Charlie Butler kept the Brockton Rox (15-8) off the board during his six innings of work and the Worcester Bravehearts (16-7) beat the Brockton Rox, 3-0.

Butler allowed four hits, two walks and struck out two.

A bright spot for the Brockton Rox in the defeat was Jake Fishman, who allowed only one run while striking out nine.

Bill Maier (1-1) was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just four innings, walked none, struck out three, and allowed two runs.