Monmouth Regional has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging four runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They came up short against the Raritan Rockets, falling 12-1. Having soared to a lofty 20 runs in the game before, the Falcons couldn't push the score so high this time.
Monmouth Regional's loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 3-2. As for Raritan, the win keeps they at an undefeated 4-0.
Looking ahead, Monmouth Regional will venture away from home to square off against Manchester Township at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Hawks have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.2 runs per game on average), something the Falcons will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Raritan, they will face off against Manalapan at 3:45 p.m. on Friday.
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