Platt never let their opponents score on Monday. They were the clear victor by an 18-0 margin over the Middletown Blue Dragons. Platt's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Brandon Candelora made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Candelora was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 4-for-4.
In other batting news, Jefferson Rosario Evangelista and Zack Baker did most of the damage at the plate: Rosario Evangelista went 4-for-5 with a home run, six RBI, and two runs, while Baker went 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Another player making a difference was Jayden Gaither, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
The win got Platt back to even at 2-2. As for Middletown, their loss dropped their record down to 3-3.
Platt didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next game, a 7-6 defeat vs. Lyman Hall on the 17th. As for Middletown, they will head out on the road to take on Coginchaug Regional at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Middletown is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
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