The Chiefs edged the Kernels 3-2 in a thrilling contest. Cameron Nickens stood out with a key single that drove in a run, helping secure the victory. The Chiefs capitalized on eight walks, while the Kernels left 13 runners on base, a missed opportunity that proved costly.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Chiefs triumphed over the Kernels 3-2, showcasing their ability to capitalize on walks with eight free passes. Cameron Nickens delivered a pivotal single that brought in a run, highlighting his impact on the game as he went 1-4 with 1 RBI.
The Chiefs' pitching staff shined, with Patrick Galle and Trey Pooser each tossing two scoreless innings, effectively holding the Kernels at bay. Meanwhile, the Kernels struggled to convert opportunities, leaving a staggering 13 runners on base, which ultimately sealed their fate in this close battle.
The Chiefs are winners of 2 straight, 3-7 over their last 10. The Kernels are losers of 2 straight, 1-9 over their last 10.
The Chiefs are up next at Whitecaps (Aug 27-29). The Kernels are up next home vs Captains (Aug 27-29).
Ranked by win probability added: how far each player's plays moved this game's odds, not how their box-score line reads. A single with the bases loaded in the ninth outranks a home run in a blowout, because that is what actually decided it.
Runs by inning across the top, then every batter and pitcher underneath. The pills switch clubs; the totals column is each side’s own line, not a comparison.
| Inning | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEOPeoria Chiefs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| CRCedar Rapids Kernels | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 0 |
| Player | AB | R | H | RBI | BB | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tai Peete CF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Jalin Flores 2B | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Josh Kross DH | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Cade McGee 1B | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Michael Dattalo 3B | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ian Petrutz RF | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Anyelo Encarnación SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Chase Heath C | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Cameron Nickens LF | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Nate Dohm P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Patrick Galle P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trey Pooser P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dylan Driessen P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rubén Menes P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nate Dohm | 3.0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Patrick Galle | 2.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Trey Pooser | 2.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Dylan Driessen | 1.0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rubén Menes | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Every plate appearance as it happened, newest first, with the scoring plays called out. Baseball Savant gamefeed.
| Inn | Play | Win probability | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|
| B9 | PEO 100.0 | 17.6 | |
| B9 | PEO 82.4 | 37.2 | |
| B9 | CR 54.8 | 17.0 | |
| B9 | CR 71.8 | 37.9 | |
| B9 | PEO 66.1 | 13.5 | |
| T9 | PEO 79.6 | 1.9 | |
| T9 | PEO 81.5 | 0.9 | |
| T9 | PEO 80.6 | 1.3 |
Win probability after each plate appearance, with the side in front named. Swing is how far that plate appearance moved it. Plays that scored a run are set in bold. Baseball Savant gamefeed.
The full ladder, with both clubs marked.