Salem extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 14 on Monday, dropping them down to 0-12. They lost 18-2 to the Danvers Falcons. Surprisingly, this marked the fourth straight game in which the away team has come away the victor in this series.
As for Danvers, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-9. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Danvers' part, the team relied heavily on Colby Medeiros, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. Those three runs gave Medeiros a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jack Curcuru, who went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem will host Saugus at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Danvers, they will square off against Essex North Shore Agric & Tech School at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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