Rochester Red Wings take first place after hitting four home runs

The Rochester Red Wings secured a 9-7 victory over the Buffalo Bisons on Sunday at ESL Ballpark, moving into sole possession of first place in the International League second-half standings. After trailing 2-0 early, Rochester used a four-run second inning to take the lead. Home runs from Kyle Hayes, Yohandy Morales, Seaver King, and Cayden Wallace powered the offense, with Hayes tying the franchise single-season record with his three-run shot. Buffalo mounted a late challenge with a four-run sixth inning, but the Rochester bullpen held firm to protect the margin. Matt Krook earned the win and Gus Varland recorded his sixth save as the pitching staff struck out 15 total batters to finish the six-game series.

• 11:28 AMYahoo Sports — Four home runs power Red Wings into sole possession of first place