TROY, NY - The Tri-City ValleyCats (26-19) fell 7-1 to the Québec Capitales (36-11) on Wednesday at Joseph L. Bruno Stadium.

Québec struck in the fourth. Justin Gideon singled off Mikell Manzano. Marc-Antoine Lebreux replaced Gideon at first base after reaching on a fielder’s choice. Jarrod Belbin belted a two-run homer to give the Capitales a 2-0 lead.

Québec added in the fifth. Will Riley singled and stole second. Ruben Castro walked. Anthony Quirion reached on a 4-6 fielder’s choice and Riley moved to third. Gideon singled in a run to put the Capitales on top, 3-0.

Ian Walters continues his All-Star bid, homering off Gilberto Chu in the eighth to cut the deficit to 3-1. It was his eighth roundtripper of the season.

Québec took advantage of four walks in the ninth to plate four runs and pull ahead, 7-1.

Masatoshi Sakurai (4-0) earned the win. He delivered seven shutout frames, giving up two hits, walking one, and striking out four.

Manzano (3-3) received the loss. He tossed five innings, yielding three runs on eight hits, walking two, and striking out two.

Tri-City looks to take the rubber game against Québec tomorrow, Thursday, July 3nd. First pitch is scheduled for a 6:30 PM start.

FINAL | QUÉBEC 7 | TRI-CITY 1

W: Masatoshi Sakurai (4-0)

L: Mikell Manzano (3-3)

Time of Game: 2:40

Attendance: 1,705

BOX SCORE

The ValleyCats continue their All-Star campaign and 23rd season in the Capital Region. July 3rd is Independence Day Celebration #1 and Highmark Member Appreciation Night. Members of Highmark BSNENY can fill out this form for complimentary tickets. Postgame fireworks are presented by Upstate Toyota Dealers. Gates open at 5:30 PM and the first pitch is scheduled for a 6:30 PM start. Tickets can be purchased here. Fans can also secure their ticket to fun by calling 518-629-CATS (2287) or visiting the Joe Bruno Stadium Box Office.