Josh Ludy went 4-4 at the plate, sparking the River City Rascals (49-38) to an 8-7 victory over the Evansville Otters (46-41) on Friday at T. R. Hughes Ballpark.
He singled in the second, fourth, sixth, and seventh innings.Kurt Wertz Jr. racked up three RBIs on one hit for the Evansville Otters. He singled in the ninth inning.
Lucas Laster recorded his fourth win of the year for the River City Rascals. He allowed three runs over 6 2/3 innings. He struck out five, walked one and surrendered six hits.
Blaine Howell (0-1) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just six innings, walked three, struck out four, and allowed five runs.