The Cowlitz Black Bears (2-1) weren't able to come back from the big hole they dug themselves into against the Portland Stars (1-0), and the Cowlitz Black Bears lost 3-1 to the Portland Stars after falling behind by three runs in the fourth inning.

The Cowlitz Black Bears scored one run in the sixth on an error. Despite their efforts, the Cowlitz Black Bears couldn't get over the hump.

The Cowlitz Black Bears couldn't get anything going so long as Andrew Villeneuve was on the hill. The Cowlitz Black Bears managed just one hit off of Villeneuve, who allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out three during his three innings of work.

Ryan McCarthy ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just 3 2/3 innings, walked two, struck out four, and allowed three runs.