Tuesday just wasn't the day for Liberty's offense. They lost 10-0 to the Pittsfield Saukees on Tuesday. The loss continues a trend for Liberty in their matchups with Pittsfield: they've now lost five in a row.
For Pittsfield's part, not much got past Konner Allen, who gave up just three hits and racked up nine Ks to keep Liberty off the board. Allen has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Hayden Gratton was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Justin Pennock, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Liberty's defeat dropped their record down to 7-15. As for Pittsfield, their victory was their 11th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 18-7.
Liberty will take on Hamilton at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pittsfield, they will be playing at home against Triopia/Meredosia-Chambersburg/Virginia at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Pittsfield's pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so Triopia/Meredosia-Chambersburg/Virginia's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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