Wellington had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They were the clear victors by a 12-0 margin over the Palm Beach Gardens Gators. That's more bragging rights for the Wolverines, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Chase Heritage looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk).
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On the hitting side, Wellington let Danny Hennessey and Blake Stone run wild. Hennessey got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs and one double, while Stone went 2-for-4 with four RBI and one run. Those two runs gave Hennessey a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jacob Guzik, who went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Wellington hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in four consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Coincidentally, Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens will both be playing Seminole Ridge the next time they take the field. The Wolverines will host the Hawks at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Gators will head out to face them at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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