Conard extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 1-4. They took a 9-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Manchester Red Hawks. The Red Wolves were not able to make up for their loss to the Red Hawks from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
As for Manchester, their win ended a four-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-4. That's two games straight that they have won by exactly four runs.
For Manchester's part, Collin Clapp spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on four hits and racked up seven Ks.
On the hitting side, Ethan Ortiz was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and one double. He continues to improve, besting his previous run total in each of the last three games he's played. EJ Perez was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Conard will take on East Hartford at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Manchester, they will face off against Somers at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Red Hawks' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Spartans have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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