Story by Narrative Science.

The River City Rascals (13-10) jumped out to an early lead on the Florence Freedom (9-14) and captured an 8-1 victory on Wednesday at T. R. Hughes Ballpark.

With five runs in the first three innings, the River City Rascals left no doubt about the eventual outcome.

A three-run home run by Danny Canela in the first inning supplied the early offense for the River City Rascals.

Canela racked up three RBIs on two hits for the River City Rascals.

Tim Koons picked up the win for the River City Rascals. Koons allowed one earned run, three hits and two walks while striking out five over 6 2/3 innings of work.

Steve Carrillo did his best to jumpstart the offense for the Florence Freedom, reaching base two times. He scored one run and had one RBI. He homered in the fourth inning.

Coleman Stephens (2-3) was the game's losing pitcher. He allowed seven runs in seven innings, walked none and struck out four.