Albertus Magnus came tearing into Monday's match with ten straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They walked away with a 7-2 victory over Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy.
Albertus Magnus got a great performance from Charles Zuppe as he struck out nine batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits.
On the hitting side, Connor Benvenuto was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-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. The team also got some help courtesy of Tyler Wein, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Albertus Magnus' win was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 13-1. As for Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 4-1.
Albertus Magnus will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against New Rochelle at 5:00 p.m. Albertus Magnus is facing New Rochelle at the right time seeing as New Rochelle is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against Dodge Vocational at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy's pitching crew has only allowed 3.2 runs per game this season, so Dodge Vocational's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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