The Florence Freedom (17-13) and the Windy City ThunderBolts (11-20) each put runners in scoring position on Thursday, but the Florence Freedom capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 4-3 win at Standard Bank Stadium.
Jacob Tanis racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Florence Freedom. He homered in the eighth inning.
Mike Torres was hot from the plate for the Windy City ThunderBolts. Torres went 3-4 and drove in one. He singled in the first, third, and seventh innings.
Brandon Mathes recorded his second win of the year for the Florence Freedom. He struck out one, walked one and surrendered one hit.
Matt Wickswat (2-4) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just seven innings, walked three, struck out 12, and allowed four runs.