The Stark County Terriers (0-2) didn't stand a chance on Saturday, as the Hamilton Joes (2-0) captured a blowout 12-4 win in seven innings at Foundation Field.
A three-run home run by Caleb Bryson and a two-run double by Tommy Ricciardi helped the Hamilton Joes score five runs in the sixth. The Hamilton Joes had four hits in the inning.
The game was back-and-forth heading into the fifth, with five lead changes.
The Hamilton Joes took the lead in the fifth inning and held on for the victory. A passed ball scored Bryson and gave the Hamilton Joes the lead for good. A passed ball scored Bryson to give the Hamilton Joes the lead for good.
Bryson racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Hamilton Joes.
Nick Smith got the win, running his season record to 1-0. He struck out two, walked two and surrendered three hits.
Sam Shafer (0-1) took the loss for the Stark County Terriers. He lasted just 2 2/3 innings, walked five, struck out one, and allowed four runs.