Westmoreland extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 22 on Monday, dropping their season record down to 0-17 in the process. They lost 12-0 to the Essex Trojans. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 12-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Essex, the win was the sixth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-6. The result was nothing new for the Trojans, who have now won nine games by seven runs or more so far this season.
For Essex's part, Keion Hence was incredible, going 1-for-3 with four stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs Hence has posted since back in March. James (Jay) Jeter was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Westmoreland does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Essex, they will take on Lancaster at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Trojans 2.8, the Red Devils 4) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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