A seven-run explosion in the fourth inning spurred the Vienna River Dogs (13-18) to a 13-6 win in seven innings over the Gaithersburg Giants (14-18) at James Madison High School on Thursday.

The Vienna River Dogs scored in the fourth on a solo home run by Cole Perry, a two-run single by Mike Sciorra, a double by Will Malbon, a passed ball, , a double by Jordan Sergent, and.

Malbon went a perfect 3-3 at the dish for the Vienna River Dogs.

Patrick Causa racked up four RBIs on one hit for the Gaithersburg Giants. He homered in the fourth inning.

Even though Sam Ryan allowed five runs over 1 2/3 innings he still recorded the victory, his first of the season. He struck out one, walked four and surrendered three hits.

Truman Thomas (3-2) took the loss for the Gaithersburg Giants. He allowed seven runs in 3 1/3 innings, walked three and struck out three.