The Florence Freedom (12-11) and the Windy City ThunderBolts (10-13) each put runners in scoring position on Thursday, but the Florence Freedom capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 6-3 win at UC Health Stadium.
Ryan Miller led the Florence Freedom's offensive threat, as he got on base five times in the game. He singled in the first inning.
Jon Mestas reached base three times in the game for the Windy City ThunderBolts. He scored one run and had one RBI. He singled in the third inning and homered in the sixth inning.
Peter Gehle got the win, running his season record to 1-1. He allowed two runs over six innings. He struck out two, walked one and surrendered eight hits.
Eli Anderson ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with his second loss of the year. He allowed six runs in three innings, walked four and struck out four.