EVERETT — Courtesy of a strong start from Nick Payero and a first-inning scoring burst, the Everett AquaSox defeated the Tri-City Dust Devils 4-2 on Tuesday night at Funko Field.

The AquaSox offense found an early spark, leading 4-0 after one inning. With the bases loaded, Luis Suisbel knocked a two-run single to center field to ignite the scoring. Continuing the run-scoring attack was Anthony Donofrio, who added a two-run double to provide the Frogs a comfortable cushion.

After receiving plenty of run support, AquaSox starting pitcher Payero dominated. The right-hander from Seton Hall University spun five shutout innings, allowing a single base hit and two walks. Payero also struck out a career-high nine batters — eight swinging and one looking — before departing.

Relieving Payero was

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