The Evansville Otters (27-28) jumped out to an early lead, but were unable to hold on and lost 2-1 to the Normal CornBelters (31-25) on Saturday.
The Normal CornBelters took the lead in the sixth inning on an RBI single by Ryan Lashley.
Ryan Demmin struck out six, paving the way for a the Normal CornBelters win. Demmin allowed one earned run, five hits and three walks over seven innings.
Steve Marino reached base two times in the game for the Evansville Otters. He scored one run and had one RBI. He homered in the second inning.
Ryan Gibson was charged with his third loss of the year. He lasted just seven innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed two runs.