Great Hearts Northern Oaks scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They blew past the Nixon-Smiley Mustangs 20-2. With that win, Great Hearts Northern Oaks brought their scoring average up to 6.6 runs per game.
Nicholas Franzese made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over 4.2 innings pitched. Franzese has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in seven consecutive pitching appearances. Franzese was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Ryan Matson was incredible, scoring five runs and stealing four bases while getting on base in four of his six plate appearances. Nick Ramirez was another key contributor, scoring four runs and stealing a base while getting on base in six of his seven plate appearances.
Great Hearts Northern Oaks' victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-11. As for Nixon-Smiley, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 13 of their last 14 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-15-2 record this season.
Great Hearts Northern Oaks does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Nixon-Smiley also has no future games currently scheduled.
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