Wilkes-Barre has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging four runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Saturday. They lost 16-6 to the Pittston Patriots. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Patriots this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 5-0 back in April.
Omar Jerez made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Jake Howe was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one double.
Wilkes-Barre's defeat dropped their record down to 12-8. As for Pittston, their win was their 21st straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 20-0.
As of now, neither Wilkes-Barre nor the Patriots have any future games scheduled.
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