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Saints lose series opener to Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs
TL;DR
The St. Paul Saints lost to the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs 11-7 in their series opener, despite Alex Jackson's three-hit game and two home runs. The Saints managed nine hits and seven runs but fell short.
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With Alex Jackson leading the way with a three-hit performance, including his second homer of the season, the St. Paul Saints posted nine hits and seven runs in returning home Tuesday night against the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
It wouldn’t be enough.
Lehigh Valley pounded out 15 hits in an 11-7 victory.
Andrew Bash started for St. Paul and gave up four runs on five hits and three walks in three innings. The Saints’ offense took him off the hook, but reliever Trent Baker (2-1) allowed three runs on four hits and a walk in an inning of work.
Jackson had a double and RBI single to go with his homer. Alan Roden also homered for St. Paul, which resumes the six-game series at 6:37 CDT on Wednesday.
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Q&A
What was the final score of the Saints vs. Iron Pigs game?
The final score was 11-7 in favor of the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs.
Who led the Saints in hitting during the game against the Iron Pigs?
Alex Jackson led the Saints with a three-hit performance, including his second home run of the season.
How many hits did the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs have in their victory over the Saints?
The Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs recorded 15 hits in their 11-7 victory over the Saints.
