Scranton lost against Scranton Prep back in May of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Scranton Knights fell just short of the Scranton Prep Cavaliers by a score of 4-2. That's two games in a row now that Scranton has lost by exactly two runs.
For Scranton Prep's part, Roman Valvano was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Valvano was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Zander Condeelis, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
This is the second loss in a row for Scranton and nudges their season record down to 3-3. As for Scranton Prep, the victory got them back to even at 3-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Scranton will take on North Pocono at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The pair have allowed few runs on average, (Scranton: 2.7, North Pocono: 3.8) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Scranton Prep, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome West Scranton, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. West Scranton's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Scranton Prep's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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