Billings Stymies Chukars Offense To Even Series
Idaho Falls, ID - One win away from a spot in the Pioneer League Championship Series, the Chukars held a one run lead after five innings. However, that lead turned into a deficit in the top of the sixth inning, and Idaho Falls never recovered. Billings recorded a 4-3 win,
Idaho Falls, ID - One win away from a spot in the Pioneer League Championship Series, the Chukars held a one run lead after five innings. However, that lead turned into a deficit in the top of the sixth inning, and Idaho Falls never recovered. Billings recorded a 4-3 win, forcing a decisive game three tomorrow night.
The Chukars broke the scoreless tie with pair of runs in the bottom of the second. With two on and two out in the frame,
Billings though tied the game in the top of the third.
Idaho Falls then proceeded to retake the lead in the bottom of the third.
The score remained 3-2 going into the top of the sixth inning, but that's when Billings made their pivotal charge.
While the Chukars didn't allow a run the rest of the game, they did not record a hit after Dungan's single in the third. They drew walks in the sixth and seventh innings, but neither runner got past first base. The combo of
The Chukars and Mustangs will play a winner take all game three tomorrow at Melaleuca Field at 7:15 PM. Tickets are still available by calling the Chukars box office at 208-522-8363 or by stopping by Melaleuca Field.