If Saranac was feeling good fresh off their 22-6 takedown of Moriah on Wednesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Chiefs fell just short of the Northeastern Clinton Cougars by a score of 4-2 on Friday. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cougars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-0 back in April.
Irelyn Ryan spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four runs (all of which were unearned) on nine hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
Saranac's defeat dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Northeastern Clinton, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-5 record this season.
Saranac will take on Plattsburgh at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Northeastern Clinton, they will challenge Missisquoi Valley at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Thunderbirds' pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so the Cougars' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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