Bethel extended their losing streak to four on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 9-10 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Hampton Crabbers. The Bruins were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Crabbers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Luke Boulais was a force to be reckoned with on the mound despite the final result: he pitched six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Ryan Owens was cooking despite his team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base and one run.
As for Hampton, the victory keeps they at an undefeated 18-0. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 7.2 runs this season.
On Hampton's side, Toby Weymouth spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Hampton saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jaycob Flores, who went 2-for-3 with one double.
While Bethel had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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