Smithfield had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They never let the Central Knights onto the board and left with a 4-0 victory on Tuesday. That four run margin sets a new team best for Smithfield this season.
Not much got past Jackson Chamberlin, who gave up just two hits and racked up eight Ks to keep Central off the board. Chamberlin has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Smithfield let Dominic Bellini and Michael Villandry loose on the outfield. Bellini scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances, while Villandry scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Smithfield's win bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Central, their defeat was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-9.
Smithfield will face off against Mt. Hope at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Central, they will be playing at home against Cranston West at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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