Cranford proved they can win big last Monday (they won by 12) but on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the New Providence Pioneers and snuck past 7-5. That's more bragging rights for Cranford, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Brayden Fry made a splash no matter where he played. He pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Fry was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other pitching news, Cranford got a great performance from Michael Zalinkanskas as he tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (he also only allowed one walk).
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Dennis McCaffery, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, two runs, and two RBI. Dylan Falk was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Cranford pushed their record up to 2-0 with that win, which was their 18th straight at home dating back to last season.
Cranford will head out on the road to take on Elizabeth at 1:30 p.m. on Friday. As for New Providence, they will square off against Roselle Catholic at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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