Story by Narrative Science.

The West Virginia Miners (20-14) shut the door early on the Lorain County Ironmen (12-20), capturing a 10-0 victory on Friday at Linda K. Epling Stadium.

With five runs in the first three innings, the West Virginia Miners left no doubt about the eventual outcome.

An RBI single by Ryan Perkins, , and a two-run double by Paul Trenhaile during the first inning and an RBI single by Perkins in the second inning supplied the early offense for the West Virginia Miners.

The West Virginia Miners scored four runs in the first inning to build an early lead.

Perkins boosted his batting average thanks to a perfect 5-5 day at the plate to pace the West Virginia Miners.

A bright spot for the Lorain County Ironmen in the defeat was Devin Daugherty, who allowed only three runs while striking out five.

Andrew Bramley recorded his second win of the year for the West Virginia Miners. Bramley struck out three, walked two and gave up four hits.

Sam Clarke (2-2) was the game's losing pitcher. He allowed seven runs in 4 2/3 innings, walked four and struck out one.