Story by Narrative Science.

The Gary SouthShore RailCats (38-41) shut the door early on the Lincoln Saltdogs (31-47), capturing a 10-4 victory on Friday at Haymarket Park.

With seven runs in the first three innings, the Gary SouthShore RailCats left no doubt about the eventual outcome.

A two-run single by Brian Kolb and a two-run single by Zac Mitchell during the first inning fueled the Gary SouthShore RailCats' offense early.

Kolb racked up three RBIs on four hits for the Gary SouthShore RailCats.

Matt Forgatch had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He doubled in the second inning and homered in the fifth inning.

Alberto Rolon got the win, running his season record to 1-0. He allowed four runs over five innings. Rolon struck out two, walked four and gave up five hits.

Thomas Palica was charged with his eighth loss of the year. He allowed seven runs in four innings, walked four and struck out three.