Medford was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They fell just short of the Stoneham Spartans by a score of 5-4. That's two games in a row now that Medford has lost by just one run.
Travers Moodie spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on eight hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Justin Marino was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Carsten Mangan was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Medford's defeat dropped their record down to 7-12. As for Stoneham, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-10.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Medford's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Newton South at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Stoneham will take on Saugus at 4:15 p.m. on Friday. Saugus' pitching crew has only allowed 4.1 runs per game this season, so Stoneham's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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