Toledo’s Mud Hens Extend Unbeaten Streak to Five

Toledo’s Mud Hens Extend Unbeaten Streak to FiveToledo’s Mud Hens Extend Unbeaten Streak to Five The Toledo Mud Hens, the Triple-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, have extended their unbeaten streak to five games after a thrilling victory over the Indianapolis Indians on Thursday night. The Mud Hens took an early lead in the first inning when catcher Jake Rogers launched a solo home run over the left-field wall. Indianapolis responded with a run of their own in the second inning, but Toledo regained the advantage in the fourth with a two-run single by outfielder Daz Cameron. The Mud Hens’ pitching staff was dominant throughout the game, holding the Indians to just four hits. Starter Sean Burke turned in a solid outing, allowing one run on two hits in five innings of work. The bullpen then closed out the game, with relievers Jacob Barnes, Kyle Funkhouser, and Rony Garcia combining for four scoreless innings. Rogers’ home run was his second in the series and gives him a team-leading five on the season. Cameron’s single raised his batting average to .350, the highest among all Mud Hens players. With the victory, Toledo improves to 7-3 on the season and moves into a tie for first place in the International League’s West Division. The Mud Hens will look to extend their unbeaten streak when they face the Indians again on Friday night at Fifth Third Field. The Mud Hens’ hot start has been a welcome sight for Tigers fans, who are eager for the team to produce major league-ready talent. With a young and talented roster, Toledo is poised to make a strong push for a playoff berth in 2023.