The Alexandria Beetles (28-34) and the Mankato MoonDogs (39-23) both threatened with rallies, but it was the Alexandria Beetles that eventually took advantage of them in a 5-2 win at Knute Nelson Memorial Park.

Ryan Padilla racked up four RBIs on two hits for the Alexandria Beetles. He doubled in the first and third innings.

Chad Christensen got a hit in each of his two at bats. He doubled in the fourth inning and singled in the sixth inning.

Jon Reed got the win, running his season record to 5-1. He allowed two runs over six innings. He struck out five, walked two and surrendered seven hits.

Boomer Scarborough was charged with his second loss of the year. He lasted just 3 2/3 innings, walked two, struck out five, and allowed five runs.