New Milford has not done well against Cresskill recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. Everything went the New Milford Knights' way against the Cresskill Cougars as the New Milford Knights made off with a 13-4 win. New Milford's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Matthew Mulligan looked comfortable as he tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits.
At the plate, Luis Placido was a standout: he scored four runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Andy Aviles, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all five of his plate appearances.
The victory made it two in a row for New Milford and bumps their season record up to 2-2. As for Cresskill, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. New Milford will square off against Midland Park at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. New Milford will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last. As for Cresskill, they will head out on the road to challenge Waldwick at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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