The Hays (KS) Larks (3-0) and the Santa Barbara (CA) Foresters (2-1) each put runners in scoring position on Tuesday, but the Hays (KS) Larks capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 9-7 win at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium.
Derek Birginske racked up four RBIs on one hit for the Hays (KS) Larks. He homered in the fifth inning.
Jaylin Davis put himself in scoring position with two extra-base hits for the Santa Barbara (CA) Foresters. He homered in the second inning, doubled in the fourth inning, and singled in the seventh inning.
D.J. Carr recorded his first win of the year for the Hays (KS) Larks. Carr struck out one, walked none and gave up two hits.
Dylan Bein couldn't get it done on the rubber for the Santa Barbara (CA) Foresters, taking a loss. He allowed eight runs in 5 2/3 innings, walked one and struck out two.