June 22, 2005 at 8:07 AM
Lowell dominates in season opener
LOWELL - The Spinners opened their 10th season in the NY-Penn League with a bang on Tuesday night, dominating the Vermont Expos to a 20-2 victory in front of a sell-out crowd at LeLacheur Park. In the victory, the team set a new mark for runs in a game; the previous record was 18, which occured twice previously. Outfielder Willy Mota led the offense with 3 hits and 4 RBIs, while recent draft pick and leadoff hitter Dominic Ramos scored four runs. Starter Ryan Phillips got the win in his pro debut, striking out 5 and allowing only 1 hit in 5 shutout innings.
Among those in attendance were Red Sox owner John Henry, who trhew ou the first pitch. The Spinners continue the series with Vermont tonight at LeLacheur Park.