A loss looked likely for the Solano Mudcats when they trailed by four runs in the fifth inning, but the Solano Mudcats were able to capture the lead back with a a two-run single by Justin Quilatan in the sixth inning, spurring the Solano Mudcats to an 8-7 win over the Auburn Wildcats (4-7) at James Field on Friday.
With the score tied at four, Quilatan came to the plate and singled, plating Ryan Rudstrom and Tucker Bishop.
Quilatan racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Solano Mudcats. He singled in the first and sixth innings.
The Solano Mudcats held off the Auburn Wildcats, as the Auburn Wildcats were unable to overcome a three-run sixth inning deficit.
The Auburn Wildcats scored on an RBI single by Hunter Gallant in the sixth inning, an RBI double by Gallant in the eighth inning, and an error in the ninth inning. Unfortunately, the Auburn Wildcats weren't able to take the lead back.
Matt Burks racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Solano Mudcats. He.
Brandon Maio got the win for the Solano Mudcats. He allowed two runs over 3 2/3 innings. Maio struck out five, walked none and gave up six hits.
Peter Hoffman ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just 5 2/3 innings, walked two, struck out seven, and allowed five runs.