Mesa finally got its first win, defeating Scottsdale 3-2. The Solar Sox once again got off to an early lead, as they were ahead 3-0 after six. This time, however, they were able to hold on for the victory.
Brandon Short (White Sox) led Mesa with a single and a solo homer. Junior Lake (Cubs) had two hits. Brian Dozier was 0-for-3 with a sacrifice bunt. Chris Herrmann was 0-for-2 with a walk. Aaron Hicks was 1-for-2 with a triple and a walk. The win went to Terry Doyle (White Sox), who started and pitched four perfect innings. Andrew Cashner (Cubs) worked a scoreless ninth, giving up one hit to get the save. No Twins pitchers were used in the game.
For the Scorpions, Hank Conger (Angels) and Zach Walters (Arizona) each had two hits. Starter Tyler Cloyd (Philadelphia) took the loss, giving up a run on four hits and a walk in three innings.
The Solar Sox try to make it two in a row as they host Peoria this afternoon.