Mashpee extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 3-4 in the process. They lost 10-0 to the Sandwich Blue Knights. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Falcons of the 13-5 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Sandwich, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-5 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Sandwich's part, Matthew Taylor was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Taylor also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Sandwich is undefeated when he allows at most two earned runs, but 1-5 otherwise. Taylor was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one run. Those RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
In other batting news, Joe Coughlan was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last four games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Luke Morrison, who got on base in two of his four plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Mashpee will face off against Upper Cape Cod RVT at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Sandwich, they will challenge Cohasset at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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