Ivan Melendez Hits Home Run in Hometown Game for Reno Aces
Former OC Wrangler and El Paso native Ivan Melendez hits a home run in his hometown
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Ivan Melendez, a former Odessa College Wrangler and Texas Longhorn, hit his second home run of the season while playing for the Reno Aces against the El Paso Chihuahuas in his hometown of El Paso, Texas. Despite his efforts, the Aces lost the game 13-11.
- 01Ivan Melendez hit his second home run of the season.
- 02He went 1-3 with three runs batted in during the game.
- 03The Reno Aces lost to the El Paso Chihuahuas 13-11.
- 04Melendez's batting average for the season is .222.
- 05The Aces will continue their series against the Chihuahuas through Sunday.
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Ivan Melendez, a native of El Paso, Texas, and former player for Odessa College and the University of Texas at Austin, showcased his talent by hitting a home run during a game against the El Paso Chihuahuas while playing for the Reno Aces, the triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks. His home run tied the game at 11-11, but the Aces ultimately fell short, losing 13-11. Melendez finished the game with three runs batted in and a batting average of .222 for the season across 12 games. The Aces are looking to bounce back in the series, which continues through Sunday.
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Melendez's performance in his hometown boosts local interest and pride in the team.
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