Indians tie for lead in North

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Kevin Mendoza hit a two-run double and scored on a single by Cristian Inoa in a four-run first inning as the Spokane Indians beat the Vancouver Canadians 4-1 in Northwest League baseball in front of 6,413 at Nat Bailey Stadium on Friday night.

With the win, Spokane (29-31, 13-9 second half) moves into a tie with Vancouver (32-28, 13-9) for the second half North Division lead.

Yerry Rodriguez struck out six over seven innings, and allowed four hits for Spokane. Sean Chandler pitched a scorless ninth to get the save.

Tanner Kirwer hit a solo home run in the eighth inning for Vancouver, which finished 0 for 4 with runners in scoring position.

The three-game series continues tonight at 7.