Reno Aces' Kohl Drake Earns PCL Pitcher of the Week Honor

Drake's dominant outing leads Aces' historic pitching performance in Albuquerque

Apr. 6, 2026 at 10:50pm

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Reno Aces pitcher Kohl Drake was named the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week after leading his team to a historic pitching performance in a six-game series against the Albuquerque Isotopes. Drake threw five no-hit innings, becoming just the second visiting pitcher since 2005 to accomplish the feat at Isotopes Park.

Why it matters

Drake's standout outing and the Aces' overall dominant pitching in Albuquerque showcase the team's strength on the mound this season. As a top-15 prospect in the Diamondbacks organization, Drake's development is crucial for the future of the franchise.

The details

In the Aces' 3-1 loss to the Isotopes on Thursday, Drake retired 15 of the 17 batters he faced without allowing a hit or run, striking out five and walking two. His performance made him just the seventh pitcher in Aces franchise history to throw at least five no-hit innings in a start. Overall in the six-game series, the Aces' pitching staff allowed the fewest runs (11) in team history, including two shutout wins, and compiled a 1.83 ERA.

  • On Thursday, April 3, 2026, Drake threw five no-hit innings against the Isotopes.
  • On Monday, April 6, 2026, Drake was named the Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week.

The players

Kohl Drake

A 25-year-old left-handed pitcher and the No. 12 prospect in the Arizona Diamondbacks organization. He was acquired by the Aces in a trade last summer and is off to a strong start this season with a 3.00 ERA and 0.67 WHIP in two starts.

Bryce Jarvis

An Aces pitcher who previously accomplished the feat of throwing at least five no-hit innings in a start at Isotopes Park, an accomplishment that also earned him PCL Pitcher of the Week honors.

Reno Aces

The Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, based in Reno, Nevada. The Aces had a historic pitching performance in their six-game series against the Albuquerque Isotopes.

Albuquerque Isotopes

The Triple-A affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Aces faced the Isotopes in their recent six-game series.

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What they’re saying

“Kohl Drake's dominant outing was a huge part of our team's historic pitching performance in Albuquerque. We're proud of his accomplishment and look forward to seeing him continue to develop this season.”

— Daren Brown, Reno Aces Manager

What’s next

The Reno Aces will return home to Greater Nevada Field to host the Salt Lake Bees for a six-game homestand starting on Tuesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:05 p.m. Nevada Sports Net will air more than 60 Aces games this season, including the weekend series against Salt Lake.

The takeaway

Kohl Drake's standout performance and the Aces' historic pitching week in Albuquerque demonstrate the team's strength on the mound this season. As a top prospect in the Diamondbacks system, Drake's development will be crucial for the future of the franchise.