Derry has not done well against Greensburg Salem recently (they were 1-6 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Derry Trojans narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Greensburg Salem Golden Lions 8-6. This was payback for Derry, who suffered a 3-1 loss the last time these two teams met.
Jon Wasnick was incredible, going 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and a run. Mason Fridley was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
On Greensburg Salem's side, Grant Smith and Dom Rosensteel stepped up to the plate in a big way. Smith scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4, while Rosensteel scored three runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3.
Derry's victory bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Greensburg Salem, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-7.
Derry will be playing in front of their home fans against Apollo Ridge at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Apollo Ridge is coming into the matchup with seven straight defeats on the road, meaning Derry will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Greensburg Salem, they will square off against Brownsville at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Greensburg Salem is facing Brownsville at the right time seeing as Brownsville is stuck on a ten-game losing streak.
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