Weehawken extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 9-10 in the process. They came up short against the Rutherford Bulldogs, falling 10-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulldogs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in April.
As for Rutherford, their record is now 14-6. The result was nothing new for the Bulldogs, who have now won ten matchups by eight runs or more so far this season.
For Rutherford's part, Andrew Erickson was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out nine over six innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Erickson has posted since back in April. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Quinn Weber was excellent, going 2-for-4 with one triple, one run, and one double. That double was his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Chris Gioia, who went 2-for-3 with three runs and one stolen base.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Weehawken will face off against McNair Academic at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Rutherford, they will challenge Dwight-Englewood at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Rutherford is facing Dwight-Englewood at the right time seeing as Dwight-Englewood is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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