Searsport might've scored the first runs on Wednesday, but it was Piscataquis who claimed the real prize. The Searsport Vikings fell 6-2 to the Piscataquis Pirates. Searsport has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
For Piscataquis' part, Scott Chadbourne made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Chadbourne has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Chadbourne was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ben Higgins, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. Higgins is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Gaige Tracy, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Searsport's defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-3. As for Piscataquis, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 4-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Searsport will square off against Bucksport at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Piscataquis, they will head out on the road to challenge Stearns at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The pair have allowed few runs on average, (Stearns: 2, Piscataquis: 2.8) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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