Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Ashland). They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Dedham Marauders on Monday, sneaking past 7-6. The win continues a trend for the Clockers in their matchups with the Marauders: they've now won five in a row.

Oliver Laruea
04/14/25 vs Dedham | 2 |
04/11/25 vs Grafton | 1 |
05/23/24 @ Xaverian Brothers | 1 |
05/22/24 @ Holliston | 1 |
05/20/24 vs Norwood | 3 |
The team relied heavily on Oliver Laruea, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. That's the most hits he has posted since back in May of 2024.
Ashland always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .513. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Dedham only posted an OBP of .333.
The victory got Ashland back to even at 3-3. As for Dedham, they are on a six-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-5.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Ashland is set to challenge their familiar foe Medfield at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Dedham will square off against rival Bellingham at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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