The Kelowna Falcons defeated the Cowlitz Black Bears 8-6 in West Coast League action Tuesday night at Elks香蕉视频直播� Stadium.

With the win, the Falcons (14-9) have taken the series against Cowlitz and will go for the sweep into night香蕉视频直播檚 final tilt.

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The Falcons came out guns blazing and scored five runs in the bottom of the first. They then continued the onslaught and crossed the plate three more times in the bottom of the second. Kelowna would need all of those runs as the Black Bears put together a late game rally which saw them score five runs in the final two innings.

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Despite the eight runs scored, Donohue wanted a bit more out of his batting lineup.

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Shea Barry came into the ninth inning and had a rough go. He was replaced by Sam Menegat, who came into the situation with the bases loaded and no outs. He was able to pitch his way out of trouble and save the game.

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The Falcons go for the sweep tonight at home. First pitch will be at 6:35 pm.

The Falcons are also proud to announce a fireworks show following their home game on Wednesday night. The fireworks show will take place post game and is free to watch with a game ticket.

Wednesday night is also the annual Firefighters Burn Fund Fundraiser game. A number of members from the Kelowna Fire Department will be on hand with games, a truck and prizes. All gate admission will be donated to the fund.