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Alek Manoah achieved a significant milestone by earning his first win of the season, leading the Buffalo Bisons to a 6-2 victory over the Indianapolis Indians. Pitching six innings with strong command, Manoah demonstrated resilience and skill, contributing to his team’s overall success and marking a positive step in his return to the major leagues. Key performances and strategic plays helped solidify the win, with the Bisons securing a series victory and building momentum for upcoming games.
Indianapolis – Alek Manoah took a significant step in his journey back to the major leagues by securing his first win of 2025, leading the Buffalo Bisons to a 6-2 victory against the Indianapolis Indians on Sunday at Victory Field. This game marked a noteworthy milestone for Manoah, as he pitched six innings for the first time in over 15 months.
In an impressive performance, Manoah allowed only two runs on five hits during his outing. This victory is notable as it is his first win since May 19, 2024, when he demonstrated exceptional skill by throwing seven innings of one-hit baseball. On Sunday, Manoah struck out three batters while walking four, and he threw 57 of his season-high 86 pitches for strikes, showcasing his improving command on the mound.
One of the highlights of Manoah’s performance was his ability to effectively handle challenging situations. He successfully kept the Indians hitless in seven at-bats when runners were in scoring position. In the second inning, two of his three strikeouts came with runners on base, helping to maintain his team’s lead. Manoah also exhibited resilience by retiring eight consecutive batters from the third to the fourth inning. He escaped a potential disaster in the fifth inning, maneuvering through a bases-loaded jam, and managed to pitch around two singles in the sixth inning. The only runs he conceded came in the second inning when Sammy Siani hit a two-run home run.
With this latest achievement, Manoah’s current record stands at 1-0, with a 3.06 ERA across four starts this season. His efforts were crucial to the Bisons’ overall performance in the game, which saw the team score their final six runs after R.J. Schreck delivered a no-double home run in the third inning, marking his eighth of the season.
The Bisons took full control of the game in the sixth inning, where they exploded for five runs. Key plays in this decisive inning included a bases-loaded walk drawn by Brandon Valenzuela, a fielder’s choice by Rainer Nunez that added to their lead, a sacrifice fly from Josh Rivera, and an RBI single by Michael Stefanic. An error by the Indians’ catcher, Rafeal Flores, further contributed to the Bisons’ scoring spectacle.
The victory allowed the Bisons to clinch a 4-2 series win over the Indians, showcasing their dominance throughout the matchup. Following this successful series, the Bisons will return to Buffalo for a six-game series starting on Labor Day, which will feature special events on September 5 and September 6.
Manoah’s recent performance and the team’s overall success highlights a turning point in his quest to return to the big leagues, reflecting both personal achievement and the collective effort of the Bisons on the field. The upcoming series presents another opportunity for the Bisons as they look to build on their momentum as they progress through the remainder of the season.
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