David Popkins had two extra base hits, sparking the Washington Wild Things (21-18) to a 5-1 victory in seven innings over the Gateway Grizzlies (19-21) on Wednesday at CONSOL Energy Park.
He doubled in the fourth and fifth innings.Trevor Foss picked up the win for the Washington Wild Things. Foss allowed one earned run, five hits and one walk while striking out five over seven innings of work.
Vincent Molesky ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his third loss of the year. He lasted just six innings, walked one, struck out five, and allowed five runs.