Iowa Cubs split doubleheader with Fresno

The Iowa Cubs split a doubleheader Tuesday against the Fresno Grizzlies at Principal Park.

The Cubs won the first game 3-2 (Box score, Roundup) thanks to a Mike Baxter two-run, fourth-inning single that broke a 1-all tie in the seven-inning contest. Brian Schlitter then survived two walks to collect his 21st save of the season.

Fresno (79-51) won the second game 7-3, jumping on Iowa (72-58) with the game's very first batter.

Tony Kemp launched a home run off of Cubs starter Felipe Paulino. It was one of the seven hits Paulino gave up. The right-hander also walked five batters and struck out just two in five innings.

Iowa concludes its series with Fresno at 6:38 p.m. Wednesday.