Felix Jorge picked up his first win for the Lookouts Monday.
photo by Tim Evearitt
BIRMINGHAM, AL -- Eddy Alvarez broke out for a five-hit performance but the Birmingham Barons fell to the Chattanooga Lookouts by a 5-2 final score Monday evening at Regions Field.
Felix Jorge gave up eight hits and two walks but limited damage through six innings by only allowing two runs to score. He struck out six.
A three-run sixth inning gave the Lookouts a final lead after giving it up in the previous half inning.
Zach Granite and T.J. White both tripled, driving in runs, and the improved bat of Stuart Turner (two doubles and 3-for-4) helped this club as they approach the stretch run of the 2016 season.
Levi Michael had a two-hit game. Granite stole two bases, bringing his total to 43 on the season.
Alan Busenitz struck out three in two innings of shutout ball. Raul Fernandez picked up the save with a scoreless ninth.
The Lookouts improved to 62-58 on the year. They are still in the mix for second-half champs, but even if they fall short in that quest, they could still qualify for the playoffs because, as of now, the first- and second-half champs are the same team. At this point, they’re tied in the pursuit of the second playoff spot.
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After an off-day Tuesday, the Montgomery Biscuits come to Chattanooga for a crucial series for both teams. Game one of the series is Wednesday night at 7:15 p.m.