Berwyn/Cicero Morton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 6-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the Fenwick Friars. That's two games in a row now that the Mustangs have lost by just one run.
Daniel Gross was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he pitched six innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off eight hits. That's the fewest earned runs he has allowed since back in May of 2024.
At the plate, Nathan Rubio was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. Jayden Vega also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Berwyn/Cicero Morton's loss dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Fenwick, their record now sits at 2-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Berwyn/Cicero Morton will welcome Saint Ignatius College Prep at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Mustangs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wolfpack have averaged an impressive 10.3 runs per game this season. As for Fenwick, they will take on Morgan Park at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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