Crestwood had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Tunkhannock Tigers 12-6. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Crestwood has managed all season.
Crestwood got a great performance from Chris Litchkofski as he struck out eight batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Litchkofski has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Connor Wagaman, who scored two runs while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Chaz Wright was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
On Tunkhannock's side, Colin Gregory made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Brandon Kozlansky, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Crestwood's victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 7-12. As for Tunkhannock, their loss was their fourth straight at home, which dropped their record down to 2-17.
Crestwood will head out on the road to square off against Abington Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Abington Heights will roll in looking for their ninth straight win, something Crestwood surely won't give up without a fight. As for Tunkhannock, they will head out on the road to take on Dallas at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Dallas is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.6 runs per game this season.
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