The Joliet Slammers (8-12) and the River City Rascals (13-7) each put runners in scoring position on Saturday, but the Joliet Slammers capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 2-1 win at Silver Cross Field.
Adam Giacalone reached base two times in the game for the Joliet Slammers. He scored one run and had one RBI. He homered in the second inning.
The Joliet Slammers relied on Andrew Busby to eat up innings en route to the win. Busby allowed one earned run, five hits and two walks while striking out three over seven innings of work.
Eric Williams led the River City Rascals' offensive threat, as he got on base four times in the game. He singled in the third, sixth, and ninth innings.
Dane Stone was charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just six innings, walked one, struck out one, and allowed two runs.