Chukars defeat Missoula 12-9 behind Justin Trimble’s three home runs

IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- The Idaho Falls Chukars defeated the Missoula Paddleheads 12-9 at Melaleuca Field, fueled by Justin Trimble's three home runs and six RBIs.

In the bottom of the third inning, with Idaho Falls down 2-0 and two runners on base, Sam Canton hit a triple that the Missoula center fielder could not track down.

The hit brought in Ty Dooley and Emilio Berrera to tie the game at Two-2.

Trimble then hit a two-run blast opposite field. This was one of three home runs Trimble hit during the game, with others coming in the sixth and eighth innings.

Trimble finished the game going 5-for-5 from the plate with 6 RBIs.

Canton also had a big night at the plate. He went 3-for-5 with 5 RBIs.

The Chukars improve to 5-3 in the second half of the season and have won 5 of their last 7 games.

Idaho Falls and Missoula are scheduled to play again Thursday night at Melaleuca Field, with the first pitch set for 7:05 p.m.