The Iowa Cubs were plucked by the Toledo Mud Hens (Guardians), 4-1.
Starter Chris Clarke pitched four innings and took the loss after allowing two runs on five hits over four innings. He walked two and did not strike out anyone.
In the third inning, center fielder Darius Hill singled home shortstop Sergio Alcántara for Iowa’s only run of the game. Hill was 1 for 4. Alcántara went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Iowa had just three hits tonight.
Tennessee Smokies
The Tennessee Smokies were buttered up by the Montgomery Biscuits (Rays), 4-2.