Three first-inning runs helped the Schaumburg Boomers (41-29) to a 4-2 win over the Normal CornBelters (35-35) at The Corn Crib on Thursday.

Brian McConkey racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Schaumburg Boomers. He homered in the sixth inning.

Patrick McKenna reached base three times in the game for the Normal CornBelters. He scored one run and had one RBI. He homered in the fourth inning.

Mike Giovenco recorded his eighth win of the year for the Schaumburg Boomers. He allowed two runs over five innings. He struck out five, walked two and surrendered six hits.

Drew Provence couldn't get it done on the bump for the Normal CornBelters, taking a loss. He lasted just six innings, walked one, struck out three, and allowed four runs.