Phillipsburg is 0-3 against Rutgers Prep since April of 2023 but things could change on Friday. The Stateliners will be playing at home against the Argonauts at 4:00 p.m. Both come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Phillipsburg lost a heartbreaker the last time they played Warren Hills Regional, but it's fair to say they got their revenge given the result of Monday's game. The Stateliners put the hurt on the Blue Streaks with a sharp 14-2 victory on Monday. That looming 14-2 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Stateliners yet this season.
Meanwhile, it was close, but on Thursday Rutgers Prep sidestepped The Pingry School for a 5-3 win. The victory continues a trend for the Argonauts in their matchups with the Big Blue: they've now won four in a row.
Jake Treonze spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned runs on eight hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Maddox Chu, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run and one RBI. Mason Cimini also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Rutgers Prep's win bumped their record up to 15-6. As for Phillipsburg, their victory bumped their record up to 13-11.
Phillipsburg suffered a grim 11-1 defeat to Rutgers Prep when the teams last played back in April. Will the Stateliners have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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