Chris Bielak struck out seven batters to lift the North Adams SteepleCats (8-5) to a 5-3 win over the Laconia Muskrats (5-6) at Joe Wolfe Field.

The North Adams SteepleCats staved off the Laconia Muskrats as the Laconia Muskrats were unable to match the North Adams SteepleCats down the stretch.

The Laconia Muskrats scored three runs in the ninth on a three-run home run by Ethan Bennett. Despite their efforts, the Laconia Muskrats couldn't finish the comeback.

Bryan Soloman racked up three RBIs on two hits for the North Adams SteepleCats. He doubled in the sixth inning and singled in the seventh inning.

Bennett racked up three RBIs on one hit for the Laconia Muskrats. He homered in the ninth inning.

Mark Leiter Jr (0-1) took the loss for the Laconia Muskrats. He lasted just five innings, walked one, struck out two, and allowed three runs.