MARION, Illinois — The 2013 Frontier League Champion Schaumburg Boomers, presented by Wintrust Community Banks, scored in the each of the first four innings to roll to an 8-3 road win over the Southern Illinois Miners in the rubber game of a three-game series.

Schaumburg chased Southern Illinois starter Miguel Ramirez after just 3.1 innings, breaking open a close game with five runs in the fourth.Jordan Dean, Justin Vasquez, Mark Nelson, and Ben Kline all drove home runs during the outburst, which saw the Boomers bat around. Cal Bowling was the beneficiary of the run support, working six innings on the mound and allowing three runs to even his record at 1-1.

Schaumburg established season highs in runs and hits in taking the series. Vasquez finished with four hits while Kline drove home two and Dean scored twice. Ryan McChesney doubled twice in his first start of the season behind the plate.

The Boomers (2-4) finally have a chance to play at home on Friday, raising the 2013 Frontier League Championship banner in a 6:30 p.m. game against the Florence Freedom. RHP Charle Rosario (0-0, 0.00) receives the nod for the home opener against RHP Casey Henn (0-0, 4.50).

Tickets are available and the game can also be heard live on AM 1410 WRMN with the Voice of the Boomers and 2013 Frontier League Broadcaster of the Year, Tim Calderwood. Reserve your piece of the fun at Boomers Stadium this season by calling 847.461.3695 or visiting www.boomersbaseball.com. Schaumburg opens the home schedule on May 23 at 6:30 p.m. against the Florence Freedom.