A walk (or an error) is as good as a hit

The headline screams: Owens Sparks Dems to Surprise Win in Baseball Game!

The spark?

Mr. Owens, D-Plattsburgh, helped spark a nine-run rally in the last inning of the seven-frame contest, reaching on an infield error. The Democrats scored a rare victory in the contest, winning 13-5.

Well, hitting coaches say you have to put the ball in play for good things to happen…  Way to represent, Cong. Owens!