The Washington Wild Things (8-4) and the Joliet Slammers (5-7) each put runners in scoring position on Thursday, but the Washington Wild Things capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 4-3 win at Silver Cross Field.

Danny Hernandez racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Joliet Slammers. He tripled in the fourth inning.

Chris Phelan recorded his second win of the year for the Washington Wild Things. He allowed three runs over six innings. Phelan struck out four, walked one and gave up five hits.

Santo Manzanillo (0-1) took the loss for the Joliet Slammers. He lasted just three innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed one run.