Game recap from the TinCaps:
Allen’s Home Run Sparks TinCaps in 4-1 Win
Four-Run Sixth Inning Helps Fort Wayne Top Dayton
By David Kenyon
(June 5, 2016) – Austin Allen blasted a two-run homer in a four-run sixth inning that propelled the TinCaps to a 4-1 victory over the Dayton Dragons on Saturday night at Parkview Field.
Allen brought home Michael Gettys, who opened the frame with a single.
Following a Carlos Belen flyout, Jhonatan Peña laced a single and Ty France walked. Peña scored on Ruddy Giron’s RBI single, and France advanced to third on a throwing error. He scored on a wild pitch.
Pitching sealed the win for Fort Wayne (30-26), which evened the series at a game apiece.
Austin Smith (W, 1-3) picked up his first professional victory after surrendering just one hit in a career-best five scoreless innings of relief.
TinCaps starter Jake Nix worked out of a no-out, bases-loaded jam during the first inning, allowing a single run. It was his only blemish in four frames. Nix matched a career-high mark with six strikeouts.
Meanwhile, Allen (2-for-4) recorded his 15th multi-hit game of the year, adding a single to his home run. Pena (2-for-4) extended his hitting streak to seven games, and France walked three times.
Dayton (14-42) mustered its lone tally on a James Vasquez RBI groundout.
Dragons starter Ty Boyles (L, 0-4) took the loss after giving up Allen’s home run.
Next Game
- Sunday, June 5 vs. Dayton at Parkview Field (1:05 p.m.)
- TinCaps Probable Starter: LHP Thomas Dorminy
- Dragons Probable Starter: RHP Tanner Rainey
- Listen: ESPN Radio 1380 & 100.9 FM / TinCapsRadio.com / TuneIn Radio app
- Watch: Comcast Network 81
- Tickets
Game related weblinks:
- Audio Highlight of Austin Allen’s Home Run
- Box Score
- Infographic
- Video Highlights + Interview with Austin Allen
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