Shaker has not done well against Colonie Central recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Shaker Bison skirted past the Colonie Central Raiders 9-7. This was payback for Shaker, who suffered a 5-1 loss the last time these two teams met.
Tommy Case was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over six innings while giving up three earned runs off only two hits. Case has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Case was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Tye Mariano, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Shaker is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games, which provided a nice bump to their 6-4 record this season. As for Colonie Central, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Shaker will take on Christian Brothers Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Christian Brothers Academy is on a three-game streak of home wins, Shaker a three-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the field. As for Colonie Central, they will head out on the road to face off against Troy at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Colonie Central is facing Troy at the right time seeing as Troy is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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