factor in the team's success. The former MLBer is hitting .457 in his past 10 games, and is one of only three men to record double-digit home runs through eight weeks.

After missing the last three weeks of action, Mike Walker returns for Melbourne's playoff push. An ultra-consistent bat, Walker is hitting .292 in his 16 games this season, and will provide the Aces with another experienced offensive option.

Ones to watch

Game one's pitching match-up should be special as Adelaide's Kurt Heyer goes toe-to-toe with Melbourne's Scott Shuman.

Shuman has been lights out in his four outings this season, striking out 20 in 12 1/3 scoreless innings.

27-year-old Heyer only allowed one earned run in six innings against the Aces earlier this year, and will be aiming for a repeat performance inwritten notice, the contract shall become renewed automatically for an additional two years. ..."
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