Westfield had lost four straight at home, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 6-5 to make it five. They fell just short of the Pittsfield Generals by a score of 6-5. The Bombers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Generals earlier this season, when they won 13-2.
As for Pittsfield, their victory bumped their record up to 6-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since June 7, 2024.
For Pittsfield's part, Ava McMahon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. McMahon has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ella Bassi was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Paxton Ebling, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Westfield will square off against Greenfield at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Pittsfield, they will take on Mount Anthony at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Patriots will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Generals surely won't give up without a fight.
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