The Iowa Cubs were excommunicated by the St. Paul Saints (Twins), 6-1.
Starter Ben Holmes gave up solo home runs in the first, second and fifth inning and took the loss. Holmes’ final line was five runs on four hits over 4.2 innings. Holmes walked four and struck out seven.
Third baseman Abiatal Avelino was 2 for 5.
Catcher P.J. Higgins was 1 for 2 with two walks.
Tennessee Smokies
The Tennessee Smokies were taken to the dump by the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Angels), 6-4.