Once again, Mesa gave up a big inning in the middle of the game.  The Solar Sox led 5-0 after four, but Surprise scored five in the fifth and two in the sixth on their way to an 8-7 victory.

Ryan Strausborger (Texas) had three hits including a double to lead the Saguaros.  Kyle Skipworth (Florida) singled and doubled.  Bryan Paukovits (Kansas City) got the win, allowing an unearned run on a hit and a walk in one inning.  Ex-Twin Billy Bullock (Atlanta) got the save, giving up a run on a hit and a walk in one inning.

Brian Dozier led Mesa with a 4-for-4 day including a home run.  He scored three times and drove in three.  Josh Vitters (Cubs) had two hits.  Aaron Hicks was 0-for-4, but drew a walk and scored.  Brett Jacobson took the loss, surrendering three runs on three hits and a walk in 1.2 innings.

The Solar Sox try for their first win as they travel to Salt River this afternoon.