attendance for The Trinidad Triggers Professional Baseball Clubs 6th season in the city topped out at 5000 over the course of 32 home games. With the help of the City of Trinidad, the Historic Main Street Board and Tourism Board, sponsoring the Independence Weekend Celebration that featured the ballgame and fireworks on July 4th bringing hundreds of fans to the ballpark for an All-American Holiday experience.

Triggers General Manager Kimberly Schultz expressed her appreciation in a statement; "without the full support of all the Triggers stakeholders; the city, the fans, the host families, sponsors, media, boosters, volunteers and staff, this baseball club would not have been able to sustain over the last 6 seasons. This season was a huge success; the team brought great family entertainment to our fair city; they led in the division throughout the season, and went to the playoffs. I couldnt be more proud of this team. The Triggers staff is looking forward to the 2018 season and Trinidad hosting the Pecos League All-Star Game in July!"

The Trinidad Triggers Professional Baseball Club will start preparing for the 2018 season this Fall, if you are interested in becoming a part of the "Club," contact General Manager Kimberly Schultz at 719-859-1008 or kmschultz108@outlook.com.

Roswell Invaders Edge Trinidad Triggers 3-2

August 2 2017 The Roswell Invaders

August 2 2017 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Trinidad Triggers 3-2 at Joe Bauman. Roswell collected 10 hits and scored once in the third inning before adding two runs in the fifth. Trinidad answered with single runs in the second and sixth innings but could not complete the comeback.

Cody Bishop led Roswell at the plate by going 3-for-4 with a home run and an RBI. Bobby Webb went 2-for-3 with a double and a walk, while Louie Martini added two hits. Ed Reichenbach also drove in a run for the Invaders.

Ty Geary earned the win after allowing three hits and two earned runs over eight innings. He walked five and struck out three. Austin Goss recorded the save with a scoreless ninth inning and two strikeouts.

Trinidad starter Jason Edwards took the loss after giving up eight hits and three runs, all earned, in six innings. He walked two and struck out two. Nate Harmon followed with two scoreless innings for the Triggers.

Trinidad Triggers Defeat Roswell Invaders 6-2

August 1 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

August 1 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Roswell Invaders 6-2 at Joe Bauman Park. Trinidad scored twice in the first inning, added a run in the seventh and broke the game open with three runs in the ninth. Roswell scored once in the seventh and once in the ninth but could not complete the comeback.

Trinidad collected 11 hits, led by P. Llewellyn’s three hits and three runs scored and J. Randle’s three hits and two RBI. Llewellyn also drove in a run, while R. Rutledge contributed a hit and two RBI. Lucas Owens added two hits, and the Triggers stole three bases as a team. Roswell had six hits, with Cody Bishop recording two and Ed Reichenbach and Bradley Cuyos each driving in a run.

Cody Strayer earned the win with a complete-game effort for Trinidad, allowing six hits and two runs, one earned, while walking one and striking out eight. Eric Gleese took the loss for Roswell after allowing two runs on five hits in five innings with three walks and seven strikeouts. Darrell Thompson, Lance Fairchild and J. Remington combined to cover the final four innings for the Invaders.

Roswell Invaders Blank Trinidad Triggers 6-0 July 30 2017

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July 30 2017 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Trinidad Triggers 6-0, scoring in four innings and holding Trinidad to four hits. Roswell collected 11 hits without committing an error, while the Triggers made two errors.

Roswell took a 1-0 lead in the first inning and added another run in the second. The Invaders broke the game open with three runs in the sixth and added their final run in the eighth. Cody Bishop went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI, while Tobias Moreno went 3-for-5 with an RBI. Kaohu Gaspar also had two hits and drove in a run, and Louie Martini finished 2-for-3 with a run scored.

Mike Scimanico earned the win after allowing two hits and no runs over six innings. He walked six and struck out nine. Lance Fairchild and A. Dandridge each worked in relief to complete the shutout, combining for two scoreless innings with four strikeouts. Brandon Erickson took the loss for Trinidad despite allowing only one earned run in five innings; he gave up nine hits, walked one and struck out five.

White Sands Pupfish Roll Past Trinidad Triggers 13-3

July 29 2017 The White Sands Pupfis

July 29 2017 The White Sands Pupfish defeated the Trinidad Triggers 13-3 at Griggs Park, finishing with 14 hits while holding Trinidad to 10. White Sands scored in each of the first five innings, including a six-run fourth that turned a 4-1 game into a 10-1 advantage. The Pupfish added three runs in the fifth, while Trinidad scored twice in the sixth.

Sammy Favela led White Sands with three hits and three RBI. Colton Wolfe went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs and two RBI, while Brandon Torres drove in three runs. Aaron Sheaks added two hits, two runs and two RBI, and Cameron Haskins also collected two hits. Rayshelon Carolina had two hits, scored once and drove in a run.

J. Calton worked three innings for White Sands, allowing one run on four hits with one strikeout. Mitsuo Nakamura was credited with the win after pitching one scoreless inning and striking out two. White Sands pitchers combined for 10 strikeouts and limited Trinidad to three runs, two earned.

Trinidad starter Javion Randle took the loss after allowing one run in one inning. Trinidads P. Llewellyn surrendered six runs, five earned, in one inning, while Jabari Brown allowed three runs in one inning. White Sands committed no errors, while Trinidad was charged with two.

Trinidad Triggers and White Sands Pupfish Box Score Incomplete

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July 28 2017 The supplied box score identifies a game between the Trinidad Triggers and White Sands Pupfish at Griggs Park, but it does not display a final score or indicate which team won.

The inning-by-inning scoring lines and team totals are blank for both clubs. No runs, hits, errors, home runs or RBI are recorded in the supplied data.

Individual batting and pitching lines are also blank. The box score does not identify a winning pitcher, losing pitcher or save pitcher, so no offensive or pitching performances can be reported.

Trinidad Triggers Edge White Sands Pupfish 5-3

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July 27 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the White Sands Pupfish 5-3 in 11 innings. Trinidad scored once in the first inning, added runs in the fourth and seventh, and broke a 3-3 tie with two runs in the 11th. White Sands answered with a run in the sixth and two in the eighth but could not complete the comeback.

Aaron Sheaks led the Pupfish offense by going 5-for-5. Colton Wolfe went 3-for-5 with a home run and two RBI, while Trinidad’s Eric Ferguson drove in two runs and collected a double. Kenneth Fudge added a home run and an RBI for the Triggers, and Justin Busekrus contributed a triple and an RBI.

Cody Strayer earned the win for Trinidad after allowing three hits and striking out four in two scoreless innings. Thomas Nelson also threw a scoreless inning with one strikeout to finish the game. Chris Stout took the loss for White Sands, surrendering two runs on three hits in one inning.

Trinidad finished with eight hits and five runs, while White Sands had 13 hits and three runs. The Triggers also drew seven walks and struck out 16 times, and the Pupfish drew two walks while recording 11 strikeouts.

Trinidad Triggers Roll Past Santa Fe Fuego 14-3

July 26 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

July 26 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 14-3 at Central Park, scoring 11 runs through the first three innings and finishing with 14 hits. Trinidad opened with one run in the first, added four in the second and broke the game open with six in the third. The Triggers also scored once in the fifth and twice in the seventh.

Kenneth Fudge led Trinidad with three hits, three runs and four RBI, including two home runs. P. Llewellyn added two hits, five RBI and a home run, while Jordan Van Atta collected three hits. J. Randle drove in two runs, and Jason Edwards contributed two RBI. Santa Fe received three hits from Willie Doll, while N. Gotta homered and drove in a run. Caleb Baker added two RBI for the Fuego.

Jason Edwards earned the win with a complete-game effort, allowing nine hits and three earned runs while walking none and striking out two. Santa Fe starter Dan Karasinski took the loss after surrendering 12 hits and 11 earned runs in three innings, with five walks and one strikeout. The Fuego scored twice in the third and once in the eighth, but could not overcome Trinidad’s early lead.

Fuego Power Past Triggers 17-3

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July 25 2017 The Santa Fe Fuego broke out for 17 runs on 18 hits in a 17-3 victory over the Trinidad Triggers at Central Park. Santa Fe scored four runs in each of the second third and fourth innings, then added a run in the fifth, three in the sixth and one in the eighth. Trinidad scored once in the third fourth and eighth innings and finished with seven hits and one error.

Rob Garza led the Fuego attack with three hits, three runs and five RBIs, including a home run. Willie Doll added four hits and four RBIs, while AJ Flores went 4-for-6 with two runs and one RBI. Eric Maria had two hits and two runs, and Jesse Stinnett also homered and drove in three runs. Santa Fe recorded two home runs and a double, with Flores also contributing a double.

Stinnett earned the win after allowing two runs on seven hits over seven innings, striking out six and walking three. Brandon Erickson took the loss for Trinidad after surrendering 12 runs on nine hits in three innings. The Triggers scoring included a home run by P. Llewellyn, who drove in one run and scored once.

Trinidad Triggers Hold Off Santa Fe Fuego 11-9

July 24 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

July 24 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 11-9 at Central Park, overcoming a 17-hit performance by Santa Fe. Trinidad scored four runs in each of the first two innings and added two more in the third to build a 10-7 lead before both teams traded a run in the eighth. The Triggers held Santa Fe scoreless in the ninth to secure the win.

Jordan Randle led Trinidad with three hits, three RBI and two home runs. Jordan Van Atta added a home run and four RBI, while Kenneth Fudge went 2-for-4 with a homer and an RBI. Eric Ferguson scored three runs and reached base three times, and P. Llewellyn contributed two RBI.

Santa Fe received three hits and an RBI from Willie Doll, who also hit a home run. N. Gotta and David Stone each collected two hits and three RBI, with Stone adding a home run. AJ Flores, Caleb Baker, Eric Maria and Matt Telesco also had multiple-hit contributions for the Fuego.

Nate Harmon earned the win for Trinidad after allowing 13 hits and eight earned runs in six innings while striking out three. Brandon Cogbill worked two innings and allowed one run, and Cody Strayer pitched a scoreless ninth for the save. Santa Fe starter Yale Hughes took the loss after surrendering nine hits and 10 earned runs in seven innings, with Matt Elko allowing one run in relief.

Triggers Power Past Wind 12-5

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July 23 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 12-5 behind a 19-hit attack. Trinidad broke through with six runs in the fourth inning, then added six more in the eighth after Garden City had scored four times in the sixth to cut the margin to one run. The Triggers finished without an error while the Wind committed two errors.

P. Llewellyn led Trinidad with four hits four RBI and a home run. Eric Ferguson added three hits and scored twice, while Tim Henry went 3-for-4 with two RBI and a home run. J. VanAtta had two hits two RBI and two doubles. Garden City collected 11 hits, with Roundtree604.html>Eli Roundtree going 2-for-4 with two RBI and a home run. Joey Cecere had two hits and an RBI, and Taylor Zeutenhorst drove in a run.

Teddy Henderson earned the win for Trinidad after allowing 11 hits and five runs in seven innings with three walks and five strikeouts. Adam Falcon completed the game with two scoreless innings, allowing no hits while striking out three. Mason Mayberry took the loss for Garden City despite giving up only one earned run over seven innings; he allowed 11 hits six runs and struck out three. Brandon Anderson and Kevin Delzell combined to allow six runs in the eighth inning for the Wind.

Trinidad Triggers Hold Off Garden City Wind 7-6

July 22 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

July 22 2017 The Trinidad Triggers held off the Garden City Wind 7-6 after building an early lead and surviving a late rally. Trinidad scored five runs in the first inning and added two in the fourth, finishing with 11 hits and no errors. Garden City collected 12 hits and scored once in the first, once in the seventh and four times in the eighth, but could not complete the comeback.

Eric Ferguson, P. Llewellyn, J. Randle, Kyle Rodriguez and Gabriel Douglas each had two hits for Trinidad. Ferguson, Llewellyn and Andrew Reardon homered, while Rodriguez drove in two runs. Reardon also contributed a home run and an RBI, and J. VanAtta added a hit, a run and an RBI. Garden City was led by Joey Cecere, who went 4-for-5 with two runs and a triple, while Ryan Whitt had three hits and two RBI. Roundtree604.html>Eli Roundtree hit a three-run home run for the Wind.

Reardon earned the win after allowing two runs on nine hits with three walks and 11 strikeouts in seven innings. Cody Strayer recorded the save with two innings of relief, allowing one run on one hit and striking out one. Casey Collins took the loss for Garden City after surrendering seven runs on seven hits in four innings, with four earned runs, two walks and four strikeouts.

Trinidad Triggers Defeat Garden City Wind 3-1

July 21 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

July 21 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 3-1, scoring twice in the fourth inning to secure the victory. Trinidad finished with nine hits and no errors, while Garden City collected five hits and committed two errors.

Trinidad took a 1-0 lead in the first inning before adding two runs in the fourth. Garden City answered with one run in the bottom of the fourth, but neither team scored again. Trinidad’s Patrick Llewellyn went 2-for-4 with an RBI, while J. Randle also collected two hits. T. Henry and G. Douglas each drove in a run, and J. VanAtta scored once.

For Garden City, M. Blatnik went 1-for-4 and scored the team’s only run. M. Rachun had the Wind’s lone RBI. Richard Edwards was credited with the win for Trinidad, Trent Carrier took the loss for Garden City and Cody Strayer earned the save.

Garden City Wind Hold Off Trinidad Triggers 7-5

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July 20 2017 The Garden City Wind built an early lead and held on for a 7-5 victory over the Trinidad Triggers. Garden City scored twice in the first inning and added a run in the third before taking a 5-0 advantage with two more runs in the sixth. Trinidad answered with two runs in the seventh one in the eighth and two in the ninth but could not complete the comeback. Garden City finished with 10 hits while Trinidad collected eight.

Roundtree604.html>Eli Roundtree led Garden City with a 3-for-4 performance that included a home run two runs and two RBIs. Ryan Whitt added two hits and Morgan Blatnik reached base four times with one hit and three walks while scoring twice. For Trinidad Gabriel Douglas had two hits and Kenneth Fudge hit a home run and drove in a run. Javion Randle added a double and an RBI.

Dalton Bernardi earned the win after allowing five hits and three runs two earned in 7.2 innings. He struck out four and walked two. Brandon Anderson recorded one out without allowing a hit and J. Finnegan worked the final inning for Garden City. Trinidad starter Brandon Erickson took the loss after surrendering nine hits and five runs four earned in six innings with five strikeouts and three walks.

Roswell Invaders Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 8-6

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July 19 2017 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Trinidad Triggers 8-6 at Central Park behind a 15-hit attack. Roswell overcame a 4-1 deficit after four innings and improved to 41-22 while Trinidad fell to 36-24.

Roswell scored once in the third before adding two runs in the fifth and two more in the sixth to tie the game at 6-6. The Invaders then broke through with three runs in the eighth inning and held Trinidad scoreless in the ninth. Roswell’s 15 hits included home runs by Kaohu Gaspar and Louie Martini.

Gaspar went 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI while Bobby Webb collected three hits and drove in a run. Cody Bishop and Martini each had two RBI, and Bradley Cuyos also drove in a run. Trinidad’s Jabari Brown had one hit and three RBI, while P. Llewellyn added two hits and two RBI.

Lance Fairchild earned the win after allowing two hits and striking out two in 2.1 scoreless innings. Mike Scimanico struck out five over 5.2 innings for Roswell, and Jesse Remington recorded the save with two-thirds of a scoreless inning. Adam Falcon took the loss for Trinidad after surrendering five hits and three runs in one inning.

Roswell Invaders Edge Trinidad Triggers 12-11

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July 18 2017 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Trinidad Triggers 12-11 in a high-scoring game at Central Park. Roswell finished with 12 runs on 12 hits and one error while Trinidad collected 19 hits and committed two errors.

Roswell built its lead with three runs in the third inning two in the fourth and one in the fifth before adding three runs in the eighth. The Invaders broke a 9-9 tie with three runs in the 10th inning. Trinidad answered with two runs in the bottom half but could not complete the comeback after scoring three runs in the seventh and one in the ninth.

J. Miller powered the Roswell offense by going 4-for-5 with three runs and seven RBI. The box score credited Miller with three home runs. Cody Bishop went 2-for-5 with a home run two runs and one RBI while Bobby Webb added a home run and drove in one run. Kaohu Gaspar scored three runs and had one hit one RBI and two walks.

Trinidad received three hits apiece from Eric Ferguson P. Llewellyn Jordan Van Atta and Kyle Rodriguez. Van Atta scored three runs and hit a home run while Kenneth Fudge and Rodriguez each drove in two runs. Dylan Porter earned the win for Roswell after allowing three runs on three hits in two innings. Cody Strayer took the loss for Trinidad after surrendering three runs on two hits in two innings.

Trinidad Triggers Life in Independent Baseball (Denver Post)

http://www.denverpost.com/2017/07/14/trinidad-triggers-baseball/By Kyle Newman Denver Post

Trinidad Triggers Defeat Roswell Invaders 10-3

July 17 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

July 17 2017 The Trinidad Triggers scored in five innings and defeated the Roswell Invaders 10-3. Trinidad collected 12 hits and took control with three runs in the third inning, followed by single runs in the fourth and fifth to build a 5-0 lead. Roswell answered with two runs in the sixth, but the Triggers added four in the seventh and another in the eighth before the Invaders scored once in the ninth.

Eric Ferguson led Trinidad with three hits in five at-bats, two runs and two RBIs. P. Llewellyn also had three hits, including a home run, with two runs and two RBIs. Jordan Van Atta hit a home run and drove in two runs, while J. Randle scored twice and Jabari Brown scored twice while contributing an RBI and two walks.

Teddy Henderson earned the win with a complete-game performance, allowing 11 hits and three earned runs in nine innings. He walked one and struck out seven. Roswell starter Austin Goss took the loss after allowing seven hits and five earned runs in five innings, with two walks and three strikeouts. Ryan Calby surrendered four runs on four hits in one inning for the Invaders.

Santa Fe Fuego Roll Past Trinidad Triggers 11-3

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July 16 2017 The Santa Fe Fuego defeated the Trinidad Triggers 11-3 after building an early lead and finishing with 17 hits. Santa Fe scored twice in each of the first three innings, added two runs in the fifth and broke the game open with three more in the sixth. Trinidad scored all three of its runs in the first inning and was held scoreless the rest of the way.

Robert Garza led Santa Fe with four hits in five at-bats and three RBIs. Eric Maria went 3-for-4 with three runs scored, while Matt Telesco added three hits, a double and an RBI. David Stone had two hits and two doubles. Caleb Baker and Ed Brandsema homered for the Fuego, with Brandsema also driving in two runs.

Brandsema earned the win after allowing three runs on six hits over eight innings, striking out six and walking four. Nick Hornbaker completed the game with a scoreless ninth inning. Trinidad starter Richard Edwards took the loss after surrendering eight runs on 13 hits in 4 2/3 innings. Tim Henry hit a home run and drove in two runs for the Triggers, who finished with eight hits.

Santa Fe Fuego Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 12-11

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July 15 2017 The Santa Fe Fuego scored six runs in the bottom of the ninth inning to overcome a five-run deficit and defeat the Trinidad Triggers 12-11. Santa Fe finished with 13 hits while Trinidad collected 16, but the Triggers committed five errors compared with two for the Fuego.

Trinidad built an 11-6 lead after scoring six times in the seventh and once in the eighth. Santa Fe answered with a six-run ninth inning to complete the comeback. The Fuego led 4-2 after two innings and 5-4 after four before the game turned in Trinidad’s favor.

Santa Fe’s Erick Magee went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI. Matt Haskins scored three runs and added two RBI with three walks, while Matt Telesco had two hits and two RBI. David Stone hit a ninth-inning home run and finished with two RBI. Trinidad’s J. Randle hit a home run and drove in four runs, Tim Henry collected three hits with a homer and an RBI, and Jordan Van Atta added two hits, a home run and two RBI.

Nick Hornbaker earned the win for Santa Fe after pitching a scoreless ninth inning with two strikeouts. Dan Karasinski worked 6.1 innings and allowed 12 hits and eight runs, seven earned, while striking out five. Trinidad starter Brandon Erickson pitched seven innings, allowing nine hits and five runs, four earned, with six strikeouts. Cody Strayer was charged with the loss after recording one out in the ninth.

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This game was played on 7/14/2017 at Fort Marcy

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This game was played on 7/13/2017 at Fort Marcy

Trinidad Triggers Cruise Past Garden City Wind 12-3

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July 9 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 12-3 at Central Park behind a 17-hit attack. Trinidad scored twice in the first inning, added four runs in the second and broke the game open with four more in the fourth. The Triggers also scored once in the sixth and once in the seventh, while Garden City scored one run in each of the second sixth and ninth innings.

Pat Llewellyn led Trinidad with four hits and two runs in six at-bats. Eric Ferguson went 3-for-5 with three runs and a walk, while J. Randle went 3-for-5 with two runs three RBI and a home run. Tim Henry and Lucas Owens each added two hits and three RBI. Randle’s home run was his 10th of the season.

Nate Harmon earned the win for Trinidad after allowing one hit and two runs over six innings. He walked eight and struck out 10. C. Strayer and Matt Picucci each worked a scoreless inning, and Adam Falcon allowed one run in the ninth. Garden City starter Trent Carrier took the loss after surrendering eight runs five earned on eight hits in three innings.

Garden City finished with three hits and committed three errors, while Trinidad had one error. Trent Carrier had one of the Wind’s three hits and drove in a run, and Morgan Blatnik also collected a hit and an RBI.

Trinidad Triggers Defeat Garden City Wind 12-5

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July 8 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 12-5 at Central Park, using a five-run fifth inning and a pair of two-run frames in the sixth and seventh to pull away. Trinidad collected 14 hits and scored in the first three innings before its five-run fifth turned a close game into a decisive lead.

Lucas Owens paced Trinidad with three hits and three runs in four at-bats, while J. Randle added three hits and an RBI. P. Llewellyn scored twice and drove in two runs, and Jordan Van Atta hit a home run and finished with three RBIs. Justin Busekrus had two hits, and Kyle Rodriguez scored twice and drove in a run.

Garden City received three hits from Taylor Zeutenhorst, who scored once and drove in a run. Ryan Whitt went 2-for-5 with an RBI, while Mike Rachun and T. Ellis each hit a home run. The Wind scored twice in the second, once in the sixth and twice in the ninth but could not overcome Trinidads early and middle-inning production.

Brandon Erickson earned the win for Trinidad after allowing five hits and three runs, with three earned, in seven innings. He walked two and struck out six. Dalton Bernardi took the loss for Garden City, allowing eight hits and nine runs in five innings, including five earned, while striking out two and walking five.

Garden City Wind Roll Past Trinidad Triggers 17-5

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July 7 2017 The Garden City Wind defeated the Trinidad Triggers 17-5 behind a 15-hit attack at Clint Lightner. Garden City scored in six innings, including four runs in the fourth, six in the seventh and three in the eighth, while Trinidad managed two runs in the third and three in the seventh. The Wind committed one error compared with two for the Triggers.

Jean Carlos Peralta led Garden City with four hits, three runs and seven RBI, including two home runs. Mike Rachun added two hits, four runs and four RBI with a home run, while Taylor Zeutenhorst had two hits, three runs, two RBI and a home run. Joey Cecere went 2-for-4 with two RBI, and Taylor Ellis collected three hits and two RBI.

Zak Qualls allowed two runs on six hits in 4.1 innings and struck out four for Garden City. Kevin Delzell earned the win after pitching 1.2 scoreless innings, allowing no hits with one strikeout. Trent Carrier and Thane Clark each added a scoreless inning. Trinidad’s Tim Henry had two hits and one RBI, while Justin Busekrus delivered two RBI as a pinch hitter.

Triggers Edge Wind 4-3 in 10 Innings

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July 6 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 4-3 in 10 innings. Trinidad scored once in the first inning, twice in the fifth and the go-ahead run in the 10th. Garden City answered with one run in the first and two in the seventh but was held scoreless over the final three innings.

Pat Llewellyn led Trinidad’s 14-hit attack by going 3-for-6 with two runs, one RBI and a home run. Eric Ferguson also collected three hits, while J. Randle went 2-for-3 with two walks. Jordan Van Atta drove in two runs, and Tim Henry added one RBI. Garden City managed six hits, with Ryan Whitt recording two and Joey Cecere driving in the Wind’s only RBI.

Andrew Reardon worked seven innings for Trinidad, allowing six hits and three runs while striking out seven. Adam Falcon and Matt Picucci each pitched a scoreless inning, with Picucci earning the win after recording one strikeout. David Gates closed the game with a scoreless 10th inning for the save.

Garden City starter M. Mayberry allowed 10 hits and three earned runs in six innings while walking five and striking out two. Jack Finnegan took the loss after allowing the deciding run in 1 2/3 innings. Trinidad finished with 14 hits and two errors, while Garden City committed no errors.

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This game was played on 7/5/2017 at Trinidad Central Park

Trinidad Triggers Defeat Santa Fe Fuego 6-2

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July 4 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 6-2 at Central Park. Trinidad scored once in the third and fourth innings before both teams added two runs in the sixth, giving the Triggers a 4-2 lead. Trinidad added two more runs in the eighth and held Santa Fe scoreless over the final three innings.

Kyle Rodriguez led Trinidad with three hits in four at-bats, scoring twice and driving in one run. Jordan Van Atta went 2-for-4 with an RBI, while Patrick Llewellyn drove in two runs. Justin Busekrus provided the key power with a home run and two RBI. Trinidad finished with 12 hits, while Santa Fe collected seven.

Cody Strayer earned the win after allowing five hits and two earned runs in six innings. He struck out seven and walked two. Matt Picucci followed with two scoreless innings, and David Gates recorded the save with two-thirds of a scoreless inning.

Santa Fe starter Ed Brandsema took the loss despite striking out six over seven innings. He allowed 10 hits and four earned runs while walking three. Matt Elko pitched the eighth inning and allowed two runs as Trinidad extended its lead.

Trinidad Triggers Hold Off Santa Fe Fuego 9-7

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July 3 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 9-7 at Central Park, overcoming Santa Fe’s 12-hit attack with 14 hits of their own. Trinidad built an early lead with one run in the first inning, four in the fourth, one in the fifth and three in the seventh. Santa Fe scored twice in the third, once in the sixth and four times in the ninth, but the late rally fell short.

Eric Ferguson led Trinidad with three hits, two runs and one RBI. Jordan Van Atta also collected three hits and drove in a run, while J. Randle had one hit and three RBI. Brandon Erickson contributed two hits, scored once and drove in a run. Randle’s three-run production was the game’s top RBI total.

Erickson earned the win after allowing eight hits and three runs over seven innings, with one earned run, three walks and eight strikeouts. C. Strayer struck out three in a scoreless eighth, and David Gates recorded the save with a strikeout in a scoreless ninth.

For Santa Fe, AJ Flores, Eric Maria, David Stone and A. Stubblefield each had two hits. Stone drove in two runs, while Eric Magee also finished with two RBI. Dan Karasinski took the loss after surrendering 10 hits and six earned runs in five innings.

Garden City Wind Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 9-7

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July 1 2017 The Garden City Wind defeated the Trinidad Triggers 9-7 after scoring twice in the ninth inning to break a 7-7 tie. Garden City finished with 10 hits and two errors while Trinidad collected 11 hits and committed three errors.

Garden City built an early lead with one run in the first inning and three in the third before adding two in the fourth. Morgan Blatnik went 2-for-5 with four RBI, while Mike Mayberry went 3-for-3 with a double a home run and three RBI. Gavin Lavallee and Mike Rachun also drove in runs for the Wind.

Trinidad scored three times in the first inning and added runs in the second fifth sixth and eighth. Tim Henry led the Triggers with three hits including a double and a triple plus two RBI. Kenneth Fudge added three hits and two RBI. Jack Finnegan earned the win with a scoreless ninth inning and no hits allowed. Mayberry pitched six innings for Garden City allowing 10 hits and six runs while striking out seven. Teddy Henderson worked seven innings for Trinidad and allowed eight hits and seven runs while striking out six, and Adam Falcon took the loss.

Triggers Rally Past Wind 8-6

June 30 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 30 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 8-6 after scoring in five of the final seven innings. Trinidad finished with 11 hits and three errors, while Garden City collected seven hits and committed one error in the game at Clint Lightner.

Garden City took a 1-0 lead in the second inning, but Trinidad answered with one run in the third and three more in the fourth. The Wind responded with four runs in the bottom of the fourth to take a 5-4 advantage. Trinidad tied the game with a run in the sixth, moved ahead with two runs in the seventh and added an insurance run in the ninth. Garden City scored once in the ninth but could not complete the comeback.

J. Randle led Trinidad with two hits, two runs, one RBI and a walk. P. Llewellyn and T. Henry each had two hits and one RBI, while Jabari Brown scored twice and Justin Busekrus contributed a double and one RBI. Trinidad also received doubles from Henry and Kyle Rodriguez. Garden City’s Gavin Lavallee scored twice and reached base four times with one hit and two walks, while Joey Cecere went 2-for-3 with a run and an RBI.

Jake Heissler earned the win with two scoreless innings, allowing no hits while striking out three and walking two. David Gates recorded the save after allowing one unearned run on two hits in the ninth. Garden City starter R. Calby allowed one run in three innings, but Brandon Anderson was charged with the loss after giving up two runs in one-third of an inning.

Garden City Wind Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 12-5

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June 29 2017 The Garden City Wind defeated the Trinidad Triggers 12-5 after turning a close game into a decisive victory with five-run innings in the fourth and seventh. Garden City collected 15 hits and overcame a 1-0 deficit, taking a 5-1 lead after four innings, extending the advantage to 7-1 in the sixth and finishing the scoring with a five-run seventh. Cameron Ketchen led the Wind offense with three hits and four RBI, including a home run. Joey Cecere added three hits, two RBI, two walks and two runs, while Gavin Lavallee went 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI. Ryan Whitt also homered and drove in two runs. Jean Carlos Peralta scored twice and collected two hits. Trinidad scored once in the first inning before adding three runs in the seventh and one in the eighth. Eric Ferguson homered and finished with two hits, two runs and three RBI, while P. Llewellyn went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI. The Triggers finished with six hits and committed no errors, while Garden City had three errors. Trent Carrier earned the win for Garden City after allowing four hits and four runs over seven innings, with only one run earned. He struck out seven and walked two. Ryan Harper worked the final two innings, allowing two hits and one run while striking out four. Richard Edwards took the loss for Trinidad after allowing 10 hits and five runs in four innings.

Triggers Pull Away From Fuego 8-2

June 28 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 28 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 8-2 at Central Park, using a 12-hit attack to pull away for the victory. Santa Fe finished with three hits and two errors, while Trinidad overcame two errors of its own to score in four different innings.

Trinidad took a 3-0 lead in the third inning and added a run in the fourth after Santa Fe scored twice in the top half. The Triggers extended the advantage to 5-2 with another run in the fifth before breaking the game open with three runs in the seventh.

J. Randle and T. Henry each homered for Trinidad. Randle went 1-for-3 with two RBI and a walk, while Henry had two hits, scored twice and drove in one run. J. Brown also collected two hits and an RBI, and pinch-hitter L. Owens drove in two runs. Brandon Erickson contributed two hits from the mound.

Erickson earned the win by pitching all seven innings, allowing three hits and two runs, one earned, while walking three and striking out four. Santa Fe starter Ed Brandsema took the loss after allowing five hits and four earned runs in four innings, with three walks and four strikeouts.

Trinidad Triggers Rally Past Santa Fe Fuego 4-3

June 27 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 27 2017 The Trinidad Triggers scored three times in the sixth inning to defeat the Santa Fe Fuego 4-3 in a seven-inning game. Trinidad finished with five hits and one error while Santa Fe collected seven hits and also committed one error. Santa Fe took a 2-1 lead with two runs in the second inning and added another run in the fifth. Matt Haskins hit his 14th home run and drove in two runs for the Fuego, while Caleb Baker added an RBI. N. Gotta went 2-for-2 with a walk and stole two bases, and Matt Haskins also scored once. Tim Henry delivered a triple and three RBIs for Trinidad, and Kenneth Fudge added an RBI on a sacrifice fly. Eric Ferguson went 2-for-3 with a double and scored twice. Nate Harmon earned the win after allowing three runs, two earned, on five hits in six innings with six strikeouts and three walks. David Gates pitched a scoreless seventh for the save, while Santa Fe starter Zach Carter took the loss after allowing four runs, two earned, on five hits in six innings.

Santa Fe Fuego Defeat Trinidad Triggers 3-2 on June 27 2017

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June 27 2017 The Santa Fe Fuego defeated the Trinidad Triggers 3-2 in a seven-inning game at Central Park. Santa Fe scored all three of its runs in the third inning and held Trinidad scoreless in every other inning except the sixth, when the Triggers scored twice.

N. Gotta led Santa Fe with three hits in four at-bats, including a double. A.J. Flores went 2-for-3 with two RBI, while Eric Maria added two hits and drove in a run. Matt Telesco also had two hits for the Fuego, who finished with 10 hits. Trinidad collected eight hits, with P. Llewellyn and Jabari Brown recording two apiece; Brown had one RBI and Kenneth Fudge added another.

Dan Karasinski earned the win for Santa Fe after allowing two runs on eight hits in six innings, with three walks and three strikeouts. Brent West pitched a scoreless seventh to earn the save, allowing no hits while issuing three walks. Cody Strayer took the loss for Trinidad after giving up three runs on eight hits in six innings, striking out five and walking two. Matt Picucci worked a scoreless seventh for the Triggers.

Triggers Rally Past Fuego 4-2

June 26 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 26 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 4-2 on June 26 2017 at Central Park. Trinidad finished with five hits and no errors while Santa Fe collected seven hits and committed one error.

Trinidad opened the scoring in the first inning before Santa Fe tied the game with a run in the fourth. The Fuego moved ahead 2-1 with another run in the sixth, but the Triggers answered with two runs in the bottom half of the inning and added an insurance run in the seventh.

Patrick Llewellyn and Kyle Rodriguez each had one hit and drove in two runs for Trinidad. Llewellyn’s two-run production and Rodriguez’s two RBI led the Triggers’ offense. Santa Fe catcher Eric Maria went 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI, while David Stone also drove in a run.

Teddy Henderson earned the win after allowing two runs on seven hits in eight innings. He struck out six and walked none. David Gates worked a scoreless ninth with two strikeouts for the save. Santa Fe starter Dillion Sunnafrank took the loss after giving up three earned runs on four hits in six innings with five strikeouts and four walks.

Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 13-7

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June 24 2017 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Trinidad Triggers 13-7 after collecting 16 hits and scoring in four of their final six trips to the plate. Alpine broke a scoreless tie with three runs in the fourth inning, added two in the sixth, scored five in the seventh and finished with three in the ninth. Trinidad scored six runs in the fourth and one in the eighth but could not keep pace. The Cowboys committed no errors while the Triggers made two.

Crisford Adames led Alpine with three hits, including three doubles, three RBI and two runs scored. Lance Myers also went 3-for-5 with two RBI and three runs, while Angel Martinez had two hits and two RBI. JJ Graham drove in two runs and drew a pair of walks, and Sean Persky added an RBI.

Trinidad received a three-RBI performance from Kyle Rodriguez, who hit his second home run of the season. Tim Henry went 2-for-5 with two RBI, and Kenneth Fudge contributed two hits and an RBI. The Triggers finished with 10 hits overall.

Andrew Millner was credited with the victory for Alpine after throwing two scoreless innings with three strikeouts and one walk. Alpine pitching held Trinidad scoreless over the first three innings and limited the Triggers to one run over the final five frames. The official game information listed Jason Edwards as Trinidads losing pitcher.

Triggers Roll Past Pupfish 16-2

June 23 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 23 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the White Sands Pupfish 16-2 at Central Park, scoring 16 runs on 16 hits while holding White Sands to six hits. Trinidad improved to 36-24, while White Sands fell to 13-50.

Trinidad took an early lead with one run in the first inning, then broke the game open with four runs in the fourth. The Triggers added one run in the fifth, two in the sixth, three in the seventh and five in the eighth. White Sands scored once in the third and once in the sixth.

Eric Ferguson went 2-for-5 with two runs and three RBI for Trinidad, including his fourth home run of the season. Kenneth Fudge also homered and finished with two hits, two runs and four RBI. Tim Henry went 3-for-6 with two doubles, two runs and three RBI, while Patrick Llewellyn went 3-for-4 with two runs and an RBI. Kyle Rodriguez added a hit, a run and an RBI.

Brandon Erickson earned the win after allowing four hits and two runs over seven innings. He walked five and struck out six. Matt Picucci and Niko BlindEagle each worked a scoreless inning in relief. White Sands starter Jason Harper took the loss after allowing six hits and five earned runs in four innings.

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This game was played on 6/22/2017 at Trinidad Central Park

Triggers Rally Past Invaders With 10 Run Eighth

June 21 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 21 2017 The Trinidad Triggers erased a three-run deficit with a 10-run eighth inning and defeated the Roswell Invaders 11-3. Trinidad finished with 11 hits, while Roswell collected eight. The Triggers also committed two errors compared with four by the Invaders.

Roswell led 1-0 after six innings and added two runs in the eighth, but Trinidad answered with its decisive 10-run outburst. The Triggers added another run in the ninth to complete the comeback. Trinidad’s scoring was driven by a three-RBI performance from P. Llewellyn and three RBI from Kyle Rodriguez, while J. Randle added two RBI. Reagan Rutledge contributed a hit, three walks, two runs and one RBI, and Eric Ferguson scored twice and had two hits.

Teddy Henderson earned the win for Trinidad after allowing one run on five hits in seven innings. He walked one and struck out eight. Matt Picucci worked one inning and allowed two runs, while Adam Falcon finished with a scoreless ninth.

Eric Gleese kept Roswell in front through seven innings, allowing two hits and no runs while striking out 11. The Triggers broke through against Dallas Gibson and the Invaders’ bullpen in the eighth, with Gibson charged with three runs in one-third of an inning, Devin Malone allowing four runs in one-third of an inning and Ed Reichenbach surrendering four runs in 1 1/3 innings. Bobby Webb had two hits and two RBI for Roswell, including a double.

Roswell Invaders Rally Past Trinidad Triggers in Extra Innings

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June 20 2017 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Trinidad Triggers 6-5 in 10 innings at Joe Bauman Park. Roswell scored the decisive run in the bottom of the 10th after the teams were tied at 5-5 through nine innings.

Trinidad took control with a four-run fifth inning after Roswell scored three times in the fourth. The Triggers added another run in the seventh, but Roswell answered in the fifth and seventh before producing the winning run in the 10th. Trinidad finished with 15 hits and Roswell had nine, with neither team committing an error.

J. Randle led Trinidad with four hits in five at-bats and three RBI. Eric Ferguson scored once and drove in a run, while Tim Henry collected two hits and scored once. Andrew Reardon also had three hits in three at-bats. For Roswell, Mitch Elliott went 2-for-4 with a run and an RBI, while N. Stoll had an RBI and scored once.

Toby Eigner earned the win for Roswell after pitching a scoreless 10th inning with one strikeout and two hits allowed. Adam Falcon took the loss for Trinidad, allowing one run on one hit and two walks in two-thirds of an inning. Trinidad starter Andrew Reardon worked 6 1/3 innings, allowing five runs on six hits while striking out seven and walking 10.

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This game was played on 6/19/2017 at Joe Bauman

Trinidad Triggers Outlast Santa Fe Fuego in 14 Innings

June 18 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 18 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 8-7 in a 14-inning game. Trinidad finished with 11 hits and scored twice in the third seventh and 14th innings while adding single runs in the eighth and ninth. Santa Fe collected 16 hits and scored twice in the first inning before the game was decided in the 14th.

Tim Henry led Trinidad with two hits two runs and one RBI including a home run. Kyle Rodriguez went 3-for-4 with two runs two RBIs and a home run. Eric Ferguson and J. Randle each added two hits and one RBI. For Santa Fe Caleb Baker had two hits and two runs including a triple while Eric Maria went 3-for-5 with one run and one RBI. Erick Magee hit a home run and drove in one run and A. Stubblefield contributed two RBIs.

Jake Heissler earned the win for Trinidad after pitching three innings and allowing three hits one run and one earned run with two strikeouts. Brandon Erickson started for the Triggers and struck out nine in six innings while allowing eight hits four runs and three earned runs. Dillion Sunnafrank took the loss for Santa Fe despite allowing four hits and three runs two earned over six innings. He struck out eight.

Santa Fe held a 6-5 lead after nine innings but Trinidad scored twice in the 14th to move ahead. The Fuego answered with one run in the bottom half but could not complete the comeback.

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This game was played on 6/17/2017 at Fort Marcy

Triggers Overwhelm Fuego 17-7

June 16 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 16 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 17-7, collecting 20 hits in the high-scoring victory. Trinidad jumped ahead with three runs in the first inning, three in the second and four in the third to take a 10-1 lead. Santa Fe scored six times in the seventh to cut the deficit to three, but the Triggers answered with four runs in the eighth and two more in the ninth.

Patrick Llewellyn led Trinidad with three hits, four RBI and two home runs. J. Randle went 4-for-5 with three RBI, while Kyle Rodriguez had four hits. Justin Busekrus added three hits and scored four runs, and Eric Ferguson reached base four times with two hits, two walks and three runs scored. Trinidad also received two RBI from Tim Henry.

Santa Fe produced 18 hits, including three each by Caleb Baker, Eric Maria and Willie Doll. David Stone hit a home run and drove in three runs, while Matt Haskins also homered and finished with two RBI. The Fuego"s other run-producing hits came from Maria and A. Stubblefield, who each drove in one run.

Teddy Henderson earned the win for Trinidad after allowing 14 hits and seven runs over 6.1 innings while striking out four. C. Strayer, Adam Falcon and Matt Picucci combined to hold Santa Fe scoreless over the final 2.2 innings. Luis Ortega took the loss for Santa Fe after surrendering 11 hits and 10 runs in three innings, with six of the runs earned.

Trinidad Triggers Power Past Santa Fe Fuego 18-10

June 15 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 15 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Santa Fe Fuego 18-10 in a high-scoring game. Trinidad collected 22 hits and scored in six innings, including six runs in the first, two in the third, four in the fourth, two in the fifth, three in the seventh and one in the eighth. Santa Fe answered with three runs in both the first and second innings before adding two runs in the sixth and two in the ninth.

Justin Busekrus went 3-for-6 with four runs and a home run for Trinidad. J. Randle finished 3-for-6 with three runs, five RBI and two home runs, while Tim Henry was 3-for-6 with two runs, six RBI and two homers. P. Llewellyn added four hits in six at-bats, and Kyle Rodriguez went 4-for-5 with two runs and one RBI. Andrew Reardon contributed two hits and three RBI.

Trinidad"s six home runs also included solo shots by Busekrus and Reardon. Santa Fe received home runs from Matt Haskins and Caleb Baker, with Haskins driving in three runs and Baker adding two RBI. Willie Doll collected three hits and two RBI for the Fuego, while Matt Haskins and Caleb Baker each scored twice.

Reardon earned the win after allowing eight runs on eight hits in six innings, with five walks and five strikeouts. Richard Edwards worked three innings and allowed two runs on five hits. Zach Carter took the loss for Santa Fe after surrendering 12 runs on 13 hits in four innings, with two walks and one strikeout. Dylan Norris struck out four in two innings of relief.

Alpine Cowboys Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 17-11

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June 14 2017 The Alpine Cowboys defeated the Trinidad Triggers 17-11 in a high-scoring contest. Alpine collected 17 hits and scored eight runs in the second inning, three in the fourth, four in the seventh and two in the ninth. Trinidad answered with two runs in the first, three in the third, one in the sixth, two in the seventh and three in the ninth while finishing with 13 hits.

Jonathan Moroney led Alpine’s offense with four hits in five at-bats, four runs and six RBI. He also hit a home run and two doubles. John Giakas added three hits and three RBI, while C. Scura went 3-for-6 with two runs and an RBI. Angel Martinez contributed three RBI and Lance Myers scored twice with a hit and an RBI.

Trinidad’s P. Llewellyn went 3-for-4 with four runs and two RBI and hit a home run. Tim Henry added two hits and three RBI with a home run, while Lucas Owens collected three hits and scored twice.

Ely Gallego earned the win for Alpine after allowing 11 hits and eight runs, seven earned, in 6.2 innings. He struck out seven and walked three. Alhanon Miller followed with 1.1 scoreless innings and three strikeouts, while Frank Fantino worked a scoreless ninth. Niko BlindEagle took the loss for Trinidad after surrendering eight runs in one inning.

Trinidad Triggers Overpower Alpine Cowboys 25-10

June 13 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 13 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Alpine Cowboys 25-10 at Central Park, pounding out 21 hits while Alpine finished with 13. Trinidad seized control with seven runs in the first inning and added three in the second to take a 10-6 lead. The Triggers continued to pull away with two runs in the third, three in the fourth, two in the fifth, four in the sixth, one in the seventh and three in the eighth. Alpine scored four times in the eighth inning but could not close the gap.

Tim Henry led Trinidad’s offensive attack by going 4-for-5 with two home runs, six runs scored and five RBI. Patrick Llewellyn went 2-for-6 with a home run and four RBI, while Lucas Owens added two hits and three RBI. Justin Busekrus drove in three runs, Reagan Rutledge homered and finished with three RBI, and Justin Randle collected two hits and two RBI. Brandon Erickson also contributed three hits and an RBI.

Erickson earned the win for Trinidad after allowing 13 hits and 10 runs, five earned, in 7.2 innings. He walked one and struck out six, with Adam Falcon and Matt Picucci combining for 1.1 scoreless innings in relief. Alpine starter Christian Flecha took the loss after surrendering 11 hits and 14 runs, 12 earned, in three innings. Trinidad committed one error while Alpine made three.

Trinidad Triggers Edge Alpine Cowboys 7-6

June 12 2017 The Trinidad Triggers

June 12 2017 The Trinidad Triggers held off the Alpine Cowboys 7-6 after scoring in five different innings and taking the lead for good with a run in the seventh. Trinidad finished with seven hits and three errors while Alpine also collected seven hits and committed four errors.

Trinidad opened with three runs in the first inning, but Alpine answered with four in the second to take a 4-3 lead. The Triggers tied the game in the fourth and added single runs in the fifth and sixth innings. Alpine scored twice in the seventh to even the game at 6-6 before Trinidad pushed across the winning run in the bottom half.

Pat Llewellyn led Trinidad with three hits, including a home run, while Tim Henry also homered and finished with one hit and one RBI. Jabari Brown and Reagan Rutledge each drove in a run, and Lucas Owens added a hit and an RBI. For Alpine, Jonathan Moroney had a double and two RBI, while Angel Martinez drove in three runs. Zach Kirby earned the win after allowing six runs, two earned, on six hits in seven innings with 11 strikeouts. David Gates worked a scoreless ninth for the save, and Frank Fantino took the loss for Alpine.

Garden City Wind Outslug Trinidad Triggers 19-12

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June 11 2017 The Garden City Wind defeated the Trinidad Triggers 19-12 at Central Park in a high-scoring game. Garden City collected 18 hits and scored all 19 of its runs, while Trinidad finished with 16 hits and 12 runs. The Wind committed one error and the Triggers made four.

Ryan Whitt led Garden City with three hits, three runs and four RBIs, including two home runs. Mike Rachun went 4-for-6 with three runs, three RBIs and a home run, while Eli Roundtree added three hits, three runs, three RBIs and a home run. Cameron Ketchen drove in three runs, and Joey Cecere contributed three RBIs. Garden City also received two hits and three runs from Jean Carlos Peralta and two hits and two runs from Morgan Blatnik.

Trinidad was paced by Kyle Rodriguez, who had three hits and four RBIs, and Lucas Owens, who collected three hits and three RBIs. Tim Henry added two hits, three runs and two RBIs, while Patrick Llewellyn had three hits and Reagan Rutledge scored twice. Mason Mayberry earned the win for Garden City after allowing four runs on seven hits in six innings with two walks and six strikeouts. Richard Edwards took the loss for Trinidad after surrendering six runs on eight hits in five innings.

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Trinidad Triggers 13 Garden City Wind 9

This game was played on 6/10/2017 at Trinidad Central Park

Garden City Wind Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 8-4

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June 9 2017 The Garden City Wind defeated the Trinidad Triggers 8-4 after scoring six runs in the eighth inning. Garden City finished with 11 hits and one error while Trinidad recorded six hits without an error.

Trinidad took a 3-0 lead in the second inning, and the Triggers added another run in the eighth. Garden City answered with two runs in the fifth before breaking the game open with six runs in the eighth to take the lead and complete the victory.

Jean Carlos Peralta led Garden City with two hits, two runs and three RBI, while Eli Roundtree added two hits, one run and four RBI. Roundtree and Peralta each hit a home run. Ryan Whitt also collected two hits and scored twice, and Mike Rachun had one hit and one RBI.

Trent Carrier worked six innings for Garden City, allowing five hits and three runs while striking out six. Brandon Anderson earned the win after allowing one run on one hit in one inning, and Jack Finnegan struck out one in a scoreless ninth. Trinidad starter Andrew Reardon allowed seven hits and two runs over six innings with six strikeouts, while Adam Falcon was charged with the loss after giving up four runs in one-third of an inning.

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Trinidad Triggers7 Garden City Wind 6

This game was played on 6/8/2017 at Clint Lightner

Santa Fe Fuego Defeat Trinidad Triggers 11-5

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June 7 2017 The Santa Fe Fuego defeated the Trinidad Triggers 11-5 after scoring in four innings and collecting 14 hits. Santa Fe struck for four runs in the first inning, added two in the second, three in the fifth and two in the eighth. Trinidad scored twice in the first, once in the second, once in the sixth and once in the seventh. The Fuego committed one error while the Triggers had four.

David Stone led Santa Fe with three hits, two runs and one RBI. Eric Maria and A.J. Stubblefield each recorded two hits, with Maria driving in two runs and Stubblefield producing three RBI. Matt Haskins scored twice, while Nick Gotta, Erick Magee and Caleb Baker also drove in runs for the Fuego. Santa Fe’s 10 total RBI were spread across seven players.

Trinidad’s Justin Busekrus went 3-for-4 with a double and a run, while Patrick Llewellyn and J. Randle each had two hits. Randle supplied the Triggers’ biggest offensive blow with a home run and three RBI. Dalton Greenwalt was credited with the win after allowing one run on three hits in two innings of relief. Matt Elko worked four innings for Santa Fe, allowing three runs on six hits with four strikeouts. Trinidad starter Brandon Erickson took the loss after surrendering nine runs, six earned, on 10 hits in 4.2 innings.

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This game was played on 6/5/2017 at Trinidad Central Park

Trinidad Triggers Rally Past Roswell Invaders 15-13

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June 4 2017 The Trinidad Triggers overcame a late four-run deficit to defeat the Roswell Invaders 15-13 at Joe Bauman Park. Trinidad collected 16 hits and scored seven runs in the ninth inning to complete the comeback, while Roswell finished with 17 hits in the high-scoring game.

Trinidad led 5-2 after five innings before Roswell surged ahead with five runs in the seventh and four more in the eighth. The Invaders carried an 11-5 lead into the ninth, but the Triggers answered with seven runs in the final inning. Roswell added two runs in the bottom half, but could not recover the lead.

Lucas Owens paced Trinidad with a 5-for-5 performance, three RBI and two runs scored. P. Llewellyn and J. Randle each added three hits, while Tim Henry went 2-for-5 with three RBI. Jayson Baytop and Jabari Brown drove in two runs apiece. Roswell’s Bobby Webb went 4-for-6 with two RBI, and Kaohu Gaspar contributed four hits and four RBI. Tobias Moreno scored three runs, while G. Lavallee drove in three.

Adam Falcon earned the win for Trinidad after pitching one inning, allowing four runs on four hits with three strikeouts. Matt Picucci worked six innings and allowed two runs on six hits with four strikeouts. Toby Eigner took the loss for Roswell after giving up seven runs on four hits in one inning. The teams combined for 33 hits and 28 runs, with no home runs listed in the box score.

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This game was played on 6/3/2017 at Joe Bauman

Roswell Invaders Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 12-5

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June 2 2017 The Roswell Invaders defeated the Trinidad Triggers 12-5 at Joe Bauman Park. Roswell scored in four innings and finished with seven hits while Trinidad collected four hits. Both teams committed one error.

Roswell took a 1-0 lead in the first inning and added two runs in the fourth before Trinidad scored twice in the fifth. The Invaders extended their advantage with three runs in the seventh, then broke the game open with a six-run eighth. Trinidad answered with two runs in the eighth but could not overcome the deficit.

Caleb Patterson went 2-for-5 with two RBI for Roswell, while Kyle Peralta went 2-for-3 with two runs and one RBI. Julian Bilodeau hit a home run and drove in two runs, and Tobias Moreno added an RBI. Bobby Webb scored twice and drew three walks. For Trinidad, Justin Busekrus went 2-for-5 with two runs, and Llewellyn went 2-for-3 with two runs.

Lance Fairchild earned the win after allowing one hit and one unearned run in one inning, with one strikeout and two walks. Mike Scimanico opened for Roswell and allowed two runs on three hits over five innings while striking out six. Jake Heissler took the loss for Trinidad after surrendering three runs in one inning. Trinidad pitching issued 13 walks in the game, while Roswell pitchers struck out 11 and issued 11 walks.

Roswell Invaders Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 10-9

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June 1 2017 The Roswell Invaders rallied for four runs in the ninth inning to defeat the Trinidad Triggers 10-9. Roswell collected 16 hits, while Trinidad finished with 15 in a back-and-forth contest. Roswell scored in each of the first four innings to take an early 4-0 lead, but Trinidad answered with four runs in the third and eventually moved ahead 9-6 after scoring three times in the eighth. The Invaders’ ninth-inning rally secured the win. Tobias Moreno led Roswell with three hits and two RBI. Kaohu Gaspar, Bobby Webb, Kyle Peralta, Zach Migliozzi and Joel Garza each added two hits, while Migliozzi hit a home run and drove in one run. For Trinidad, Justin Busekrus, Jayson Baytop, P. Llewellyn, J. Randle, Kenneth Fudge, Tim Henry, Gabriel Douglas and Jabari Brown contributed two hits apiece. Fudge hit a home run, and Llewellyn collected two RBI. Toby Eigner earned the win with a scoreless ninth inning, allowing no hits while striking out one. Dylan Porter struck out six and allowed four earned runs in four innings for Roswell. Trinidad starter Niko BlindEagle worked five innings with five strikeouts, allowing seven hits and four runs, two earned. David Gates took the loss after surrendering four runs on four hits in two-thirds of an inning.

Trinidad Triggers Rally Past Garden City Wind 7-6

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May 31 2017 The Trinidad Triggers rallied past the Garden City Wind 7-6 at Central Park in a game that featured 22 combined hits. Trinidad collected 13 hits and overcame a three-run deficit late, while Garden City finished with nine hits and three errors.

Garden City scored twice in the first inning and added runs in the fourth seventh and eighth. Trinidad answered with one run in the first and another in the third before both teams broke through in the seventh. The Triggers scored three in the bottom of the seventh to take a 5-4 lead, then Garden City regained a 6-5 advantage in the top of the eighth. Trinidad responded with two runs in the bottom half to secure the victory.

J. Randle led Trinidad with four hits in four at-bats and drove in one run. P. Llewellyn scored twice and had two RBI while K. Fudge and J. Brown each contributed two RBI. Justin Busekrus scored twice and had two hits. For Garden City Taylor Zeutenhorst went 3-for-5 with two RBI and a triple, while Mike Rachun and Cameron Ketchen each had two hits and two RBI.

Adam Falcon earned the win after allowing one run on two hits with three strikeouts in one inning. David Gates recorded the save with a scoreless ninth that included two strikeouts. Brandon Erickson started for Trinidad and allowed four hits and three runs over 5.2 innings while striking out six. Garden City starter T. Mannebach worked 6.1 innings and allowed 10 hits five runs four earned with seven strikeouts; Dalton Bernardi was charged with the loss.

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Trinidad Triggers 9 Garden City Win

Trinidad Triggers 9 Garden City Wind 4

This game was played on 5/30/2017 at Trinidad Central Park

Trinidad Triggers Pull Away From Garden City Wind 9-5

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May 29 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 9-5 after building their lead with runs in the sixth and eighth innings. Trinidad collected 10 hits and scored once in the first inning and again in the third before the teams traded three-run innings in the fifth. The Triggers then scored twice in the sixth and twice more in the eighth to secure the victory.

Eric Ferguson led Trinidad’s offense by going 3-for-5 with four runs and three RBI. He also hit a home run and a pair of triples. Tim Henry added two hits and three RBI, while Pat Llewellyn and J. Randle each contributed two RBI. Justin Busekrus went 2-for-3 with a double, three runs and a stolen base.

Garden City received two hits and an RBI from Morgan Blatnik, while Eli Roundtree and Nick Wagner also collected two hits. The Wind scored once in the fourth, three times in the fifth and once in the sixth, but could not overcome the deficit. Garden City finished with eight hits and committed four errors, compared with three errors for Trinidad.

Teddy Henderson earned the win for Trinidad after allowing five runs, four earned, on seven hits over six innings. He walked three and struck out three. Matt Picucci, C. Strayer and David Gates combined to hold Garden City scoreless over the final three innings. Thane Clark took the loss for the Wind after allowing five runs, four earned, on five hits in five innings, with four walks and one strikeout.

Garden City Wind Rally Past Trinidad Triggers 9-8

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May 28 2017 The Garden City Wind rallied for two runs in the 10th inning to defeat the Trinidad Triggers 9-8. Garden City finished with 18 hits and one error, while Trinidad collected 15 hits and committed three errors.

Trinidad built an 8-7 lead with three runs in the third inning, two in the seventh, and one each in the first, eighth, and 10th. J. Randle went 3-for-6 with a home run and three RBI, while P. Llewellyn also drove in three runs. Justin Busekrus and Eric Ferguson each had three hits, and Trinidad stole six bases as a team.

Garden City answered with five runs in the fourth, added a run in the fifth and seventh, and then scored twice in the 10th to secure the victory. Jean Carlos Peralta went 3-for-4 with two RBI, Ryan Whitt collected three hits and two RBI, and Taylor Zeutenhorst and T. Ellis also had three hits apiece. Garden City’s 10th-inning rally came against David Gates, who allowed two hits and two runs in two-thirds of an inning.

Evan Karre was credited with the win for Garden City. Dalton Bernardi worked six innings and allowed eight hits and five earned runs while striking out six for the Wind, and Trinidad’s Matt Picucci threw 1.2 scoreless innings with three strikeouts.

Garden City Wind Defeat Trinidad Triggers 25-11

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May 27 2017 The Garden City Wind defeated the Trinidad Triggers 25-11 in a high-scoring Pecos League contest. Garden City finished with 19 hits and scored in five of its six offensive innings, while Trinidad collected 12 hits and committed four errors. The Wind made the difference early by scoring six runs in the first inning, four in the second and 14 in the third to take a 24-1 lead.

Garden City catcher T. Ellis delivered a standout performance with three hits, three runs and 10 RBIs, including two home runs. Jean Carlos Peralta went 3-for-4 with four RBIs and a home run, while Taylor Zeutenhorst collected five hits, scored four runs and drove in two. Cameron Ketchen added three hits and two RBIs, and Mike Rachun contributed two RBIs.

Trinidad scored three runs in the fourth, five in the sixth and two in the seventh, but could not overcome the early deficit. Eric Ferguson had two hits and two RBIs, while P. Llewellyn also recorded three hits and two RBIs. Jayson Baytop and J. Randle each scored twice.

Jack Finnegan earned the win for Garden City after allowing six runs on seven hits in five innings with five strikeouts and six walks. N. Minot worked the final two innings, allowing five runs on five hits while striking out three. Trinidad starter Niko BlindEagle took the loss after surrendering eight runs on six hits in one inning.

Trinidad Triggers Defeat Garden City Wind 3-1

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May 26 2017 The Trinidad Triggers defeated the Garden City Wind 3-1. Trinidad finished with five hits and no errors while Garden City collected six hits without committing an error.

Both teams scored in the first inning, but Trinidad moved ahead with a run in the fourth and added an insurance run in the ninth. Jayson Baytop scored once and had one hit, while Tim Henry scored twice and added a hit. Jabari Brown led the Triggers with two hits, and Kenneth Fudge also had a hit.

Brandon Erickson earned the win after allowing two hits and one earned run over six innings. He issued two walks and struck out 12. C. Strayer, Adam Falcon and David Gates combined to finish the game, with Gates recording the save after a scoreless ninth inning.

Garden City starter T. Mannebach worked six innings and allowed four hits and two earned runs while striking out six. Josh Mollett took the loss after allowing one run and two walks in the ninth. Joey Cecere, Ryan Whitt, Taylor Zeutenhorst, Eli Roundtree, Nick Wagner and Mike Rachun each recorded one hit for the Wind.

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Trinidad Triggers6 Garden City Wind 1

This game was played on 5/25/2017 at Clint Lightner

Thomas Nelson to Manage Trinidad Triggers for 2017 Season

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Thomas Nelson to Manage Trinidad Triggers for 2017 Season

The Trinidad Triggers have announced Thomas Nelson will be the 2017 Field Manager. Nelson is no stranger to the Pecos League. In 2016 Thomas guided the Alpine Cowboys to the Southern Division Playoffs. In 2012 he pitched for the Las Cruces Vaqueros. In 2011 he pitched for the Roswell Invaders. In 2013 Thomas served as the pitching coach for the Las Vegas Train Robbers.

Thomas also pitched for the Schaumburg Boomers and the Gary Railcats. The Trinidad Triggers begin their regular season May 18th against the Santa Fe Fuego.

The Trinidad Triggers have released their 2017 schedule

The Trinidad Triggers have released

The Trinidad Triggers have released their 2017 schedule. It is viewable at online at TrinidadTriggers.com

2017 will be the 6th season for the Triggers in Trinidad as the Pecos League"s Colorado Team. The Triggers will split Spring Training between Salina and Garden City before opening the season in Santa Fe against the Fuego.

The Triggers will defend their Northern Division Title against other Northern Division Teams Salina, Garden City and Santa Fe.

The Triggers play 32 home games and 32 away games.

• The Triggers play the White Sands Pupfish 8 times
• The Triggers play the Roswell Invaders 3 times
• The Triggers play the Alpine Cowboys 2 times
• The Triggers play the Tucson Saguaros 4 times
• The Triggers play the Santa Fe Fuego 22 times
• The Triggers play the Salina Stockade 7 times
• The Triggers play the Garden City Wind 19 times