Salem scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Saturday. They put the hurt on the Loudonville Christian Eagles with a sharp 18-8 win. Salem might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won four contests by seven runs or more this season.
James Beagle made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just two earned runs but no hits. Beagle has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Beagle was also big at the plate, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.
In other batting news, Stephen Yakubec was incredible, going 4-for-4 with a home run, seven RBI, and two stolen bases. Another player making a difference was Cooper Saddlemire, who scored five runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5.
Salem has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 7-5 record this season. As for Loudonville Christian, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Salem didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 13-2 defeat vs. Hoosick Falls on the 6th. Loudonville Christian has also already played their next match, a 4-1 loss against Waterford-Halfmoon on the 4th.
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