Chelsea's game last Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Excel Academy Charter Wolves a 10-0 shutout. That ten run margin sets a new team best for Chelsea this season.
Jeanluis Soto made a splash no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Soto has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances. Soto was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Elijah Rivera, who scored three runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Xavier Santiago was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4.
Chelsea's victory bumped their record up to 4-6. As for Excel Academy Charter, their loss was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Chelsea will take on Revere at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Excel Academy Charter, they will head out on the road to challenge Notre Dame Cristo Rey at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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