Storm gets licked by Major League affiliate

Baseball fans funneled into the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium main entrance on April 2, and the crowd of 6,669 people spread throughout the large, open sports arena.

Taking the evenly-lit field, players warmed up under the sharp lights that colored the taste of an upcoming new season. A few players on the opposing team prepared an explosion of potential home-run swings.

The far-cries of ardent admirers spurred a tense relaxation surrounded by bumping stadium rock music.

This would be the third game in ten seasons between the parent club and their California League affiliate.

The evening events...