Packer Collegiate Institute fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Dalton on Wednesday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Dalton Tigers by a score of 13-12. That's two games in a row now that Packer Collegiate Institute has lost by just one run.
For Dalton's part, Jackson Herzog made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Herzog has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than nine strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Herzog was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-6.
In other pitching news, Aidan Turner-Suzuki looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Jose Tolosa, who went 3-for-5 with three RBI, a triple, and a stolen base. Another player making a difference was Max Silvers, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Packer Collegiate Institute has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-7 record this season. As for Dalton, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 4-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Packer Collegiate Institute will be staying on the road on Thursday to face off against Collegiate at 4:30 p.m. As for Dalton, they will face off against Riverdale Country at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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