Merrimack Valley extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-3 in the process. They fell 7-2 to the Pelham Pythons. The Pride were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Pythons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2022.
As for Pelham, the victory got them back to even at 2-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Pelham's part, Jake Davidson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on two hits. Davidson has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on James Patchen, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. He also got a hit, marking his first of the season. Nick Muise was another key player, going 1-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Merrimack Valley is set to square off against their familiar foe Kennett at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Pelham will take on rival Hollis-Brookline at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Pythons 2.2, the Cavaliers 3.2) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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