Middletown took a 11-run loss the last time they faced off against Monroe-Woodbury, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Middie Bears never let the Crusaders get on the board and left with a 2-0 win on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Middie Bears have posted since April 16, 2024.
The result came thanks to Alex Sanchez's shutout, as he gave up just two hits.
Middletown's win was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-2 and their overall record up to 2-2. As for Monroe-Woodbury, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Middletown will host Washingtonville at 11:00 a.m. on Monday. The Middie Bears' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wizards have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Monroe-Woodbury, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Warwick at 11:00 a.m.
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