The AA Angels (9-1)'s four first-inning runs built an early lead that helped bring home an 8-5 win over the AA Rockies (2-6) on Tuesday at Glenmore three.

Josh Rice got on base three times in the game for the AA Angels. He singled in the first inning.

Graeme Baxter got the win, running his season record to 1-0. He allowed three runs over four innings. Baxter struck out three, walked five and gave up four hits.

Taylor Roberge (0-2) took the loss for the AA Rockies. He allowed seven runs in four innings, walked four and struck out six.