Sounds win 5-1, close in on 15 millionth fan

Sean Nolin retired the first 12 batters he faced, sparking the Sounds to a 5-1 win in the series opener with Round Rock on Monday night.

The crowd of 7,459 at First Tennessee Park closed the gap toward the 15 millionth fan in franchise history. With a crowd of at least 4,050 for Tuesday's game, the Sounds will reach the historic milestone.

Nolin was making his fourth start following a stint on the disabled list. The lefty posted a season-high six strikeouts and did not issue a walk with his 76 pitches. The lone hit he allowed was a leadoff single in the fifth inning.

The Sounds went up 5-0 with a three-run sixth inning that included hits from Joey Wendle, Jason Pridie, Rangel Ravelo and Max Muncy.

The series continues at 7:05 p.m. Tuesday.

Box score:Sounds 5, Round Rock 1