Salt River blew leads of 3-0 and 7-5 and put the tying and winning runs on in the 9th but survived for a 9-8 win. Elian Soto was the sole National in the starting lineup. Juan’s little brother batted eighth…
In Arizona Fall League action, the Salt River Rafters held on to defeat their opponents 9-8 after blowing multiple leads. Washington Nationals prospect Elian Soto was the only player from the organization in the starting lineup, starting in right field and hitting eighth. Soto contributed with a two-run home run while finishing the game 1-for-5.
Left-hander Nolan Hughes was the only Nationals pitcher to feature, entering in the ninth inning to secure the save. Hughes conceded one unearned run on two hits and two walks, advancing the Rafters to a 13-12 record ahead of their matchup with the Peoria Javelinas.
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