The Terre Haute Rex (9-10) outlasted the Springfield Sliders (4-15) on Tuesday after five lead changes, squeaking out a 7-6 win at Robin Roberts Field.

The Terre Haute Rex scored four runs in the first inning to build an early lead.

The Terre Haute Rex were led by a flawless day at the dish by Kyle Kempf, who went 3-3 against the Springfield Sliders' pitching. He doubled in the second inning and singled in the fifth and sixth innings.

Dove got it done on the hill on the way to a win. He pitched 1 2/3 shutout innings. Dove struck out three, walked one and gave up two hits.

John White couldn't get it done on the mound for the Springfield Sliders, taking a loss. He lasted just four innings, walked one, struck out four, and allowed two runs.