Rusty Tucker picked up the win for the Mariners, tossing 6 innings of one-hit ball while striking out 16. Andy Brown started the game for the Giants, pitching 3+ innings and recording 3 strikeouts. Mike Gibbon struck out the side in the 7th for the Mariners.
The Mariners scored 4 runs in the 4th inning on key hits from Cole Josselyn and Caulin Rogers. Rocky Piza Jr. entered the game in relief on Brown, surrendering 2 runs over the final 3 innings, while striking out 4.
The two teams will meet again on Sunday in Beverly at Cooney Field. First pitch is at 5 PM.
