After two failed weekend tournaments, the team is ready to compete in their own tournament this weekend, hosted by the Mississauga North Baseball Association.
It is the start of a beautiful weekend here in Toronto with temperatures reaching 29 degrees...which, to me, means it will be very hot!
The first game was scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. but when we arrived on the field for practice, we could see the other two teams still playing. We arrived just in time to see the first run in that game being scored/stolen, for the Cardinals. Yes, it's RY Cardinals...Aaron's former team...against Barrie Red Sox. The majority of the Cardinals' boys are still on the team and we ran into a few of the parents whom we spent the last Summer with. The Cardinals ended up taking the win at the end of the game. Good luck for the rest of the tournament, Cardinals!
Game 1 - Tigers vs. Bolton Braves...Friday, July 10, 2015
It is the start of a beautiful weekend here in Toronto with temperatures reaching 29 degrees...which, to me, means it will be very hot!
The first game was scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. but when we arrived on the field for practice, we could see the other two teams still playing. We arrived just in time to see the first run in that game being scored/stolen, for the Cardinals. Yes, it's RY Cardinals...Aaron's former team...against Barrie Red Sox. The majority of the Cardinals' boys are still on the team and we ran into a few of the parents whom we spent the last Summer with. The Cardinals ended up taking the win at the end of the game. Good luck for the rest of the tournament, Cardinals!
Game 1 - Tigers vs. Bolton Braves...Friday, July 10, 2015
For our first game we played at our home field, Rivergrove. The game started just at 8:15 p.m. and the Tigers took the field first, with # 19 on the mound and Aaron covering second. The first batter hits and is safe on first; the second hits and is also safe; the third hits and he's safe, 1 run is scored and a runner is out at home. The fourth batter walks and the fifth hits and it's a beautiful double play by our short stop!
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| Covering Second Base... |
Bottom of the first and our first and second batters both strike out; the third is hit with a pitch and walks; the fourth walks; and the fifth hits but is thrown out at first.
Number 19 is back on the mound for the top of the second. The first batter strikes out; the second hits to third but our defence couldn't get the out. The third batter hits to short and it's another error by our defence and the batter is safe on first (but loses a cleat)! The fourth batter walks...and the bases are loaded. The fifth batter hits and is safe, 1 run is scored, and the bases are still loaded! The sixth batter strikes out and the seventh had strike 3 but the Umpire didn't call it, and 1 run is stolen. The batter ended up striking out anyway!
Our first batter goes up and strikes out; the second hits right towards first and he's out; the third has a nice hit and is safe on first. Aaron goes up and walks on a full count. The fifth batter also walks...and the bases are loaded; the sixth bater hits a nice one in left field and 2 runs come in, including Aaron's. The third runner coming home is tagged out to end the inning.
The same defence heads back out on the field. The Braves' first batter hits and it's caught in centre field; the second strikes out and the third hits but is out at first.
The Braves are also still using the same pitcher. Our first batter hits and is safe on first; the second has a nice hit but it's caught, and the runner is thrown out at second! The third batter walks; the fourth has a really nice hit but is safe only on first and the sixth batter pops up and is caught.
The fourth inning was another quick on for the Braves. Their first and second batters both strike out and the third hits but is out at first.
In the bottom of the fourth, the Braves still have the same pitcher and our first batter gets hit with a pitch and walks. Aaron goes up and hits a nice one in centre field but it's caught. The third batter strikes out but 1 run is scored on a wild pitch! The fourth batter walks and the fifth hits but is out at first.
Top of the fifth and the Braves' first batter hits right into the gloves of our first baseman. I am not sure how the second out happened but the third batter strikes out.
The Braves send out the same defence for the bottom of the fifth. Our first batter walks and wastes no time in stealing bases. Our second batter is up and the runner on base steals home on an overthrow to third! The second batter ends up walking and time is called for the Braves to change their pitcher. The third batter gets a nice hit in left field and is safe on second; the fourth hits right towards first base and is out but a run is scored; the fifth batter hits and is out at first, but another run is scored; and the sixth batter hits but is out at first.
Our boys head back to the same positions for the sixth inning. The Braves' first batter walks; the second hits and is caught in left field; the third gets a nice hit and is safe on first; the fourth hits but is out at first; and the fifth strikes out!
Bottom of the sixth and our first batter walks and time is called to put Aaron in his place. I am not sure why though! The second batter hits in left field and it's caught. The third batter is up and Aaron is able to score on a wild pitch; the batter walks and time is called. The Braves change their pitcher again! The fourth batter strikes out; the fifth batter gets hit with a pitch and walks; the sixth batter is also hit and the Umpire calls time. Game over due to the time limit and we take the first win! Way to go Tigers!!!
Game 2 - Tigers vs. London North...Saturday, July 11, 2015
We were back on the field at Lisgar Park at 9:30 a.m. for Game 2 in this tournament. The game was scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. but since RY Cardinals and another team were finishing up there games, it didn't begin until 11:10 a.m. This game Andy and I some time to drive around the area and run some errands.
By the time the game began it was already very hot and there isn't too many trees at this park so we had to bear the heat. Thankfully some of the parents walked with their tents so we had a little relief, but the humidity was another thing!
As the teams were warming up it was very obvious that these boys from London are some pretty big boys!
Our team went out on the field first, with # 34 on the mound and Aaron sitting. London's first batter walked; the second hits and is safe on first; the third and fourth both strike out and the fifth hits but it's caught in right field.
It was a quick end for our boys in the bottom of the first as all 3 batters went up and strike out!
The same defence went out for the second inning and London's first and second batters both walk. A run is scored on an overthrow to second. The third batter strikes out; the fourth hits and is safe on first but the runner going home is tagged our and our catcher injures his wrist and has to be replaced. The fifth batter strikes out the end the inning.
Bottom of the second and our first batter hits and is safe on second; the second batter hits and is safe on first; the third has a nice hit and is safe on second and 1 run is scored; and the fourth and fifth batters both strike out.
Top of the third and it's the same defence for us. London's first batter walks; the second hits right in the infield but because of an error our defence cannot get the out at first. The third batter hits, and his bat is broken, and because of another error he is safe and 1 run is scored! The fourth batter gets hit with pitch and walks...and the bases are loaded! The fifth batter strikes out; the sixth has a nice hit in right field, and it drops, and 2 runs come in! The seventh batter walks and another run is scored. Time is called and we change our pitcher to # 23. The eight batter walks; the ninth is caught in centre field and the tenth hits but is out at first. London scores 5 runs in this inning alone.
The third inning was another quick one for us as our first and second batters both strike out; the third hits and is safe on first and the fourth hits but the runner going to second is thrown out! OMG, we're not looking in the best shape right now!
Our boys head back our for the top of the fourth and London's first batter gets a nice hit in RF and heads to third where he is thrown out. Wow, good job boys! The second batter also gets a nice hit but he safe only on first; the third is caught infield; another nice hit from the fourth batter but because of an error he's safe on first! The fifth batter hits and is safe on first and 1 run is scored and the sixth batter is caught before they can score any more runs.
Bottom of the fourth also ended quickly as our first and second batters both pop up and are caught; the third hits and is safe on second; the fourth walks and the fifth strikes out!
Top of the fifth was over before we knew it. London's first batter strikes out; the second hits and is out at first and the third is caught!
Aaron finally makes an appearance in the bottom of the fifth when he goes up to bat and strikes out! Our second batter also strikes out and time is called...for London to change their pitcher. Apparently he is maxed out with his pitch count. The change of pitcher didn't help us as our third batter pops up and is caught.
Aaron heads out with the team, to cover second base in the 6th inning. London's first batter strikes out; the second hits right towards Aaron and he's out at first; the third walks and the fourth hits but is out at first.
We really need some runs now if we are going to win this! Our first batter walks; the second hits and is safe on first; the third walks...and the bases are loaded! The fourth pops up and is out; the fifth walks...and 1 run comes in. The sixth batter hits a nice one and 2 more runs come in but the runner at third is tagged out! Aaron goes up and hits and is safe on first; the eight batter walks...and the bases are loaded again! The ninth batter hits and is safe, and 1 more run is scored. Time is called for London to change their pitcher again. The next batter goes up and strikes out...leaving our much needed runs on the bases! London takes the win with a score of 8-5!
We have a short break so we headed over to Swiss Chalet for lunch before driving over to Meadowvale Park for our next game!
Game 3 - Tigers vs. North Toronto A's...Saturday, July 11, 2015
We headed over to Meadowvale which is a short drive from the other field and again RY Cardinals were finishing up their game. The boys had a bit of time to relax a bit and get in some practice while we waited for the other team to arrive.
It's funny how things work out in life. This next team is one of the teams that Aaron tried out for and they offered him a spot the next morning. I remember having to make excuses to the Coach because we were waiting for him to complete other tryouts before making a decision. This afternoon he is facing these boys...who could have been his teammates had we taken the offer!
Game 3 didn't begin until 2:30 p.m. and we were taking the field first. The boys headed out with # 1 on the mound and Aaron covering second base.
The A's first batter hits, right towards Aaron, and he's out at first; the second batter hits and is caught at third; the third walks and the fourth hits and is out at first.
Our first batter gets a nice hit but is only safe on first; the second strikes out; the third is caught in centre field; the fourth hits and is safe on first and 1 run is scored; and the fifth hits but is out at first.
The same defence head back out for the top of the second. The A's first batter hits one in centre field and it's caught but 2 of our boys collide and one is on the ground! It's the same kid from last night. After a few minutes he has to be helped off the field and he'll sit out the rest of the game. We are now using our last reserve player...let's hope there are no more injuries! The second batter strikes out; the third hits and is safe on second; the fourth hits and is safe on first; the fifth hits and our defence cannot get the out or stop the run from being scored! The sixth batter gets a nice hit in left field and another run is scored; and the seventh batter pops up and is caught to get us out of this inning.
Bottom of the second and our first batter strikes out; Aaron goes and a strikes out after fouling a few; the third pops up and is caught and the fourth strikes out!
It was 3 up 3 down for the A's in the third inning, when their first and second batters both strike out and the third hits but is out at first.
In the bottom of the third our first batter hits but it's caught in centre field; the second and third both walk; the fourth gets a nice hit...and the bases are loaded; the fifth hits and is safe on first, and 1 run is scored, but the runner is out at second; and the sixth batter is caught.
We send back the same defence for the top of the fourth. The A's first batter strikes out; the second hits right towards Aaron and he's out at first; the third walks and the fourth hits towards third and is our at first.
Bottom of the fourth and our first batter hits right into the gloves of the A's short. Aaron goes up and hits the very first pitch and he's safe on first; the third batter hits and is also safe on first and then the next two both hit and are caught!
Top of the fifth was another quick inning for the A's as their first batter is caught; the second walks; the third hits to short, who then throws to Aaron to get the out at second...but there wasn't enough time to get the double play, so the batter is safe on first. The fourth batter hits and is safe on first and then the fifth pops up and it's caught.
We're back at Lisgar Park for the Quarter-Finals. We arrive there to find Scarborough relaxing on the filed but they are not our opponent. They are also waiting to see who they will be facing next...as some of the games are still going on.
Andy decided to head home to feed Reece as we realize it will be a long night for us.
After a little while, Scarborough left and shortly thereafter, Thornhill Reds began arriving...so we know who we're facing now!
The game finally begins at 7:30 p.m. and we're up to bat first. Our first batter hits but is out at first; the second strikes out. The third batter fouls one off his foot and he falls...this is the same kid who hurt his hand earlier today...he ends up hitting and is safe on first. The fourth batter gets hit with a pitch and walks and the fifth strikes out!
Number 13 heads out to the mound and Aaron covers second as the boys head out on the field. The first batter gets hit with the very first pitch...and he walks; the second is caught in right field; the third walks; the fourth hits right towards short, who throws to Aaron and then Aaron throws to first to the get the double play. Way to go Aaron!
In the top of the second, our first batter hits but is out at first; the second has a nice hit in centre field but it's caught. Aaron goes up and after 2 strikes, he hits a nice on and it's a close call on first but he's safe; and then the fourth batter gets caught!
Bottom of the second and the Reds' first batter is caught; the second walks; the runner on base is thrown out and then the third batter strikes out.
The weather is much cooler now that it is later in the evening.
Our first batter goes up in the top of the third and gets a walk; the second hits right towards second and the Reds get the double play and then the third batter hits and is out at first! Oh man, these innings are ending really fast.
We're already in the bottom of the third and the Reds' first batter hits right towards Aaron and he gets the out at first...but the Umpire calls catcher's interference, so the batter is safe! That made no sense to me at all! The second batter is caught; the third hits right towards Aaron but he couldn't get the ball in time for the double play. The fourth batter hits another one in the infield and it's another error at first so the batter is safe...and the bases are loaded. The fifth batter pops up and is caught by our pitcher...it would have been an infield fly anyway; and then the sixth batter strikes out, leaving the bases loaded! Thank God...that could have been a disaster.
It's still a scoreless game as we enter the fourth inning. All three of our batters hit right to short and they are all out at first!
The Reds' first batter hits but is out at first; the second is up to bat and our catcher gets hit on his foot with a pitch...the same kid who hurt his wrist and fouled a ball on his foot), the batter ends up walking; the third hits right towards Aaron and it's another double play!
It was another quick end to the top of the fifth as our first batter hits and is safe on first; the second hits and is safe on first, but the runner is out at second; Aaron goes up and strikes out after fouling a couple and the fourth batter is caught.
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| Don't hit that...and he walks! |
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| Scoring his first run in the tourney! |
The Braves are also still using the same pitcher. Our first batter hits and is safe on first; the second has a nice hit but it's caught, and the runner is thrown out at second! The third batter walks; the fourth has a really nice hit but is safe only on first and the sixth batter pops up and is caught.
The fourth inning was another quick on for the Braves. Their first and second batters both strike out and the third hits but is out at first.
In the bottom of the fourth, the Braves still have the same pitcher and our first batter gets hit with a pitch and walks. Aaron goes up and hits a nice one in centre field but it's caught. The third batter strikes out but 1 run is scored on a wild pitch! The fourth batter walks and the fifth hits but is out at first.
Top of the fifth and the Braves' first batter hits right into the gloves of our first baseman. I am not sure how the second out happened but the third batter strikes out.
The Braves send out the same defence for the bottom of the fifth. Our first batter walks and wastes no time in stealing bases. Our second batter is up and the runner on base steals home on an overthrow to third! The second batter ends up walking and time is called for the Braves to change their pitcher. The third batter gets a nice hit in left field and is safe on second; the fourth hits right towards first base and is out but a run is scored; the fifth batter hits and is out at first, but another run is scored; and the sixth batter hits but is out at first.
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| Keep your eyes on that ball... |
Bottom of the sixth and our first batter walks and time is called to put Aaron in his place. I am not sure why though! The second batter hits in left field and it's caught. The third batter is up and Aaron is able to score on a wild pitch; the batter walks and time is called. The Braves change their pitcher again! The fourth batter strikes out; the fifth batter gets hit with a pitch and walks; the sixth batter is also hit and the Umpire calls time. Game over due to the time limit and we take the first win! Way to go Tigers!!!
Game 2 - Tigers vs. London North...Saturday, July 11, 2015
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| Let's get this game started... |
By the time the game began it was already very hot and there isn't too many trees at this park so we had to bear the heat. Thankfully some of the parents walked with their tents so we had a little relief, but the humidity was another thing!
As the teams were warming up it was very obvious that these boys from London are some pretty big boys!
Our team went out on the field first, with # 34 on the mound and Aaron sitting. London's first batter walked; the second hits and is safe on first; the third and fourth both strike out and the fifth hits but it's caught in right field.
It was a quick end for our boys in the bottom of the first as all 3 batters went up and strike out!
The same defence went out for the second inning and London's first and second batters both walk. A run is scored on an overthrow to second. The third batter strikes out; the fourth hits and is safe on first but the runner going home is tagged our and our catcher injures his wrist and has to be replaced. The fifth batter strikes out the end the inning.
Bottom of the second and our first batter hits and is safe on second; the second batter hits and is safe on first; the third has a nice hit and is safe on second and 1 run is scored; and the fourth and fifth batters both strike out.
Top of the third and it's the same defence for us. London's first batter walks; the second hits right in the infield but because of an error our defence cannot get the out at first. The third batter hits, and his bat is broken, and because of another error he is safe and 1 run is scored! The fourth batter gets hit with pitch and walks...and the bases are loaded! The fifth batter strikes out; the sixth has a nice hit in right field, and it drops, and 2 runs come in! The seventh batter walks and another run is scored. Time is called and we change our pitcher to # 23. The eight batter walks; the ninth is caught in centre field and the tenth hits but is out at first. London scores 5 runs in this inning alone.
The third inning was another quick one for us as our first and second batters both strike out; the third hits and is safe on first and the fourth hits but the runner going to second is thrown out! OMG, we're not looking in the best shape right now!
Our boys head back our for the top of the fourth and London's first batter gets a nice hit in RF and heads to third where he is thrown out. Wow, good job boys! The second batter also gets a nice hit but he safe only on first; the third is caught infield; another nice hit from the fourth batter but because of an error he's safe on first! The fifth batter hits and is safe on first and 1 run is scored and the sixth batter is caught before they can score any more runs.
Bottom of the fourth also ended quickly as our first and second batters both pop up and are caught; the third hits and is safe on second; the fourth walks and the fifth strikes out!
Top of the fifth was over before we knew it. London's first batter strikes out; the second hits and is out at first and the third is caught!
Aaron finally makes an appearance in the bottom of the fifth when he goes up to bat and strikes out! Our second batter also strikes out and time is called...for London to change their pitcher. Apparently he is maxed out with his pitch count. The change of pitcher didn't help us as our third batter pops up and is caught.
Aaron heads out with the team, to cover second base in the 6th inning. London's first batter strikes out; the second hits right towards Aaron and he's out at first; the third walks and the fourth hits but is out at first.
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| In his position... |
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| Safe on Second! |
Game 3 - Tigers vs. North Toronto A's...Saturday, July 11, 2015
We headed over to Meadowvale which is a short drive from the other field and again RY Cardinals were finishing up their game. The boys had a bit of time to relax a bit and get in some practice while we waited for the other team to arrive.
It's funny how things work out in life. This next team is one of the teams that Aaron tried out for and they offered him a spot the next morning. I remember having to make excuses to the Coach because we were waiting for him to complete other tryouts before making a decision. This afternoon he is facing these boys...who could have been his teammates had we taken the offer!
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| Getting some practice in... |
The A's first batter hits, right towards Aaron, and he's out at first; the second batter hits and is caught at third; the third walks and the fourth hits and is out at first.
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| Good Defence... |
The same defence head back out for the top of the second. The A's first batter hits one in centre field and it's caught but 2 of our boys collide and one is on the ground! It's the same kid from last night. After a few minutes he has to be helped off the field and he'll sit out the rest of the game. We are now using our last reserve player...let's hope there are no more injuries! The second batter strikes out; the third hits and is safe on second; the fourth hits and is safe on first; the fifth hits and our defence cannot get the out or stop the run from being scored! The sixth batter gets a nice hit in left field and another run is scored; and the seventh batter pops up and is caught to get us out of this inning.
Bottom of the second and our first batter strikes out; Aaron goes and a strikes out after fouling a few; the third pops up and is caught and the fourth strikes out!
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| Straighten out that hit... |
In the bottom of the third our first batter hits but it's caught in centre field; the second and third both walk; the fourth gets a nice hit...and the bases are loaded; the fifth hits and is safe on first, and 1 run is scored, but the runner is out at second; and the sixth batter is caught.
We send back the same defence for the top of the fourth. The A's first batter strikes out; the second hits right towards Aaron and he's out at first; the third walks and the fourth hits towards third and is our at first.
Bottom of the fourth and our first batter hits right into the gloves of the A's short. Aaron goes up and hits the very first pitch and he's safe on first; the third batter hits and is also safe on first and then the next two both hit and are caught!
Top of the fifth was another quick inning for the A's as their first batter is caught; the second walks; the third hits to short, who then throws to Aaron to get the out at second...but there wasn't enough time to get the double play, so the batter is safe on first. The fourth batter hits and is safe on first and then the fifth pops up and it's caught.
We're in the bottom of the fifth and the game is still tied at 2 runs each. Our first batter hits and is safe on first; the second hits but the Umpire calls it an illegal contact and he's out; the third hits and is safe on first; the fourth hits but is out at first, and 1 run is scored. Another run is scored on a wild pitch. The fifth batter hits and is safe and then Aaron goes up and hits but it's caught, and the inning is over.
We're still using the same pitcher for the top of the sixth. The A's first batter hits toward third, and our defence overthrows the ball to first, so he's safe; the second batter is up but the catcher's gloves interfers so he walks; the third hits and Aaron jumps and gets the ball but no one is there to cover for the double play! The fourth batter hits and it's another nice grab from Aaron to get the out and then he gets the double play by throwing to first! Wow!!!
Bottom of the sixth and our first and second batters both hit and are safe; the third hits and is safe and 1 run comes in; the fourth also hits and is safe and another run comes in. Time is called and the A's change their pitcher. The fifth batter is up and the catcher overthrows to second and 1 run comes in. The batter walks; the sixth batter is up but the runner at third is thrown out. The batter hits and is safe on first and 1 more run is scored. The seventh batter hits and is safe. Aaron goes up and hits and is safe on first and brings in 2 RBI's! The ninth batter is up when the A's catcher tries to throw Aaron out on first and he overthrows...and Aaron is able to run all the way home! The batter then strikes out to end the inning!
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| Here he comes...cruzing in! |
Top of the seventh and it looks like we got this game already...the score is 11-2. The A's first batter gets a nice hit but is safe only on first; the second and third are caught and the fourth hits but are out at first.
Game over as we don't have to bat. We move on to the Quarter-finals, and unfortunately the A's are headed home. Game 4 in less than 2 hours!
Quarter-Finals (Game 4) - Tigers vs. Thornhill Reds...Sat., July 11, 2015
We're back at Lisgar Park for the Quarter-Finals. We arrive there to find Scarborough relaxing on the filed but they are not our opponent. They are also waiting to see who they will be facing next...as some of the games are still going on.
Andy decided to head home to feed Reece as we realize it will be a long night for us.
After a little while, Scarborough left and shortly thereafter, Thornhill Reds began arriving...so we know who we're facing now!
The game finally begins at 7:30 p.m. and we're up to bat first. Our first batter hits but is out at first; the second strikes out. The third batter fouls one off his foot and he falls...this is the same kid who hurt his hand earlier today...he ends up hitting and is safe on first. The fourth batter gets hit with a pitch and walks and the fifth strikes out!
Number 13 heads out to the mound and Aaron covers second as the boys head out on the field. The first batter gets hit with the very first pitch...and he walks; the second is caught in right field; the third walks; the fourth hits right towards short, who throws to Aaron and then Aaron throws to first to the get the double play. Way to go Aaron!
In the top of the second, our first batter hits but is out at first; the second has a nice hit in centre field but it's caught. Aaron goes up and after 2 strikes, he hits a nice on and it's a close call on first but he's safe; and then the fourth batter gets caught!
Bottom of the second and the Reds' first batter is caught; the second walks; the runner on base is thrown out and then the third batter strikes out.
The weather is much cooler now that it is later in the evening.
Our first batter goes up in the top of the third and gets a walk; the second hits right towards second and the Reds get the double play and then the third batter hits and is out at first! Oh man, these innings are ending really fast.
We're already in the bottom of the third and the Reds' first batter hits right towards Aaron and he gets the out at first...but the Umpire calls catcher's interference, so the batter is safe! That made no sense to me at all! The second batter is caught; the third hits right towards Aaron but he couldn't get the ball in time for the double play. The fourth batter hits another one in the infield and it's another error at first so the batter is safe...and the bases are loaded. The fifth batter pops up and is caught by our pitcher...it would have been an infield fly anyway; and then the sixth batter strikes out, leaving the bases loaded! Thank God...that could have been a disaster.
It's still a scoreless game as we enter the fourth inning. All three of our batters hit right to short and they are all out at first!
The Reds' first batter hits but is out at first; the second is up to bat and our catcher gets hit on his foot with a pitch...the same kid who hurt his wrist and fouled a ball on his foot), the batter ends up walking; the third hits right towards Aaron and it's another double play!
It was another quick end to the top of the fifth as our first batter hits and is safe on first; the second hits and is safe on first, but the runner is out at second; Aaron goes up and strikes out after fouling a couple and the fourth batter is caught.
MORE HIGHLIGHTS COMING SOON!
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| Congratulations to our Team... for games well played and a well deserved win. |
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