Story by Narrative Science.

The Springfield Sliders (28-14) refused to relinquish the lead after grabbing it early against the Hannibal Cavemen (9-31), recording a 17-7 victory on Saturday at Clemens Field.

With 10 runs in the first three innings, the Springfield Sliders left no doubt about the eventual outcome.

A home run by William Elliott in the first inning and an RBI single by Alec Skender during the second inning fueled the Springfield Sliders' offense early.

Elliott racked up six RBIs on three hits for the Springfield Sliders.

Wyatt Champlin had two extra-base hits for the Hannibal Cavemen. He doubled in the third and sixth innings and singled in the eighth inning.

Tyler Borski recorded his second win of the year for the Springfield Sliders. He allowed four runs over six innings. He struck out six, walked three and surrendered seven hits.

Tyus Adkins ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his fourth loss of the year. He allowed seven runs in two innings, walked five and struck out one.