The Washington Wild Things (8-8) and the Rockford Aviators (12-4) each put runners in scoring position on Wednesday, but the Washington Wild Things capitalized on more RBI opportunities, pulling out a 2-1 win at CONSOL Energy Park.

Luke Wilkins allowed one earned run, six hits and one walk while striking out four over six innings of work.

Kyle Brueggemann was effective even in defeat, mowing down nine the Washington Wild Things batters and allowing one run.

Tim Giel improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Washington Wild Things. He struck out two, walked one and surrendered no hits.

Colby Holmes was charged with his second loss of the year. He lasted just one inning, walked one, struck out none, and allowed one run.