Mariners 2, Chiefs 8

Early Lead for Ipswich Chiefs Sets Stage for Victory Over Man./Essex Mariners

An early lead helped Ipswich Chiefs defeat Man./Essex Mariners 8-2 on Monday. Ipswich Chiefs scored on a walk by Chas Rousseau, a single by Sam Blizard, and a single by Dan Frey in the second inning. Ipswich Chiefs pulled away for good with four runs in the second inning. In the second Rousseau drew a walk, scoring one run, Blizard singled on a 0-1 count, scoring one run, and Frey singled on the first pitch of the at bat, scoring two runs.

Jake Greaney led the Ipswich Chiefs to victory on the hill. He allowed three hits and one run over five innings, striking out two. Jay Galoski threw two innings in relief out of the bullpen. Galoski recorded the last six outs to earn the save for Ipswich Chiefs.

Marc Phinney took the loss for Man./Essex Mariners. He lasted three innings, allowing four hits and five runs while striking out two.  Frey went 3-for-4 at the plate to lead Ipswich Chiefs in hits.  Man./Essex Mariners was sure-handed in the field and didn't commit a single error. Mike Cain had the most chances in the field with five.