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Indians Hold Off Late Norfolk Surge

Last updated on Monday, May 5, 2008

(NORFOLK, VA) - The Indianapolis Indians held off a late Norfolk charge to defeat the Tides 9-8.

The Tribe built an 8-2 lead in the sixth inning and held on for their third victory in the four-game series.

Catcher Raul Chavez hit a pair of doubles and drove in three while Neil Walker added a solo homer and two RBI for the Indians.

Oscar Salazar had three hits for Norfolk, including a three-run homer, and drove in four.

The tribe heads for Richmond to open a four-game series with the Braves this evening.

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