Columbus Clippers top Indianapolis Indians; Ralphy Velazquez hits homer

On August 28, 2026, the Columbus Clippers defeated the Indianapolis Indians 6-3 in a Triple-A game. Justin Campbell started for Columbus, pitching three scoreless innings, while Rorik Maltrud improved to 6-1 with 5.1 innings of work. Ralphy Velazquez highlighted the offense with a three-run home run in the first inning. The Akron RubberDucks lost 3-1 to the Somerset Patriots despite a solo home run from Aaron Walton. The Cedar Rapid Kernels outscored the Lake County Captains 8-3, aided by four errors from the Captains. The Hill City Howlers beat the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers 5-1, with Erigaldi Perez earning the win after six strong innings.

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