After low-scoring totals in their previous three contest, Ithaca brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They blew past the Binghamton Patriots 10-2 on Monday. That eight-run margin sets a new team best for the Bear Cubs this season.
Brady Chase made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high.
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Wylie Smalls, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base. He has become a key player for Ithaca: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 1-10 otherwise. Griffin Levine was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
Ithaca moved to 3-11 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Binghamton, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season.
Ithaca will challenge Vestal at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Binghamton, they will face off against Sidney at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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