Bob Witterschein got the first victory for the Nationals, 11-4, allowing just three runs on four hits in five innings of relief.
Seven Rutherford players had one hit each, the big blow being a bases-loaded double by Sam Ferretti in the eight-run fourth inning.
For North Arlington, R.J. Conlon belted a three-run homer and he, Pat Brennan and Mike Tortora had two hits each.