Streak Stopped in Sioux City
Published on August 8, 2009 under American Association (AA)
Wichita Wingnuts News Release
SIOUX CITY, IA- The Wichita Wingnuts lost 6-1 to the Sioux City Explorers on Saturday night at Lewis and Clark Park. Will Savage had a strong start, pitching into the eighth inning, but Wichita left 15 runners on base in their loss.
The X's led 2-0 into the eighth before breaking the game open. Jason Colson hit a two-out three run home run to make it 6-0. Colson finished the night with four RBIs.
Savage worked seven-plus innings, and was charged with four runs. Savage allowed just five hits. Wichita's lone run came on an RBI single from Steve Pearson in the top of the ninth.
Greg Porter singled in the top of the first for the 900th hit of his professional career. Trevor Fox earned the win for Sioux City, throwing 5.1 scoreless innings despite walking six. The loss snapped a 10-game Wingnuts winning streak at Lewis and Clark Park that dated back to last season.
The Wingnuts and Explorers finish their series tomorrow night at 6:05 p.m. Derek Blacksher and Ty Marotz are the scheduled starters. All the action can be heard locally on 1410AM KGSO and worldwide at www.kgso.com The Wingnuts return home on Tuesday, August 18th when they host the Sioux City Explorers at 7:05 p.m. Meanwhile, the 75th annual NBC World Series continues at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium through August 15th. For tickets, call the Wingnuts' office at (316) 264-4625.
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