It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Port Huron ultimately got the result they hoped for on Saturday. They won by a run and slipped past the New Haven Rockets 3-2. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Port Huron.
For New Haven's part, Lamar Pearson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered two runs (both of which were unearned) on four hits and racked up 11 Ks.
On the hitting side, Kaden Gilbert made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
Port Huron's win bumped their record up to 6-8. As for New Haven, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Port Huron will play host again on Monday to welcome Marysville, where first pitch is scheduled at 4:00 p.m. The last three games Port Huron has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. As for New Haven, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Armada at 4:30 p.m.
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