Dobbs Ferry had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped down to 2-7 to make it six. They came up short against the Rye Neck Panthers, falling 13-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-2 on Thursday.
As for Rye Neck, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-8. Considering they have won five matchups by more than five runs this season, Friday's blowout was nothing new.
For Rye Neck's part, Davey Ryan made a splash while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Ryan has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Rye Neck's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 3-8 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Rye Neck got a massive performance out of Ben Gellman, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI Gellman has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Ian Hoffman, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Dobbs Ferry is set to take on their familiar foe Tuckahoe at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Rye Neck will face off against rival Blind Brook at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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