Los Angeles (46-60) defeated Oakland (44-64), 8-6, on Sunday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California.
Former Vol Ben Joyce (1-0) pitched two innings in relief for the Angels and recorded three strikeouts. He did not allow a hit, run or walk in the contest, while totaling 25 pitches (16 strikes).
Joyce has appeared in 18 games for the Angels this season, including one start. He has recorded 19 strikeouts and a 2.11 ERA.
Joyce was a third-round selection by the Angels in the 2022 MLB draft.
He played for the Vols from 2021-22 after transferring from Walters State Community College. Joyce did not play in 2021 due to rehabbing from offseason surgery.
Ben Joyce's 3Ks: 101mph, 102mph and 103mph.
15th consecutive scoreless appearance for the Volunteer Fireman. 🧑🚒 pic.twitter.com/uabUZYKUlW
— Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) July 28, 2024