Old Forge can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Tuesday. They blew past the Holy Cross Crusaders 9-1. Old Forge's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Joseph Granko was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk). Granko was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with a double and an RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jake Iacavazzi, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3. 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. Another player making a difference was Frank Pero, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3.
Like Old Forge, Holy Cross also got a great game from a two-way player: Ryan Georgetti. He tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Georgetti was also big at the plate, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases.
In other batting news, AJ Piestrak was cooking despite his team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run.
Old Forge made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4. As for Holy Cross, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Old Forge will be playing at home against Honesdale at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Old Forge's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Honesdale's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Holy Cross, they will head out on the road to face off against Western Wayne at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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