The West Virginia Miners (5-7) jumped out to an early lead, but were unable to hold on and lost 3-2 to the Champion City Kings (7-4) on Tuesday.

The Champion City Kings took the lead in the fifth inning on a two-run home run by Trevor Kimm.

Chris Perkovich had three extra-base hits for the Champion City Kings. He doubled in the second, fourth, and sixth innings.

Luke Mamer picked up the win for the Champion City Kings. Mamer pitched seven innings and allowed two earned runs, five hits and no walks while striking out one.

A bright spot for the West Virginia Miners in the defeat was Andrew Bramley, who allowed only two runs while striking out six.

T J Trujillo (1-1) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just two-thirds of an inning, walked none, struck out none, and allowed one run.