The Rhein Rockets defeated the Foam Lake Merchants 10-2 in Richardson Pioneer Mens Fastball League action on Tuesday.

That means the Rockets finish second in the standings behind the Wynyard Blues. Dave Renkas and Evan Niebrand homered and pitcher Terry Peppler earned the win.

The Rockets then lost to the Rosebud Royals 8-5, earning the Royals a third-place finish.

Royals pitcher James Holowaty earned the win, with Shain Scheschuk hitting the only home run of the game.

The two-day double knockout playoff tournament starts Friday at 5:30 p.m. in Wadena and Foam Lake.

Saturday's games, including the league final, are all at Foam Lake.