The Inland Empire 66ers opened up their season without spring-like weather as the team defeated its cross town rivals, Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, 6-2, in cloudy and chilly conditions.
Starting pitcher, Ryan Chaffee appeared in his first opening day game going four innings and giving up three hits and one run.
The 66ers opened up a early lead in the bottom of the second after Angels' left-fielder, Reggie Willits scored in two runs with a single.
"It is nice to see Willits come through with a big two base hit to get us on the board," said 66ers' manager Tom Gamboa.
Willits was sent down from the Angels to begin rehab training with the 66ers and will remain with the team for a week.
Willits is not the only major league player spending time with the 66ers this week. Scott Downs, a reliever for the Angels was also sent down to do some rehab work.
Downs pitched one inning, giving up two runs, one hit and one error.
The Quakes were unable to break through the tough defense of the 66ers as the Quakes left 14 men on base. Including leaving the bases loaded in the first inning.
The 66ers secured the lead in the fifth inning as the team knocked two more runs in to increase its lead to 4-2.
"It is always good to get the first one out of the way," said Gamboa following the team's first win of the season.
The 66ers continue their opening series against the Quakes Friday at the Arrowhead Credit Union stadium at 7:05 p.m.
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