Stranahan had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-6 to make it seven. They lost 21-5 to the Northeast Hurricanes. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Hurricanes this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 18-9 back in February.
Jayden Black made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and got on base in two of his three plate appearances with three stolen bases and two runs. Marcus Serrano also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
As for Northeast, with the win, they broke their four-game losing streak and moved their record to 4-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Northeast's side, Malik Aska was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Aska also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Northeast is 2-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 2-6 otherwise. Aska was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in five of his six plate appearances with five RBI, three runs, and one stolen base. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
Coincidentally, Stranahan and Northeast will both be playing Blanche Ely the next time they take the field. The Mighty Dragons will head out to face the Tigers at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, while the Hurricanes will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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