Bissonette and Keys Shine, But Monarchs Drop Rubber Game

June 23, 2024 - American Association (AA)
Kansas City Monarchs News Release

ROSEMONT, Ill. - Josh Bissonette set a season high in hits and J.C. Keys recorded a season best in innings, but the Kansas City Monarchs didn't have enough in their series finale.

Bissonette finished 4-for-4, but the Monarchs dropped their rubber game to the Chicago Dogs 5-1 at Impact Field.

Keys dominated out of the bullpen, shoving three scoreless innings with four strikeouts.

The Monarchs (20-19) closed their nine-game road trip with a 4-5 record, returning to Legends Field in KCK on Tuesday against the Sioux City Explorers.

Chicago (19-20) hit early against KC starter Kevin Milam, taking the lead with a solo home run and an RBI double by Zion Pettigrew.

Milam really settled into the lineup his second time through, retiring five in a row at one point.

Hayden Jones' single gave the Monarchs life, recording his 12th RBI of the season. The catcher finished two-for-four in the loss.

Kansas City struggled with runners in scoring position. The Monarchs out-hit the Dogs, 11-9, but left 13 runners on base.

Kansas City begins a West Division Championship Series rematch with Sioux City on Tuesday at 6:35 pm. Tickets are available at monarchsbaseball.com.

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