Marcellus extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 1-7-1 in the process. They lost 12-0 to the Cortland Purple Tigers. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Mustangs have suffered since May 23, 2024.
As for Cortland, the victory was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 7-1. Considering they have won four matches by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Cortland's part, Cal Albright made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Albright has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Cortland got a massive performance out of Zach Muir, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. That's the most RBI Muir has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Jaheim Robinson, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and one RBI.
Coincidentally, Marcellus and Cortland will both be playing Skaneateles the next time they take the field. The Mustangs will host the Lakers at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, while the Purple Tigers will head out to face them at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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