The Spokane Indians fell 16‑2 in the opener of a six‑game series against the Everett AquaSox, extending their skid to six defeats in seven outings and leaving them at the bottom of the league with a 21‑21 record.
Everett’s offense proved relentless, highlighted by shortstop Austin St. Laurent, who went 5‑for‑5 with four RBIs and helped the visitors build an early lead that they never relinquished.
Spokane’s pitching struggled mightily, as six different arms combined for 14 walks and two hit batters, underscoring a control problem that has plagued the staff all season.
Two of the Indians’ few bright spots came from Tanner Thach and Cameron Nelson, each launching solo home runs that briefly trimmed the deficit but could not spark a comeback.
The result nudged Everett ahead of Spokane in the second‑half standings by half a game, while the Indians’ run differential sits at minus‑82 across 42 second‑half games, reflecting a steep decline in performance.
Key Performances and Roster Moves
The series will continue Wednesday night at 7:05 p.m. MST, with the Indians set to welcome new additions Wilder Dalis and Derek Bernard, both promoted from Low‑A Fresno, while Tevin Tucker was moved up to Double‑A Hartford earlier in the day.
Dalis, a Colorado Rockies prospect, arrives after posting a .304/.409/.974 slash line with 15 homers and 22 stolen bases in Fresno, while Bernard brings a .266/.366/.775 line and 53 RBIs in 75 games with the same affiliate.
Tucker, who led the Northwest League in stolen bases with 37 attempts, adds speed to the roster as the club looks to rebound from a dismal stretch and close the gap with the league’s middle tier.