Hackensack's last matchup with Northern Highlands could've gone either way, but unfortunately the same can't be said for the pair's game on Monday. The Comets came up short against the Highlanders, falling 7-0. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 12, 2023, but that streak is no more.
Hackensack got a good showing from Vin Defalco, who tossed three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Defalco has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Hackensack saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Aj Oates, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base. Josbaldy Santos also deserves some recognition as he hit his first double of the season.
Hackensack now has a losing record of 11-12-1. As for Northern Highlands, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 11-12-1.
While Hackensack had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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