Canadians Crush Indians with Two Grand Slams

Spokane falls 14-6 to Vancouver in High-A Northwest League matchup

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:04am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a baseball game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes of color representing the players, field, and action, without any recognizable faces or logos.The Canadians' offensive explosion overwhelms the Indians in a High-A Northwest League showdown.Spokane Today

The Vancouver Canadians defeated the Spokane Indians 14-6 in a High-A Northwest League game, powered by grand slam home runs from Kendry Chirinos and Carter Cunningham. The Canadians racked up 20 runs on 23 hits and 13 walks in the lopsided victory at Avista Stadium.

Why it matters

This loss is a setback for the Spokane Indians, who are looking to climb the standings in the competitive High-A Northwest League. The Canadians' offensive outburst highlights their potential to make a deep playoff run this season.

The details

Kendry Chirinos and Carter Cunningham each hit grand slam home runs to lead the Vancouver Canadians to a decisive 14-6 victory over the Spokane Indians. The Canadians pounded out 23 hits and drew 13 walks, overwhelming the Indians' pitching staff.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, April 16, 2026 at Avista Stadium in Spokane, Washington.

The players

Kendry Chirinos

A slugging outfielder for the Vancouver Canadians who hit a grand slam in the game.

Carter Cunningham

A power-hitting infielder for the Vancouver Canadians who also hit a grand slam in the game.

Spokane Indians

The High-A minor league baseball team based in Spokane, Washington that lost the game 14-6 to the Vancouver Canadians.

Vancouver Canadians

The High-A minor league baseball team based in Vancouver, British Columbia that defeated the Spokane Indians 14-6.

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What they’re saying

“Our offense was just clicking on all cylinders today. When we get contributions up and down the lineup like that, it's tough for any team to stop us.”

— Kendry Chirinos, Outfielder, Vancouver Canadians

What’s next

The two teams will continue their six-game series on Thursday, April 17, 2026 at Avista Stadium in Spokane.

The takeaway

The Vancouver Canadians have shown they have the offensive firepower to be a force in the High-A Northwest League this season, while the Spokane Indians will need to regroup and find a way to slow down the Canadians' potent lineup.