LOUISVILLE – The Louisville Bats beat the Clippers 5-1 Wednesday at Louisville Slugger Field.
Robert Dugger (2-3) pitched 6 2/3 shutout innings to get the win.
Columbus starter Logan Allen (0-3) was saddled with the loss despite striking out seven hitters.
Jose Barrero hit a two-run home run for Louisville.
Will Benson scored the Clippers’ only run on a fielder’s choice in the ninth.