Gloucester had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Smithfield Packers on Monday, sneaking past 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Dukes have posted since May 31, 2024.
Gloucester got a great performance from Brayden Scott as he struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits.
On the hitting side, Grayson Shield and Hank Hardaway did most of the damage at the plate: Shield scored a run and stole three bases, while Hardaway went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double. Jackson East also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Gloucester hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Smithfield struck out eight times.
Gloucester now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Smithfield, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
Coming up, Gloucester is taking a road trip to challenge Denbigh at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (Gloucester 3.4, Denbigh 2.2) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Smithfield, they will be playing at home against Tabb at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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