The Florence Freedom (37-28)'s three first-inning runs built an early lead that helped bring home a 5-2 win over the Normal CornBelters (34-31) on Thursday at UCMC Stadium.
David Harris racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Florence Freedom. He homered in the first inning and singled in the eighth inning.
Casey Henn picked up the win for the Florence Freedom. Henn pitched eight innings and allowed one earned run, five hits and three walks while striking out five.
The Normal CornBelters were led by Santiago Chirino's hitting. Chirino went 2-4, drove in one and scored one run. He singled in the third inning and homered in the fifth inning.
Drew Provence (4-4) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just seven innings, walked five, struck out five, and allowed five runs.