The Evansville Otters (3-2) jumped out to an early lead, but were unable to hold on and lost 2-1 to the Rockford Aviators (2-3) on Wednesday.

While the Evansville Otters led until the seventh inning, the Rockford Aviators worked their way back and took the lead on an RBI single by Kyle Dhanani.

Kenny Bryant went a perfect 3-3 at the plate for the Rockford Aviators. He singled in the second, fourth, and seventh innings.

Ryan Zimmerman baffled the Evansville Otters, striking out five batters. Zimmerman allowed one earned run, five hits and no walks over five innings.

It was a good day at the plate for the Evansville Otters' John Schultz. Schultz went 2-3 and scored one run. He tripled in the first inning and singled in the third inning.

David Wayne Russo recorded his first win of the year for the Rockford Aviators. Wayne Russo struck out none, walked none and gave up no hits.

Orlando Santos (0-1) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just one inning, walked none, struck out none, and allowed two runs.