Team loses 10-2 after bullpen allows five runs in sixth inning

A starting pitcher allowed two runs over 4 2/3 innings while striking out seven. The opposing starter permitted two runs on six hits and three walks through five innings while recording eight strikeouts. The bullpen faced a tie game after both starters exited. A lefthander issued two walks to open the sixth inning, loading the bases.

Bullpen sequence An inherited runner allowed four straight balls to force in the go-ahead run. A subsequent 93-mile-per-hour sinker resulted in a grand slam, extending the lead to five runs. Additional home runs followed in the seventh and ninth innings.

The contest drew a crowd of 30,901. The home team is now 9-19 in home contests this season. The 10 runs allowed tied for the second-highest single-game total permitted this year.