MINOT, ND – The St. Cloud Rox (30-18) dropped game two of a two-game series against the Minot Hot Tots (13-35) with a 7-0 final score, Wednesday, July 19^th. The Rox sit in first place in the Great Plains West division during the second half.

The starting pitcher for St. Cloud was Tyler Hemmesch. Hemmesch made his 3^rd start and 5^th appearance for the Rox, working through 4.0 innings pitched, giving up just two earned runs and striking out four batters. Hemmesch has a 4.50 ERA and 18 strikeouts over 14.0 innings pitched this season, giving up just eight hits.

Kyle Jackson drew three walks on the day, which gives him the league-leading total at 41. John Nett reached base three times, stealing two bases. Nett has 23 stolen bases this season, tied for the 4^th most across the Northwoods League. Jackson Hauge had two hits, adding on to his team-leading hit total, which sits at 51.

Garrett McLaughlin pitched 0.1 innings as the first relief arm in his 12^th appearance, the 2^nd most appearances on the roster. Ryan Chmielewski had his best relief outing of the season, holding the Hot Tots scoreless with five strikeouts in 3.2 innings of work. Chmielewski’s 27.0 innings pitched are the 3^rd highest mark for St. Cloud this season.

Today’s All-Star Trophy and Awards Star of the game is Ryan Chmielewski!

Th­e Rox return home on July 20^th for a 6:35 pm first pitch against the Willmar Stingers! It will be “Christmas in July” Night, presented by Best Western Plus! For a complete game & promotional schedule, ticket information and everything Rox please visit www.stcloudrox.com

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