The International League All-Stars topped the Pacific Coast League All-Stars, 4-2, in the Triple-A All-Star Game Wednesday night at BB&T Ballpark.
Sounds shortstop Chad Pinder started for the PCL and went 0-for-2 in the showcase. He played five innings before being lifted amongst a number of substitutions.
The Sounds begin play in the unofficial second half of the season in El Paso, Texas Thursday night when they open a four-game series against the Pacific Southern-leading Chihuahuas. Right-hander Nick Tepesch (7-3, 4.07) starts for Nashville against right-hander Edwin Jackson (0-1, 7.11) for El Paso. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. CST.
The 2016 season is the Sounds’ 19th year in the Pacific Coast League and their second as the Oakland Athletics’ top affiliate. Tickets are available now by calling (615) 690-4487 or by visiting www.nashvillesounds.com.
