Baseball: Pacifics riding high heading to midpoint of season

San Rafael Pacifics starting pitcher Alex Valasek (4) throws against the Martinez Sturgeon at Albert Park in San Rafael, Calif. on Friday, June 20, 2025. The Pacifics defeated the Martinez Sturgeon 11-1. (Sherry LaVars/Marin Independent Journal)

Martinez Sturgeon third baseman Wataru Kumagai (45) takes the throw as Aki Buckson (1) of the Pacifics steals third during their game at Albert Park in San Rafael, Calif. on Friday, June 20, 2025. The Pacifics defeated the Martinez Sturgeon 11-1.