Strong pitching leads Red Wings past IronPigs in series opener

TL;DR

The Red Wings defeated the IronPigs 3-0, showcasing strong pitching and timely hitting. Key contributions came from Yohandy Morales and Dylan Crews, who helped secure the win at ESL Ballpark.

Key points

Red Wings won 3-0 against IronPigs
Strong pitching led by Red Wings
Yohandy Morales had key hits
Dylan Crews scored two runs
Game played at ESL Ballpark

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ROCHESTER — A strong start on the mound paired with timely hitting helped the Red Wings secure a 3-0 win over the Lehigh Valley IronPigs on Tuesday night at ESL Ballpark.

Rochester took an early lead in the first inning. Christian Franklin scored the game’s opening run when Yohandy Morales hit an RBI single through the left side against IronPigs starter Chuck King.

Morales continued to contribute in the third inning. Dylan Crews reached base on a fielders choice and scored when Morales doubled to left, giving the Red Wings a 2-0 lead.

The Red Wings added an insurance run in the sixth. Crews again set the table and scored on a sacrifice bunt by Robert Hassell III.

That was more than enough for Rochester. Starter Luis Perales fired five no-hit innings, walking four and striking out three to earn his first win of the season while lowering his ERA to 3.82. The bullpen trio of Shawn Dubin, Seth Shuman and Eddy Yean protected the combined shutout, with Yean working the final 1 2/3 innings for his sixth save. Lehigh Valley managed just four hits on the night and finished 1-for-5 with runners in scoring position.

King took the loss for the IronPigs despite a solid line of five innings, three hits, two runs, two walks and four strikeouts. Morales led the Rochester offense, going 3-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI, while Crews scored twice and Franklin added a hit and scored a run. The Red Wings turned two double plays behind their pitching.

The win lifts Rochester to 21-19, while Lehigh Valley slips to 19–21.

Information gathered from milb.com.

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Q&A

What was the final score of the Red Wings vs IronPigs game?

The final score was 3-0 in favor of the Red Wings.

Who scored the opening run for the Red Wings against the IronPigs?

Christian Franklin scored the opening run for the Red Wings.

What contributions did Yohandy Morales make in the game?

Yohandy Morales had an RBI single and a double, contributing significantly to the Red Wings' victory.