The Gateway Grizzlies (43-28) and the Normal CornBelters (34-36) each put runners in scoring position on Friday, but the Gateway Grizzlies capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 4-3 win at GCS Ballpark.

Madison Beaird racked up two RBIs on one hit for the Gateway Grizzlies. He homered in the second inning.

Stephen Frey pitched lights out for the Normal CornBelters. Frey held the Gateway Grizzlies hitless over 1 1/3 innings, allowed no earned runs, walked none and struck out three.

Andrew Aizenstadt recorded his second win of the year for the Gateway Grizzlies. He allowed one run over 1 1/3 innings. He struck out one, walked none and surrendered one hit.

Cullen Babin (5-6) took the loss for the Normal CornBelters. He lasted just 4 2/3 innings, walked four, struck out five, and allowed four runs.