The Chicago Cubs defeated the Oakland A’s, 3-1, in the finale of Big League Weekend before a sellout crowd of 10,375 at Cashman Field.
The two-game series for BLW had a total attendance of 18,382.
Las Vegan Kris Bryant led the Cubs with a 2-for-2 performance including 2 home runs and 3 RBI (a pinch-hit, two-run homer in the third inning and a solo shot in the sixth).
The A’s were held hitless until a lead-off double to left field in the eighth inning by designated hitter Matt Olson
The 51s will open their 33rd season in the Silver State on Thursday, April 9 against the Fresno Grizzlies, Triple-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, at Chukchansi Park in Northern California. Las Vegas’ home opener is Friday, April 17 against the Grizzlies at 7:05 p.m. at Cashman Field.
2015 season tickets and mini-plan packages (11, 22, 36-game plans) are available by calling the 51s office at (702) 798-7825.
Official licensed 51s team merchandise is available on the “Team Shop” section of the website at www.LV51.com.
