PCL1 Iowa Cubs

Pitching Stars in Iowa's 1-0 Loss

Published on July 21, 2018 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Iowa Cubs News Release


DES MOINES, IA - Pitching highlighted Iowa and New Orleans' matchup as the Baby Cakes (46-53) just slipped by the I-Cubs (36-63) 1-0, Saturday at Principal Park.

Trevor Clifton answered the bell, holding New Orleans scoreless through five. The Baby Cakes broke through in the sixth as Austin Nola led off the inning with a double. Zac Gallen pushed the runner to second with a bunt and Isan Diaz plated the run on a double. Clifton put a second batter on via walk before surrendering the ball to Dakota Mekkes.

Mekkes pitched 1.1 scoreless frames, before handing the ball to lefty Kyle Ryan for the final six outs. The bullpen held the Baby Cakes to two hits and two walks through the effort.

Clifton (1-2) ended up with the loss after scattering four hits and four walks through 5.2 innings. He allowed the single earned run while fanning three. On the opposite hill, Gallen (6-5) shutout the I-Cubs through 6.0 innings to earn the win.

Mark Zagunis headed Iowa's offensive labor, going 2-for-3 with one walk. A fourth-inning single for Ryan Court extended his hitting streak to 16 games. He matches Jason Vosler for the longest hitting streak for an I-Cub this season.

Iowa wraps the homestand with a 1:08 first pitch tomorrow at Principal Park. Promotions include Pedal to the Park, Food Pantry and Kids Run the Bases. For more information or tickets, visit www.iowacubs.com .

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