Coventry is on a ten-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), while Ellington is on a six-game streak of away wins (also dating back to last season): one of those streaks is about to end. The Patriots will host the Knights at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Ellington's hitters are going to have their work cut out for them on Tuesday: Coventry hadn't allowed a single run the last five times they've hit the field. The Patriots never let Tolland get on the board and left with a 12-0 win on Monday.
Noah Napolitano
| 04/27/26 vs Tolland | 3 |
| 04/24/26 @ East Windsor | 2 |
| 04/22/26 @ East Granby | 2 |
| 04/20/26 vs Windsor Locks | 2 |
| 04/17/26 vs E.O. Smith/Tolland | 1 |
Coventry got a massive performance out of Noah Napolitano, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double. Those three hits gave Napolitano a new career-high. Matteo Albano was another key player, getting on base in all three of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Coventry was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .471. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .318 or higher in five consecutive games.
Meanwhile, Ellington got the win against Windsor Locks on Monday by a conclusive 13-0.
Zac Richards looked comfortable as he tossed 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Michael Grimes, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Chase Thomas, who went 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
Ellington's victory bumped their record up to 7-1. As for Coventry, their win bumped their record up to 8-1.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Coventry has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .484. However, it's not like Ellington struggles in that department as they've averaged .457. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Coventry couldn't quite get it done against Ellington when the teams last played back in May of 2025 as they fell 5-2. Will the Patriots have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
