Freeport extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping them down to 4-6-1. They lost 10-1 to the Cape Elizabeth Capers. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since May 1, 2021, but that streak is no more.
As for Cape Elizabeth, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 7-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Cape Elizabeth's part, Maxwell Hayward was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Hayward has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Caiden Johnson was excellent, going 2-for-4 with four RBI and one double. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Cal Day, who got on base in three of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Freeport is set to square off against their familiar foe Yarmouth at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Cape Elizabeth will challenge rival York at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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