MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Danny Denz and Blake Bennett combined to strike out 14 batters and stifle Arkansas State for a 4-1 win Tuesday night at FedExPark. The Tigers (10-23, 1-8 AAC) will square off with the Red Wolves (11-17) again Wednesday night at Tomlinson Stadium.
Denz started and pitched five innings, allowing just one run on two hits. He matched his career high with nine strikeouts.
Bennett came out of the bullpen in the sixth and went the distance. He pitched four innings in relief and allowed just one hit and one walk.