In the tight race for the Pinckney Division crown, the Muckdogs pulled back within half a game of Jamestown Thursday with an 11-7 win over Williamsport.
Meanwhile, Jamestown was clobbered by Auburn, 15-2.
The hometown heroes were powered by catcher Charles C. Cutler, who went 4-5, including a home run, two runs scored and three RBI. He raised season average to .283.
Shane Paterson also picked up three hits. Jose Garcia had two stolen bases.
Starter George Brown went four innings and gave up four runs. He did not factor in the decision. The winning pitcher was Thomas Eager, who went four innings yielding a single run. His record moves to 5-3.
Closer Adam Reifer was called on to get the final out and he picked up his 20th save of the season.
The Muckdogs remain three games ahead of Brooklyn in the wild card race.
Complete box score. Standings.
The Muckdogs face off with Williamsport again tonight at 7:05 p.m. and are home Sunday to play Jamestown at 1:05 p.m.
