The Smithfield Packers will venture away from home to challenge the York Falcons at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Smithfield has given up an average of 7.2 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Grafton hit Smithfield with a five-run sixth inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Packers lost 11-1 to the Clippers.
Smithfield saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Easton Saunders, who went 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI.
Meanwhile, York suffered their closest defeat since March 28, 2025 on Monday. They fell just short of Gloucester by a score of 6-4. The Falcons' loss signaled the end of their three-game winning streak.
Maddy Wintermantel and Ella Thurman stepped up to the plate in a big way. Wintermantel got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one double and one RBI, while Thurman went 2-for-4 with two doubles, one run, and one RBI.
York's defeat dropped their record down to 9-7. As for Smithfield, their loss dropped their record down to 10-7.
Wednesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Smithfield has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .441. However, it's not like York struggles in that department as they've averaged .451. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Smithfield might still be hurting after the 18-7 defeat they got from York in their previous matchup back in April. Can the Packers avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
