Oakland Oakers Defeat Glendale Pirates 16-12 in Extra Innings

The Oakers score four runs in the 8th to earn their first win of the season.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:43pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a baseball game, with the players and field broken down into abstract shapes and planes of vibrant color.A cubist interpretation of the high-scoring baseball matchup between the Oakland Oakers and Glendale Pirates.Glendale Today

The Oakland Oakers baseball team defeated the Glendale Pirates 16-12 in an eight-inning nonleague game on Wednesday. The Oakers scored four runs in the top of the eighth inning to secure their first victory of the season.

Why it matters

This was an important early-season win for the Oakland Oakers, who were looking to bounce back after a tough start to the year. The high-scoring affair also showcased the offensive firepower of both teams as they look to make a push in their respective leagues.

The details

The game was tied 12-12 heading into the eighth inning, when the Oakers rallied to score four runs and take the lead. The Pirates were unable to respond in the bottom half of the frame, giving Oakland the victory.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.
  • The Oakers scored four runs in the top of the 8th inning to take the lead.

The players

Oakland Oakers

The baseball team from Oakland, California.

Glendale Pirates

The baseball team from Glendale, California.

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The takeaway

This high-scoring affair showcased the offensive firepower of both the Oakland Oakers and Glendale Pirates, setting the stage for an exciting remainder of the season as they look to make a push in their respective leagues.