IronPigs Lose Back-to-Back 2-1 Games at Victory Field

Overview

• The IronPigs dropped consecutive 2-1 games to the Indianapolis Indians on Tuesday and Wednesday, July 22-23, at Victory Field.
• Andrew Painter struck out eight over five innings on July 22 but took the loss after Indianapolis scored twice and a late pinch-runner was thrown out at the plate.
• Kolby Allard delivered six strong innings on July 23, allowing one run with six strikeouts, but the bullpen allowed the go-ahead run and the team could not rally.
• Key situational moments decided both games, including a throw at the plate that ended a rally, a diving first-base catch to end a game, and late bullpen work from Beau Burrows, Brandon Bidois and Kyle Backhus.
• Beat reporting places the losses in a wider system context with mixed results across Phillies affiliates and a few bright spots such as Jean Cabrera’s rebound start, a factor for roster and development discussions.