Gorton won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Thursday. They lost 16-8 to the Yonkers Bulldogs. Gorton was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Yonkers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played last Tuesday.
Jayvien Rodriguez was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring two runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Gorton kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Gorton has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. As for Yonkers, their victory bumped their record up to 4-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Gorton will face off against Hamilton at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Yonkers, they will head out on the road to take on Pelham Memorial at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Pelham Memorial's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Yonkers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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