Sadly, Ellington is still looking for their first win of the season after four matches. Their tough 9-2 defeat to the Coventry Patriots on Wednesday might stick with them for a while. Ellington was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Coventry apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2023.
For Coventry's part, Brandon White looked comfortable as he pitched 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. White has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks every time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Evan Menzel, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Dustin Menzel, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2.
Ellington's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Coventry, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Ellington will be playing in front of their home fans against Enfield at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Enfield will roll in looking for their eighth straight win, something Ellington surely won't give up without a fight. As for Coventry, they will head out on the road to take on RHAM at 3:45 p.m. on Friday. Coventry is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 10.2 runs per game this season.
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