The Southern Illinois Miners (21-16) and the Traverse City Beach Bums (14-23) both threatened with rallies, but it was the Southern Illinois Miners that eventually took advantage of them in a 6-5 win at Rent One Park, Marion, IL.

Phil Butler racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Southern Illinois Miners. He homered in the second inning and singled in the eighth inning.

Yazy Arbelo racked up two RBIs on three hits for the Traverse City Beach Bums. He singled in the third, fourth, and ninth innings.

David Kubiak got the win, running his season record to 2-1. He struck out two, walked none and surrendered no hits.

Ryan Brasser ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his first loss of the year. He lasted just 1 1/3 innings, walked two, struck out none, and allowed one run.