Champlain Mariners at South Burlington Expos

Both teams were strong on the mound on Saturday, but Champlain Mariners defeated South Burlington Expos 3-2. Goodrich started the game for Champlain Mariners and recorded 20 outs.

Champlain Mariners didn't take the lead until later in the game. The game was tied at two in the top of the eighth when Mikell singled, scoring one run.

Champlain Mariners opened the scoring in the first after LaMothe induced Elderton to hit into a fielder's choice, but one run scored.

Handy singled down the right field line, which helped South Burlington Expos tie the game at two in the bottom of the seventh.

Goodrich started on the mound for Champlain Mariners. The starting pitcher allowed two hits and one run over six and two-thirds innings, striking out seven and walking two. LaMothe stepped on the bump first for South Burlington Expos. The pitcher gave up six hits and two runs over six innings, striking out eight and walking three. Poland appeared in relief for Champlain Mariners.

Champlain Mariners tallied 10 hits in the game. Broullette, Havreluk, and Chagnon each collected two hits for Champlain Mariners. Elderton, Mikell, and Chagnon each drove in one run for Champlain Mariners.

Whitmore set the tone at the top of the lineup, leading South Burlington Expos with two hits in four at bats. Handy and Adams each drove in one run for South Burlington Expos. Whitmore stole two bases. South Burlington Expos turned one double play in the game.

Champlain Mariners welcome South Burlington Expos on Sunday for their next game.