Bridgeport hadn't done well against Toronto recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Bulldogs came out on top in a nail-biter against the Red Knights, sneaking past 8-6. While the Bulldogs didn't have the best season last year (they finished 8-15), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Hanna Brewer and Vanessa Mullen made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Brewer struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off nine hits. Meanwhile, Mullen pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. At the plate, Brewer scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Mullen scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Rowyn Herman was excellent, scoring a run while going 1-for-4. She also put up three RBI, which were her first of the season.
Bulldogs
| 04/01/25 @ Toronto | 8-6 |
| 03/31/25 @ Paden City | 21-0 |
| 03/29/25 @ Trinity Christian | 6-5 |
| 03/29/25 @ Trinity Christian | 3-1 |
Bridgeport pushed their record up to 5-1 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 6.5 runs across that stretch. As for Toronto, they now have a losing record of 3-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Bridgeport will face off against Shadyside at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed seven runs per game on average), something the Bulldogs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Toronto, they will take on Wheeling Central Catholic at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Maroon Knights' pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so the Red Knights' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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