Holyoke extended their losing streak to five on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 2-11 in the process. They lost 11-0 to the Easthampton/Hampshire Eagles. The Purple Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Easthampton/Hampshire, their victory bumped their record up to 3-11. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Easthampton/Hampshire's part, the team relied heavily on Patrick Larson, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. The Eagles are 2-1 when Larson posts two or more stolen bases, but 1-10 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Chris Gallagher, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Holyoke will take on Chicopee at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Purple Knights are facing the Pacers at the right time seeing as the Pacers are stuck on an 11-game losing streak. As for Easthampton/Hampshire, they will challenge Westfield Technical Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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