After losing to Capital the last time they met, Mercer Island decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Mercer Island Islanders had just enough and edged the Capital Cougars out 5-4.
Tyler Gilroy was excellent, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
The victory got Mercer Island back to even at 5-5. As for Capital, they now have a losing record at 5-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mercer Island will take on Hazen at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Hazen is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season. As for Capital, they will be playing at home against Silas at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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