The Richmond RiverRats (22-34) had a tough outing on Monday, as the West Virginia Miners (34-24) dominated in a 14-3 win at Linda K. Epling Stadium.

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Dan Ward racked up three RBIs on three hits for the West Virginia Miners. He singled in the third, fifth, and eighth innings.

Justin Paul had an impressive outing against the Richmond RiverRats' lineup. The Richmond RiverRats managed just one hit off of Paul, who allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out three during his two innings of work.

Brian Hakes did his best to jumpstart the offense for the Richmond RiverRats, reaching base three times. He singled in the second inning and doubled in the fourth inning.

Andrew OBrien improved to 1-2 on the year by picking up the win for the West Virginia Miners. He allowed one run over two innings. OBrien struck out one, walked none and gave up three hits.

Nick Coudret ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his second loss of the year. He allowed eight runs in five innings, walked six and struck out four.