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ISOTOPES WIN 3RD STRAIGHT
Albuquerque Isotopes (43-56) right-hander Frankie De La Cruz became just the second pitcher in team history to record double-digit wins in a season after leading the ‘Topes to a 7-1 victory over the New Orleans Zephyrs (47-53) Friday night at Zephyr Field. The Isotopes have also emerged from the All-Star Break having won their third straight game.

MAYWEATHER WINS ESPY
Floyd Mayweather Jr. won the 2008 ESPY Award for Best Fighter. The winner was announced today, the awards will be aired on Sunday on ESPN. Albuquerque's Holly Holm was nominated in this category.
Here is a  list of all nominated, Holm was the only female on list.

Best Fighter
Floyd Mayweather, Boxing
Joe Calzaghe, Boxing
Kelly Pavlik, Boxing
Georges St. Pierre, MMA
Holly Holm, Boxing

 

ISOTOPES COMEBACK
The Albuquerque Isotopes (42-56) came through in the seventh inning with a nine-run rally to drub the Iowa Cubs (60-40) 14-8 Monday afternoon at Isotopes Park. Alberto Concepcion led the way with three hits, two runs, and three RBI, while John Gall added three hits and two RBI and Tommy Murphy hit his first home run as an Isotope in the offensive onslaught.
Albuquerque will return home on Tuesday, July 22 for an eight-game homestand that features more great promotions, including Dukes Retro Night/Albuquerque Professional Baseball Hall of Fame Induction, a baseball giveaway, and a post-game fireworks show


SLIDE CONTINUES
The Oklahoma RedHawks (52-42) stymied the Albuquerque Isotopes (40-53) for the second straight game for a 3-1 victory Wednesday afternoon at AT&T Bricktown Ballpark. Today’s loss has now set a new season-high of nine-straight losses away from Isotopes Park, one shy of the team record for consecutive road losses of ten set on July 28-August 15, 2004
 


TROUT REMAINS UNBEATEN
Austin Trout remained unbeaten Wednesday night with a unanimous decision over Byron Tyson in Houston , Texas. The bout was featured on ESPN Wednesday night Fights. Trout is now 14-0 while Tyson falls for the first time at 9-1-1.
 


ISOTOPES CONTINUE TO STRUGGLE ON ROAD
Albuquerque Isotopes (40-52) offense was completely shut down by a duo of Oklahoma RedHawks (51-42) pitchers for the 4-0 shutout Tuesday night at AT&T Bricktown Ballpark. Tuesday’s loss was the eighth in a row on the road for the ‘Topes and has tied the longest losing streak away from Isotopes Park that was set from May 13-June 7.
 



REDHAWKS SNATCH WIN OVER TOPES

The Albuquerque Isotopes (40-51) had victory in their grasp only to have the Oklahoma RedHawks (50-42) snatch it away in a heart breaking 4-3 13-inning loss Monday night at AT&T Bricktown Ballpark. Tagg Bozied gave Albuquerque a lead in the top of the 12th inning with a solo home run, but the ‘Hawks answered with a run in the bottom of the 12th to tie before walking-off with a run in the bottom of the 13th to earn the victory.

 





TOPES SNAP STREAK IN FRONT OF RECORD CROWD

A record throng of 15,189 packed Isotopes Park only to see their beloved Albuquerque Isotopes (39-49) fall 9-6 to the New Orleans Zephyrs (41-48) on an Independence Day Friday at The Lab. Andrew Beattie and Tagg Bozied each homered for the ‘Topes, who mounted a ninth inning comeback that fell just short in front of the largest crowd in franchise history, shattering the old mark of 15,020 set two seasons ago. The loss is Albuquerque’s season-high seventh in a row and is the team’s longest skid since 2006.
 



TOPES NEWS
Standing Room Only
Independence Day is setting up to be one of the biggest dates in team history as the Albuquerque Isotopes will open up sales for Standing Room tickets tomorrow at 10:00 AM exclusively at the Isotopes Park Box Office. Standing Room includes the Blake’s Lotaburger Picnic Pavilion in left field as well as anywhere on the concourse behind the yellow line.


Topes drop 6th Straight
The Round Rock Express (40-47) erupted for six runs in the fourth and that’s all they would need, edging the Albuquerque Isotopes (39-48) 6-3 and completing a four-game series sweep of the ‘Topes Thursday night at The Dell Diamond. Dallas McPherson continued his home run hitting barrage, belting his professional baseball-leading 30th dinger of the night, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Isotopes from dropping their season-high sixth straight game.

All-Star News

The Pacific Coast League has unveiled its 2008 All-Star Team and the Albuquerque Isotopes are well represented, with four players selected to the squad that will battle the International League in the 21st annual Triple-A All-Star Game in Louisville, Kentucky on July 16. Third baseman Dallas McPherson, outfielder John Gall, and catcher John Baker have each been elected to start the game at their respective positions, while left-hander Chris Seddon was selected for the team’s pitching staff. A total of four players is the most the Isotopes have ever had chosen to participate in the annual Triple-A mid-summer classic and Albuquerque is the most-represented franchise on this year’s team.
 


REDROCK RALLIES
The Albuquerque Isotopes (39-46) jumped to an early lead only to have the Round Rock Express (38-47) rally for the 6-2 victory Tuesday night at Dell Diamond in the game two of a four-game series. Dallas McPherson gave the Isotopes their lone spark slugging his 29th homer of the season in the first inning.
 


I-CUBS TAKE TOPES
Jeff Samardzija picked up his first triple-A win as the Iowa Cubs defeated the Albuquerque Isotopes 7-5 at Principal Park Sunday afternoon.
 


GIDDENS GOES IN FIRST ROUND
Former Lobo J.R. Giddens was chosen by the world champion Boston Celtics in the 1st round of the NBA Draft conducted tonight in New York. Giddens, an Associated Press honorable mention All-American as a senior, was the 30th overall selection. He was the final pick of the 1st round.
"I am truly a blessed individual," said Giddens, who watched the Draft at the Davalos Center with friends, and his Lobo teammates and coaches. "I'm glad I got to share this with my teammates and coaches. I've been dreaming about this (playing in the NBA) since I was 4 when I played on my Fisher-Price basketball goal. My journey is just beginning, though."
Giddens is the 29th New Mexico player chosen in the NBA Draft, and the first since Danny Granger in 2005 (17th overall pick to Indiana Pacers).



HOMER HAPPY TOPES DOWN CUBS
Jai Miller belted a pair of home runs, part of a four homer barrage, to power the Albuquerque Isotopes (38-40) to a 9-6 triumph over the Iowa Cubs (45-35) Thursday night at Principal Park in Des Moines. Dallas McPherson also slugged a home run in his sixth consecutive game, tying a team record.
The ‘Topes will take on the I-Cubs on Friday in the first of back-to-back doubleheaders at Principal Park with first pitch slated for 4:05 PM Mountain Time.
 



TOPES WIN
The Albuquerque Isotopes (36-38) scored 10 runs in the first two innings and held on for a 10-6 triumph over the Iowa Cubs (43-44) in the two teams’ series opener Saturday night at Isotopes Park. Starting pitcher Frankie De La Cruz took a no-hitter into the sixth, while John Baker collected a pair of hits, including a two-run homer.
 


MARQUEZ WINS IN FORT WORTH
SANCHEZ IMPRESSES IN MMA

MARQUEZ GOES TO 3-0
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Albuquerque's Archie Ray Marquez had an easy night with Rudy Paz, halting Paz in the first round to raise is record to 3-0, Paz falls to 2-9, Marquez now looks for a fight with Lorenzo Estrada this coming August.  Estrada recently upset previously unbeaten Willie Villenueva.

Diego Sanchez scored a third round tko over Luigi Fioravanti in Las Vegas Saturday night at the Palms Hotel and Casino. Sanchez is now 21-1.

 


TOPES HAVE AN EASY TIME WITH REDBIRDS
Albuquerque came out swinging and crushed Memphis 11-6 Thursday night at AutoZone Park.
With left-hander Mark Mulder on the mound for the Redbirds the Isotopes wasted no time putting runs on the board. Albuquerque scored six runs on six hits in the first frame with Lorenzo Scott’s RBI-single capping the rally. All six hits in the inning were singles to go along with a pair of walks. The Albuquerque offense heated up again in the ninth inning, rallying for four more runs off reliever Ron Flores. Four different Isotopes players had multi-hit games with Chase Lambin leading the way with a 4-for-4 night. Scott drove in three runs in the win.

 



 

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HOLM IS "FINALLY" POUND THE BEST IN THE WORLD
 
Late Friday night Holly Holm captured a unanimous decision over formerly unbeaten Mary Jo Sanders. The fight was billed "Finally" and seen world wide on PPV and Secondsout.com. Holm kept Sanders confused most of the night with her pin-point punches and awkward style to win the biggest fight of her career. Two judges had it 98-92, while the third scored it a little closer at 97-93. Holm upped her record to 22-1-2, while Sanders dropped to 25-1.
 In other women's title fights, Carina Moreno had an easy night against Eileen Olszewski, winning by scores of 100-90 twice and 97-93; Wendy Rodriquez got revenge from an earlier defeat to Hollie Dunaway, winning a split decision over Dunaway in winning the IFBA straweight title; In the best fight of the night Chavelle Hallback retained her IFBA Lightweight title with a split decision over  tough Jeannine Garside.
 In the opening bout of the night Lorezno Estrada upset previous unbeaten Willie Villanueva with a split decision. Estrada entered the fight at 2-13, while Villanueva came in at 9-0. The edge in the fight came from two knockdowns suffered by Villanueva .
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TOPES RALLY FALLS SHORT
Down 7-0 in the seventh inning, the Albuquerque Isotopes (31-36) mounted a furious comeback, scoring five runs in the final three innings before ultimately succumbing 7-5 to the Omaha Royals (33-33) Friday night at Isotopes Park. Chris Barnwell led the offensive attack for the ‘Topes, recording three hits, including a season-high two doubles, while driving in a pair in the losing effort.
 



ALL FIGHTERS HIT WEIGHT
Today at Isleta Casino, all combatants hit there contract weight for the "Finally" card set for Friday night. The main event will feature Holly Holm vs Mary Jo Sanders. There are still tickets available, plus you can watch it on PPV or on Secondsout.com tv.
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FIREWORKS STARTING UP WITH HOLM VS SANDERS
Not much fireworks from the two combatants in they're  first press conference back in March but their trainers had plenty to say. Mike Winkeljohn Holm's trainer felt it would be a great fight "If" Sanders shows up. "I have reservations that Sanders really wants to fight and when I start hear she is having ankle problems, I'm not to sure she will be here June 13th."
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EXPRESS HOLD OFF TOPES
Six runs scored by the Round Rock Express (28-36) in the sixth inning were enough to withstand a late-inning rally by the Albuquerque Isotopes (29-34) for a 9-6 triumph Monday night at Isotopes Park. A trio of Isotopes, Chris Barnwell, Chase Lambin, and John Gall each homered to spark the offense, but it was not enough to overcome Round Rock’s timely hitting.
 



DUNAWAY EXPECTS EASIER TIME IN REMATCH WITH RODRIQUEZ
By Andy Rivera

It's been over a year since Hollie Dunaway defeated Wendy Rodriquez with a near shutout win. This Friday on the big Holly Holm vs Mary Jo Sanders pay-per-view card in Albuquerque, NM Dunaway will once again face Rodriquez, but Dunaway doesn't feel Rodriquez will do anything different to get revenge, in fact Dunaway is hoping she will stop Rodriquez, so much that Dunaway's manager Ron Brand is giving Dunaway a chance to win an extra thousand dollars if she halts Rodriquez.

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SOUNDS 1-HIT TOPES
A trio of Nashville Sounds (27-34) held the Albuquerque Isotopes (28-33) to just one hit en route to a 6-1 victory at steamy Greer Stadium on Saturday night. The loss is Albuquerque’s fourth straight overall and eighth straight on the road. Starter Chris Seddon suffered the tough-luck defeat after allowing just three hits in five and two-thirds innings
 



REDBIRDS DOWN TOPES
Starter Gaby Hernandez threw six strong innings but was outdueled as the Memphis Redbirds (29-28) defeated the Albuquerque Isotopes (26-29) 7-2 in the two teams’ series opener Saturday night at Isotopes Park. Albuquerque has now lost eight of its last 10 games, with their last three setbacks coming by five runs or more.
 



GOMEZ WINS, DELGADO FALLS
Bloomfield's Joe Gomez captured a majority decision over Abel Perry at Iganacio, Colorado. Albuquerque's Adriana Delgado didn't fair as good, Delgado fell to Jennifer Barber, being halted in the third round.
In other NM fighter results, Scott Ferney beat Joe Barela for the second time in as many tries; Vincent Maribel made his pro debut a successful one winning a unanimous decision over Silvanus Morris.



TOPES SILENCED
Three errors by the Albuquerque Isotopes (25-28) combined with a potent Nashville Sounds (23-30) offense contributed to a 9-4 loss Thursday night at Isotopes Park. Chris Barnwell provided the offensive spark for the Isotopes as he collected three hits including his fourth home run of the season in addition to three RBI, but it wasn’t enough as the ‘Topes tasted defeat for the second straight game. Meanwhile, John Gall saw his Isotope-record and PCL-leading 25-game home hitting streak come to an end with an 0-for-5 night.
 



ALBUQUERQUE GETS BACK IN WIN COLUMN
Early homers hit by the Albuquerque Isotopes (25-26) secured the 11-3 victory over the Nashville Sounds (21-30) Tuesday night at Isotopes Park. Tagg Bozied led the offensive barrage for the ‘Topes as he collected four hits in five at bats, including his sixth homer of the year, and drove in three runs.
 



TOPES DROP 4TH IN A ROW
 
A sterling start from Gaby Hernandez was not enough, as the New Orleans Zephyrs (24-25) plated two runs in the seventh and another in the eighth to break a 1-1 tie and grab a 4-2 win over the Albuquerque Isotopes (24-25) Sunday afternoon at a muggy Zephyr Field. The defeat is Albuquerque’s fourth in a row, tying a season high.
 



FORMER ISOTOPE HAUNTS
Former friend became foe as Valentino Pascucci smashed a walk-off solo home run in the 10th inning to lead the New Orleans Zephyrs (22-25) to a 2-1 win over the Albuquerque Isotopes (24-23) in a Friday night heartbreaker at Zephyr Field. Jai Miller continued his hot-hitting by collecting two of the ‘Topes’ four hits and driving in Albuquerque’s only run.
 



NEW MEXICO BOWL DATE ANNOUNCED
ESPN Regional Television, a subsidiary of ESPN, Inc., announced today that the 2008 New Mexico Bowl will be played Saturday, Dec. 20 in University Stadium on the campus of the University of New Mexico. The third annual game will feature teams from the Mountain West Conference and the Western Athletic Conference and will again be televised nationally on ESPN and ESPN-HD.

Kickoff for the 2008 New Mexico Bowl will be at 12:30 p.m. MT. This marks a change from the first two New Mexico Bowl games, which kicked off at 2:30 p.m. MT.

“This is an ideal situation from a weather standpoint for the New Mexico Bowl and for football fans,” said Jeff Siembieda, New Mexico Bowl executive director. “By moving the start time back a couple of hours, we can maximize the amount of sunlight for our fans.

“Of course, we love the Saturday afternoon timeslot,” Siembieda said. “This has proved to be good for the event both locally and nationally. We thank ESPN for working hard to continue to give us the best chance to grow this bowl experience.”

“ESPN is pleased to have this game at a time that improves the fan experience as well as keeping it on a day that maximized the television exposure,” said Clint Overby, Senior Director of Events, ESPN Regional Television. “We remain committed to showcasing the state and the community to a national audience.”


The 2007 game was played Saturday, Dec. 22. New Mexico defeated Nevada, 23-0, in front of 30,322 fans and a national television audience. The inaugural New Mexico Bowl was played in front of 34,111 on Dec. 23, 2006. San Jose State beat New Mexico that day, 20-12.


ZAMORA AND SANCHEZ ON SLATE FOR JULY 11TH?
No contracts have been signed as of Wednesday but it looks like a fight between Albuquerque's Ray Sanchez III and Socorro's Joaquin Zamora is in the works for July 11th at Isleta Casino. Many have wanted to see Sanchez fight New Mexico's top Welterweights but nothing ever materialized. Lets hope this one goes thru!
 



DE LA CRUZ WINS 6TH
Frankie De La Cruz derailed the Round Rock Express (18-26) offense to lead the Albuquerque Isotopes (23-21) to a 5-2 triumph Wednesday night at Isotopes Park. De La Cruz (6-2, 3.20) took a shutout into the ninth, working eight and two-thirds innings while scattering five hits and allowing two last inning runs to claim his PCL-leading sixth victory.
 



MCPHERSON SLAMS THREE
Third baseman Dallas McPherson belted three home runs to help lead the Albuquerque Isotopes (23-20) to an emphatic 12-6 win over the Round Rock Express (17-26) Monday night at Isotopes Park. McPherson’s home run trifecta tied an Isotopes record, increasing his PCL homer lead on the season to 15 while also giving him four RBI on the game.
 



ISOTOPES SPLIT WITH ROYALS
The Albuquerque Isotopes (22-20) extended their hot offensive streak at home, splitting a doubleheader with the Omaha Royals (19-22) 11-2 and 4-10 Sunday afternoon at Isotopes Park. Outfielder George Lombard paced the Isotopes to the game one victory with four hits, including a grand slam, to go along with six RBI.
The Albuquerque Isotopes will continue their eight game homestand by welcoming division rival the Round Rock Express, Triple A affiliate of the Houston Astros, tomorrow to Isotope Park. Right-hander Gaby Hernandez (1-3, 7.71) will take the ball for the ‘Topes against Express righty Joshua Miller (3-0, 4.42).
 



ESCALANTE HALTS MARTINEZ IN 3RD

After a good first round, body shots seemed to do in Albuquerque's David Martinez  in the third round, as Antonio Escalante was able to put down Martinez with a left hook to the body, Martinez was able beat the count but while he looked at his corner for instructions, referee Luis Caiz Sr.. halted the fight at 2:08.
Martinez looked like he could continue but by not being responsive to Caiz the fight was stopped.



ISOTOPES SQUASHED BY ROYALS
Starter Kyle Davies led a trio of Omaha Royals (18-20) pitchers as they squashed the Albuquerque Isotopes (20-19) bats Friday night in a 6-2 triumph at Isotopes Park. Albuquerque’s lone offensive highlight was an opposite field solo home run hit by catcher John Baker in the bottom of the ninth.
The Isotopes return to action on Saturday with the second of four games against the Omaha Royals, Triple-A affiliate of the Kansas City Royals. Albuquerque southpaw Chris Seddon (2-2, 4.50) will take the hill for the Isotopes against O-Royals righty Carlos Rosa (NR).



ALBUQUERQUE BOUNCES BACK IN BIG WAY
One night after being no-hit, the Albuquerque Isotopes’ (20-17) offense erupted, pounding out 16 hits while scoring in each of the first seven innings to defeat the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (17-20) 13-8 on a cold, blustery night at Security Service Field. Chase Lambin collected three hits, including a two-run homer, while driving in three to help lead the ‘Topes’ offensive onslaught.
 



ISOTOPES NO-HIT BY SKYSOX
Four Colorado Springs Sky Sox (17-19) pitchers combined to hold the Albuquerque Isotopes (19-17) hitless for the second time in franchise history in an historic 5-1 win Sunday afternoon at Security Service Field. The no-no is the first ever pitched in Colorado Springs and is the first against the ‘Topes since they were victims of a perfect game by Nashville’s John Wasdin on April 7, 2003. Albuquerque’s only run was provided by a sacrifice fly by catcher Paul Hoover in the fourth.
 



DE LA CRUZ PITCHES GEM IN TOPES WIN
The Albuquerque Isotopes (19-16) got another excellent start from right-hander Frankie De La Cruz, who allowed just one unearned run in seven strong frames to lead the ‘Topes to a 6-1 win over the Colorado Springs Sky Sox (16-19) Saturday evening at Security Service Field. The win was the right-hander’s fifth in a row and ties him for the Pacific Coast League lead in victories with five.
De La Cruz (5-1) scattered seven hits throughout his seven innings of work, allowing just one unearned run in the sixth while walking two and striking out six. The young hard-throwing righty tossed a season-high 105 pitches on the outing, 72 of which went for strikes.
“It was just another very solid outing by Frankie De La Cruz,” said Isotopes Pitching Coach Rich Gale. “He attacked hitters with his fastball early and then moved to his change-up the second time through the order, which was just filthy. The big thing, though, was when we scored he answered with a zero, which gave him and our team a lot of confidence.”

 



DAVID MARTINEZ ON YOUTUBE/SECONDSOUT
David Martinez interview has hit Youtube/Secondsout.com channel.
Martinez will face Antonio Escalante this coming week in California.
Check out the channel, there is more interviews with many top boxers in the world.

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SANCHEZ III WINS MAJORITY DECISION
Albuquerque, New Mexico Jr. Middleweight Ray Sanchez III returned to the ring for the first time since his knockout loss to Julio Caesar Chavez Jr. this past December; with a lackluster majority decision over journeymen Patrick Thompson, Sanchez looked tentative and unable to pull the trigger many times with his power shots; he was able to do enough to win by 97-93, 96-94 and 95-95.
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ISOTOPES WIN SECOND STRAIGHT OVER BEE'S
Starting pitcher Bobby Keppel and a trio of relievers allowed just four hits while combining to lead the Albuquerque Isotopes (18-14) to a 5-0 shutout win over the Salt Lake Bees (25-7) Wednesday night at Franklin Covey Field. John Baker added two hits and three RBI to help lead the ‘Topes to their third consecutive victory and second straight over the PCL’s best team.
 



TOPES WIN IN 12
Catcher Paul Hoover blasted two home runs, including a go-ahead two-run shot in the 12th inning to lead the Albuquerque Isotopes (17-14) to a 9-7 win over the Salt Lake Bees (25-6) Tuesday night at Franklin Covey Field. The Albuquerque win was just the second by a visiting team in Salt Lake this season in 12 tries and at a dozen innings, the Isotopes also logged their longest game of the season.
 



NEW MEXICO FIGHTERS IN ACTION THIS MONTH

SANCHEZ III RETURNS FRIDAY
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In May New Mexico many New Mexico fighters will be in action, starting Friday at Isleta Casino.

May 9th: Ray Sanchez III will look to get back in the win column after his loss to Julio Caesar Chavez Jr. in December.  Sanchez III was game and showed grit. Sanchez III will take on Patrick Thompson at Isleta Casino.
Also Slated on the card is Sammy DiPace 2-0 who will fight Wilmer Suarez.


May 10th: Juan Romero will promote his first card of 08' this Saturday with a slew of NM boxers.
Featherweight Matthew
 Esquibel (7-0, 4 KOs) will take on Luis Alberto Cervantes (7-1-3, 2 KOs) in his toughest test to date.
Archie Ray Marquez (1-0, 1 KO), of Albuquerque, will face Santa Fe's Holguin Gutierrez (0-1)
David Proa (2-0, 2 KOs), of Albuquerque, faces Beto Perez (1-2, 1 KO), of Santa Fe, Albuquerque bantamweight James Piar (1-0) takes on Saul Palacios (2-0)

May 16th
David Martinez will step it up when he battles El Paso's Antonio Esquibel in California.

May 31st
Former IFBA Bantamweight Champion Adriana Delgado will make a return to the ring after a 5 year layoff. Delgado will fight at Sky Ute Casino, an opponent was scheduled and set but due to an injury another is being sought.

Note: Thanks to the promoters, publicist and family members who kept us up to date, and for those who we missed sorry but its not that hard to email or make a phone call!!!!



 

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