Caps post victory against Riverdogs

Plaza Tire Capahas pitcher Brad LaBruyere earned a victory in his first start on the mound this season.

LaBruyere tossed 7 1/3 innings, allowing two runs, one earned, on five hits and one walk while striking out 11 batters to help lead Plaza Tire to a 9-7 road victory over the Charleston Riverdogs on Thursday night.

The Capahas now lead the all-time series between the two teams 33-1.

Ivan Nails earned the save for the Capahas. He hurled 1 2/3 innings, allowing four runs, none earned. He struck out one and walked one.

Tom Bolen had a strong day at the plate. He went 3-for-5 with two singles, a double and one run batted in.

Chad Mercado and Kendal Deason each doubled for Plaza Tire, which improved its record to 6-3.

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WP -- Brad LaBruyere, 1-0. LP -- Justin Simpher. S -- Ivan Nails. 2B -- Tom Bolen (CPT), Chad Mercado (CPT), Kendal Deason (CPT). Multiple hits -- Capahas -- Bolen 3-5. Records -- Capahas 6-3.