SPRINGDALE, Ark. — The Wichita Wind Surge (16-22) secured at least a series split with a 5-2 win over the Northwest Arkansas Naturals (15-23) in game five of a six-game series Saturday night at Arvest Ballpark, powered by four scoreless innings from Chris Vallimont and home runs from Garrett Spain and Caden Kendle.
Spain paced the offense, driving in two runs and recording his 21st multi-hit game of the season, highlighted by his 17th home run. Kendle also went deep and drove in two runs in the win. Khadim Diaw collected a pair of doubles for his 14th multi-hit game of the season, while Marek Houston extended his on-base streak to 31 games.