Nelson Santiago hit two home runs, but it wasn't enough to carry the Klamath Falls Gems (7-6) to a win on Friday, as the Klamath Falls Gems fell to the California Bees (6-10) 15-11 at Kiger Stadium.
Each team blasted the other's pitching, and there were 26 total runs and 33 hits during the game. Managers of the two teams seemingly emptied their bullpens in search of the win, as there were six pitchers used in the game.
The Klamath Falls Gems had the lead early, but couldn't hold off the California Bees. The Klamath Falls Gems led until the sixth inning, but the California Bees took the lead back on a passed ball.
Even though Mason Collins allowed 11 runs over seven innings he still recorded the victory, his second of the season. Collins struck out seven, walked none and gave up 17 hits.
Zach Lewandowski (0-2) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just 1 2/3 innings, walked four, struck out one, and allowed four runs.
Austin Thomas, Donovan Buechs, Michael Franco and Paulie Kennedy helped lead the California Bees. They combined for eight hits and seven RBIs.