Salem had to endure a seven-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over the Woodhaven Warriors on Saturday. Salem's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Woodhaven's part, Gary Pilgrim made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with a home run and a stolen base. Pilgrim has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Adrian Sadiku, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and two doubles.
Even though they lost, Woodhaven was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Salem's victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-6. As for Woodhaven, they haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-5.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: they beat Salem by a score of 10-0 later that day.
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