Calgary, AB –
The VAB Jets had to come from behind to beat the U of C Dinos 5-4 on a beautiful Saturday afternoon in Calgary. The Jets scored 1 run in the top 8th to tie the game at 4 a piece and took the lead in the top of the 9th. Konner Lutz started on the mound going 4 2/3 innings to earn a no-decision allowing 2 hits, 3 runs, 2 earned runs, 4 K’s and 3 BB’s. Mark Baigent threw 2 1/3 innings allowing 1 hit, 1 run, 0 K’s and 1 BB. Ben Dartnell earned the victory going 2 innings allowing 1 hit, 0 runs, 4 K’s and 1 BB.
Offensively, the Jets were led by Tyson Zarowny who was 1 for 4 with a run scored, RBI and stolen base. Jeremie Fagnan was 2 for 5 with a triple and 2 RBI’s. Greg Adams was 1 for 2 with a run scored and stolen base. Mitch McGeein was 1 for 5. Ben Dartnell finished off a great day with a 1 for 1 effort and scored the winning run. Matt Benn was 1 for 4 and Marc St. Jean was 1 for 4 with a stolen base.
The win put a stop to the Jets 3 game slide. The Jets record is now 6-3 overall. Next action is tomorrow in Calgary versus the University of Calgary at 12 noon (DH).
The Jets are also attending the Calgary Stampeders – BC Lions football game.