Saul came into Thursday's game having lost eight straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They had just enough and edged the John Bartram Braves out 5-3. The win was just what Saul needed coming off of a 20-5 loss in their prior contest.
Jahsir Smith and Nyjay Jones did most of the damage at the plate: Smith went 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and a double, while Jones scored two runs and stole four bases.
Saul made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-6. As for John Bartram, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Saul will challenge First Philadelphia Prep at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. First Philadelphia Prep will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last. As for John Bartram, they will head out on the road to take on Maritime Academy Charter at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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