Howard can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They won by a run and slipped past the Long Reach Lightning 5-4. That's more bragging rights for Howard, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Brennan Giangrasso spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on eight hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Hunter Hilte, who scored a run and stole three bases while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Ben Plasterer, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with a stolen base and an RBI.
Howard now has a winning record of 9-8. As for Long Reach, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-6 record this season.
Howard will square off against Wilde Lake on Monday. Wilde Lake is coming into the game with three straight wins on the road, so Howard will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Long Reach, they will challenge River Hill on Monday. The last three games Long Reach has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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