Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Rowley 15 - Ipswich 3
The Rams picked up the win behind another strong effort from Nick Liguori(6IP, 7H,3BB and9 K's) on the mound. Rowley was led offensively by Dave Mariani, Andrew Barba and Joe White who all had 3 hits and 2R. Smolla took the loss for the Chiefs who were led offensively by Knox (1H,SB,R) and Michael (2b,RBI, R). Rowley is off until next Wednesday and Ipswich until next Tuesday.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Generals top Mariners 6-4
Mike Drinkwater pitched a complete game to earn the victory for the Generals allowing only 4 runs, 8 hits, and recording 7 k's. Bell started for the Mariners and was charged with the loss in four innings of work.
The Generals got on the board first in the top of first after completing a successful double steal. The Mariners stormed back in the bottom half with 3 runs to take the lead. The Mariners started the game with 3 consecutive singles. Cain delivered a sac-fly, and was followed by a 2-run Maki double off the left field fence. The score remained 3-1 until the fourth inning where the Generals got 5 runs.
Jim Love recorded an RBI FC to break the ice. Jered Stewart then delivered a two out RBI single to keep the inning alive, which was followed by a Bryan Vitale 3-run HR. The Mariners got another in the sixth to close the gap to 6-4 on back-to-back doubles from Maki and Buckley. In the seventh the Mariners got runners on second and third to make things interesting, but Drinkwater was able to shut the door and record a strikeout to end the game and earn the complete game victory.
The two teams meet again Thursday at Patton Park.
The Generals got on the board first in the top of first after completing a successful double steal. The Mariners stormed back in the bottom half with 3 runs to take the lead. The Mariners started the game with 3 consecutive singles. Cain delivered a sac-fly, and was followed by a 2-run Maki double off the left field fence. The score remained 3-1 until the fourth inning where the Generals got 5 runs.
Jim Love recorded an RBI FC to break the ice. Jered Stewart then delivered a two out RBI single to keep the inning alive, which was followed by a Bryan Vitale 3-run HR. The Mariners got another in the sixth to close the gap to 6-4 on back-to-back doubles from Maki and Buckley. In the seventh the Mariners got runners on second and third to make things interesting, but Drinkwater was able to shut the door and record a strikeout to end the game and earn the complete game victory.
The two teams meet again Thursday at Patton Park.
Makeup Game
Rockport @ Hamilton makeup game is scheduled for July 20th at Patton Park, 5:45pm start.
Rescheduled Game
The Ipswich-Manchester game for Monday, July 5th has been rescheduled to Wednesday, July 21st at Bialek Park in Ipswich.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Ipswich 11 - Rowley 11
Ipswich and Rowley battled the heat on Monday night but were left with a tie after both offenses erupted for 11 runs each. Rowley jumped out to an early lead on scoring 3 runs in the 2nd, 3rd and fourth innings. Ralph Renzulli paced the Rams offense with 4 hits including a 2 run triple in the 4th. The Rams offense was very balanced as a 7 of the starters had at least one hit, while Conte, Bolla, Esposito, and Vigiotti all chipped in with two hits each.
However, after the Rams scored their last two runs in the 5th, the Chiefs offense came alive. Rowley's starter, Martin, had kept the Chiefs quiet through 5, allowing only 3 runs and scattering 4 hits . Things finally got going in the 6th for the Chiefs when they sent eight men to the plate, scoring 5, highlighted by a based loaded single by Montecalvo and a 3-run Homer by Dave Shoreman.
Chris Lane then came in to pitch a 1-2-3 seventh to give the Chiefs one more chance. Ipswich was then able to get the first three men on with a walk, error, and HBP. After Rowley's closer was able to get the next two batters on a Fielders choice and a K, the Chiefs were left with men on 2nd and 3rd with 2 out and still down by two. Montecalvo then drove a double to left center scoring two to tie the game. Rowley intentionally walked Shoreman and were finally able to retire the side leaving the two teams with a hard fought draw.
The Chiefs also had some help from Travis Doty who blasted his 1st HR of the year in the fourth and Andy knox was a solid lead off for the Chiefs getting on base 3 out 5 times. The Rams offense seemed to like the heat as they finished the game with 15 hits including 4 doubles and a triple. The two teams will go at it again on Wednesday in Rowley.
However, after the Rams scored their last two runs in the 5th, the Chiefs offense came alive. Rowley's starter, Martin, had kept the Chiefs quiet through 5, allowing only 3 runs and scattering 4 hits . Things finally got going in the 6th for the Chiefs when they sent eight men to the plate, scoring 5, highlighted by a based loaded single by Montecalvo and a 3-run Homer by Dave Shoreman.
Chris Lane then came in to pitch a 1-2-3 seventh to give the Chiefs one more chance. Ipswich was then able to get the first three men on with a walk, error, and HBP. After Rowley's closer was able to get the next two batters on a Fielders choice and a K, the Chiefs were left with men on 2nd and 3rd with 2 out and still down by two. Montecalvo then drove a double to left center scoring two to tie the game. Rowley intentionally walked Shoreman and were finally able to retire the side leaving the two teams with a hard fought draw.
The Chiefs also had some help from Travis Doty who blasted his 1st HR of the year in the fourth and Andy knox was a solid lead off for the Chiefs getting on base 3 out 5 times. The Rams offense seemed to like the heat as they finished the game with 15 hits including 4 doubles and a triple. The two teams will go at it again on Wednesday in Rowley.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Ipswich - 13, Beverly - 8
The Chiefs jumped out to an 11 to 1 lead through 3 innings. The Giants staged a mid-game rally cutting the lead to 11 to 7 in the 5th inning but fell short.
Dave Shoreman earned the victory on the mound. Joe Gill was charged with the loss.
The Chiefs offense was led by Tom Radzim (3 for 4, HR, 5RBI), Ryan Montecalvo (2 for 5, RBI), and Shoreman (2 for 4, 3Runs).
The Giants had strong performances from Brendan Fullerton (2 for 4, 3B, 2RBI), Kevin Harutunian (2 for 3, 2SB, 2Runs), and Corey Williams (1 for 3, 3B).
The two teams meet again Sunday night at Cooney Field.
Dave Shoreman earned the victory on the mound. Joe Gill was charged with the loss.
The Chiefs offense was led by Tom Radzim (3 for 4, HR, 5RBI), Ryan Montecalvo (2 for 5, RBI), and Shoreman (2 for 4, 3Runs).
The Giants had strong performances from Brendan Fullerton (2 for 4, 3B, 2RBI), Kevin Harutunian (2 for 3, 2SB, 2Runs), and Corey Williams (1 for 3, 3B).
The two teams meet again Sunday night at Cooney Field.
Funchion Pitches Generals to Victory
The Hamilton Generals defeated the Topsfield Tories last night on the arm of veteran Judd Funchion. Funchion pitched a complete game allowing only one run and scattering 8 hits. The only blemish was a Hittenger solo HR in the 4th inning. The Generals put up five runs but really put the pressure on the home team most of the night as they seemed to be threatening a big rally in most innings. Lampkin pitched great for the Tories and really worked out of some tough jams, helping himself out with a few great defensive plays on the mound. Ultimately he was charged with the loss in the Generals 5-1 win.Offensively the Generals were led by Bryan Vitale (2-4, HR, 4 RBI) who delivered a 3-run HR in the third and a RBI single in the fourth. Rookie Jim Love also had a great game at the plate recording 2 hits and a RBI, while Mark Ruggiero was 3-4 with 2 doubles. Lampkin had 3 hits, Hatfield two, and Hittenger recorded the HR to pace the Tories offense. The win moves the Generals to 5-4 on the season, the Tories fall to 1-7-1.
Friday, June 25, 2010
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Generals over Tories 4-0
The Generals pulled out a nice win against the Tories on Thursday night. The game got underway a bit late because of the rain, but moved very quickly after that as all the pitchers were attacking the strike zone. Mike Drinkwater and Jeff Jensen combined for the shut out win for the Generals. Jensen pitched 6 innings allowing only two hits, 1 BB, and recording 6 K's.The Generals got off to a fast start with 3 straight hits. Love & Tilley got singles that were followed by a Maloney RBI double and a J. Stewart sac-fly. The score stayed 2-0 until the bottom of the 6th where the Generals were able to add two insurance runs. Connor Sullivan got an RBI double and Mark Ruggiero added another sac-fly to give the Generals a bit of a cushion heading in to the final inning. Jensen retired the side in order in the seventh to end the game. Jim Love led the way for the Generals with two hits. Hatfield had two hits for the Tories to pace their offense. The two teams meet again Friday in Topsfield.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Rams 3 - Mariners 2
After dropping a 6-1 decision Tuesday night the Rams bounced back with a 3-2 win at Eiras Field Wednesday night. Nick liguori and Mike Gibbon locked into a pitcher's duel that would not be decided until the bottom of the 7th when Rowley won the game on an Andrew Barba sac fly to left field. Liguori pitched 6 1/3 innings giving up 2R on 7H, 1BB and 12k's before giving way to Joe Katin with 2 on in the 7th. Katin retired the only 2 batters he faced to earn the win. Gibbon was equally tough surrendering just 2 R through 5 on 6H, 1BB and 5 K's. Offensively for Rowley Renzulli and Barba led the way with 2 hits each while Graham and Cahill had 2 hits for Manchester Essex. Both teams are off until Monday when Rowley visits Ipswich and the Mariners take on Beverly at home.
MakeUp game
Rockport will host Manchester on July 11th in a doubleheader.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Beverly - 17, Hamilton - 8
The Giants jumped out to a 9 to 0 lead in the top of the 2nd inning. The Generals cut the lead to 9 to 6 in the bottom of the 2nd. However, the Giants built the lead back up to 17 to 6 by the middle of the 6th. Hamilton managed 2 more runs in the bottom of the 6th before the game was called for darkness.
Rocky Pisa got the 6 inning complete game victory allowing 8 runs (2 earned) on 6 hits, 3 walks, and 3 hit batters while striking out 3. Luke Painchaud was charged with the loss.
John Boyle led the Giants' attack going 2 for 3 with 2HR and 6RBI. Also contributing were Sean Mitchell (3 for 4, 2RBI), Nick Adams (2 for 4, 2RBI), and Derek Scialdone (2 for 4, RBI).
For Hamilton, Jim Maloney hit a grand slam, while Conor Sullivan (2 for 2) and Mark Provost (2 for 3, RBI) contributed.
Rocky Pisa got the 6 inning complete game victory allowing 8 runs (2 earned) on 6 hits, 3 walks, and 3 hit batters while striking out 3. Luke Painchaud was charged with the loss.
John Boyle led the Giants' attack going 2 for 3 with 2HR and 6RBI. Also contributing were Sean Mitchell (3 for 4, 2RBI), Nick Adams (2 for 4, 2RBI), and Derek Scialdone (2 for 4, RBI).
For Hamilton, Jim Maloney hit a grand slam, while Conor Sullivan (2 for 2) and Mark Provost (2 for 3, RBI) contributed.
Ipswich 5 - Rockport 3
Ipswich salvaged a split of the series yesterday evening with a home win against Rockport. Chris Lane started the game for the Chiefs giving them two strong scoreless innings. The solid pitching continued when Tyler Hammond came in for his first appearance of the season, giving the chiefs 4 great innings, surrendering only 3 runs on 5 hits, while striking out 5. Kevin Michael came in to close the game out pitching a scoreless 7th, although Rockport did not make it easy as they left the bases loaded to end the game.
The chiefs offense was paced by Ant Hernadez who continued his hot streak with two more hits and Rick Sotiropoulos chipped in two hits as well, but solo home runs by Tom Radzim (1-1, HR, BB, 2RBIs) and James Lampropoulos put the Chiefs ahead for good. Rockport's pitcher, Osmond, scattered 5 runs over 6 innings and was stuck with a tough loss on a good pitching performance. Rockport's offense was led by Anderson and Brent Currier who each had two hits each.
The Chiefs play next on a rare Friday night home game with their first match up against Beverly this year.
The chiefs offense was paced by Ant Hernadez who continued his hot streak with two more hits and Rick Sotiropoulos chipped in two hits as well, but solo home runs by Tom Radzim (1-1, HR, BB, 2RBIs) and James Lampropoulos put the Chiefs ahead for good. Rockport's pitcher, Osmond, scattered 5 runs over 6 innings and was stuck with a tough loss on a good pitching performance. Rockport's offense was led by Anderson and Brent Currier who each had two hits each.
The Chiefs play next on a rare Friday night home game with their first match up against Beverly this year.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Rockport 3 Ipswich 2
The Rockport Townies defeated the Chiefs of Ipswich by a score of 3-2 on a humid night at Evans Field in Rockport.
Matt Sharon picked up his second win on the season going the distance (7Ks, 2BBs, 8Hits, and 2ER). The Townies offense was paced by Mike Anderson (2-3, 1rbi), Juncker (1-3, rbi and rs) and Jeremy Spittle (1-2, rbi).
Ipswich got a good performance from Doucette going the distance (4Ks, 2BBs, 8Hits, and 3 runs) Dylan Durning (2-3 2b, rbi, rs), Kevin Michael (2-3, rbi) and Ryan Montecalvo (1b, rs) paced the Chiefs offense.
Rockport visits Ipswich tonight... first pitch 5:45
Matt Sharon picked up his second win on the season going the distance (7Ks, 2BBs, 8Hits, and 2ER). The Townies offense was paced by Mike Anderson (2-3, 1rbi), Juncker (1-3, rbi and rs) and Jeremy Spittle (1-2, rbi).
Ipswich got a good performance from Doucette going the distance (4Ks, 2BBs, 8Hits, and 3 runs) Dylan Durning (2-3 2b, rbi, rs), Kevin Michael (2-3, rbi) and Ryan Montecalvo (1b, rs) paced the Chiefs offense.
Rockport visits Ipswich tonight... first pitch 5:45
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Beverly - 8, Hamilton - 7
The Generals jumped out to a 7 to 0 lead in the top of the 5th but the Giants stormed back with 8 runs for the victory.
Hamilton scored 3 runs in the first on a run scoring double by Mark Ruggerio and an RBI single by Jim Maloney followed by a run scoring wild pitch. The Generals scored 4 more in the 5th following 3 walks when Andre Painchaud hit a sacrifice fly and Ruggerio followed with a 3 run bomb.
Beverly finally was able to score in the bottom of the fifth, scoring 6 runs to cut the lead to one. Mike Freni knocked in the first run, followed by a two run single by Brian Chirco, a two run double by Chris Freni, and a one run single by Sean Mitchell.
After Giants' reliever Sean Martin worked his way out of a bases loaded situation in the top of the 6th, the Giants scored one run in the bottom half to tie the game. Nick Adams led off with a double and scored on a single by Derek Scialdone.
Martin pitched a scoreless top of the 7th with help from a 6-4-3 double play. Beverly scored the game winning run in the bottom of the 7th courtesy of three rookies. Conor Walsh singled to lead off the inning, Sean Mitchell bunted him to second, and Corey Williams followed with a double over the center fielder's head for a walkoff victory.
Beverly improves to 4-2 and Hamilton falls to 3-3. The two teams meet for the third time this season Tuesday night in Hamilton.
Hamilton scored 3 runs in the first on a run scoring double by Mark Ruggerio and an RBI single by Jim Maloney followed by a run scoring wild pitch. The Generals scored 4 more in the 5th following 3 walks when Andre Painchaud hit a sacrifice fly and Ruggerio followed with a 3 run bomb.
Beverly finally was able to score in the bottom of the fifth, scoring 6 runs to cut the lead to one. Mike Freni knocked in the first run, followed by a two run single by Brian Chirco, a two run double by Chris Freni, and a one run single by Sean Mitchell.
After Giants' reliever Sean Martin worked his way out of a bases loaded situation in the top of the 6th, the Giants scored one run in the bottom half to tie the game. Nick Adams led off with a double and scored on a single by Derek Scialdone.
Martin pitched a scoreless top of the 7th with help from a 6-4-3 double play. Beverly scored the game winning run in the bottom of the 7th courtesy of three rookies. Conor Walsh singled to lead off the inning, Sean Mitchell bunted him to second, and Corey Williams followed with a double over the center fielder's head for a walkoff victory.
Beverly improves to 4-2 and Hamilton falls to 3-3. The two teams meet for the third time this season Tuesday night in Hamilton.
MARINERS AND TORIES TIE AT 4
Manchester/Essex and Topsfield played to a 4-4 tie this past friday at Proctor field in Topsfield. The Mariners got a few good innings from a number of different pitchers while the Tories asked Zack Lamkin to go the distance. Both teams played well defensively but struggled to find timely hitting, leaving runners in scoring position.
Friday, June 18, 2010
Rockport - 8, Beverly - 2
Brent Currier allowed 2 runs over 7 innings for the complete game victory in Rockport Friday night. Currier gave up 5 hits and 0 walks while striking out 5.
The Townies took a 4 to 1 lead in the bottom of the first after two outs were recorded. Two singles were followed by three straight doubles by Chris Bouchie, Tommy Robertson, and Jeremy Spittle to drive in the runs. The Townies added two more in the fourth and two more in the sixth for the 8 to 2 victory.
Offensively, the Townies were led by Tommy Robertson (2 for 2, RBI, 2BB, SB), Brent Currier (2 for 4, RBI), Dan Greel (2 for 4, RBI), Chris Bouchie (1 for 3, 3RBI) and Jeremy Spittle (2 for 4, RBI).
For Beverly, Rocky Pisa took the loss allowing 6 runs in 4 innings. The Giants offense was paced by Kevin Harutunian (2 for 3, 2R) and Jeff Barricelli (1 for 2, 2RBI).
Tommy Robertson made the defensive plays in the night in the 7th inning when he robbed Connor Walsh and Sean Kelleher of homeruns into the woods in centerfield.
The Townies took a 4 to 1 lead in the bottom of the first after two outs were recorded. Two singles were followed by three straight doubles by Chris Bouchie, Tommy Robertson, and Jeremy Spittle to drive in the runs. The Townies added two more in the fourth and two more in the sixth for the 8 to 2 victory.
Offensively, the Townies were led by Tommy Robertson (2 for 2, RBI, 2BB, SB), Brent Currier (2 for 4, RBI), Dan Greel (2 for 4, RBI), Chris Bouchie (1 for 3, 3RBI) and Jeremy Spittle (2 for 4, RBI).
For Beverly, Rocky Pisa took the loss allowing 6 runs in 4 innings. The Giants offense was paced by Kevin Harutunian (2 for 3, 2R) and Jeff Barricelli (1 for 2, 2RBI).
Tommy Robertson made the defensive plays in the night in the 7th inning when he robbed Connor Walsh and Sean Kelleher of homeruns into the woods in centerfield.
Make up Game
The rained out game between the Rowley Rams and Beverly Giants has been rescheduled for Friday, July 23rd at 5:45PM at Cooney Field in Beverly.
ITL in the News....
"Ipswich Chiefs baseball team brings back core group, hoping to snap out of 1-3 start"
By Joshua Boyd (Ipswich Chronicle)
"Fast start shows Mariners are team to beat in ITL in 2010"
By Jason Brisbois (Cape Ann Beacon)
"Pitching will be the key for Townies in 2010"
By Jason Brisbois (Cape Ann Beacon)
"Hamilton Generals ITL team returns to .500 mark"
By Dom Nicastro (HW Chronicle)
By Joshua Boyd (Ipswich Chronicle)
"Fast start shows Mariners are team to beat in ITL in 2010"
By Jason Brisbois (Cape Ann Beacon)
"Pitching will be the key for Townies in 2010"
By Jason Brisbois (Cape Ann Beacon)
"Hamilton Generals ITL team returns to .500 mark"
By Dom Nicastro (HW Chronicle)
Generals Over Chiefs, 9-1
Jeff Jensen went six strong innings for the Generals on a soggy night at Patton Park. Jensen allowed only one run while scattering 6 hits, and 1 BB. Kevin Michael was charged with the loss for the Chiefs. Cam Charette made his ITL debut for the Generals pitching one inning, allowing no hits and 1 BB. The win makes three in a row for the Generals who have benefited from some timely hitting lately.
The Generals got right on the board in the bottom of the first inning. Maloney led off with a double followed by a Provost 2-run HR to left. The score remained 2-0 until the fourth where the Generals put up 5 more. O'Leary led off the fifth with a double to get things started, followed by a Tilley BB. A little small ball and a fielder's choice brought home the first two. Provost got an RBI double, and Jered Stewart launched a 2-run HR into the pond to round out the inning.
The Chiefs scored in the top of the sixth. With two out Tom Radzim got a double and was brought home on a Michael single. Bodwell followed with a long double (back from retirement) that would have scored Michael from first in had not bounced over the fence. Jensen was able to settle down and record the final out, stifling the Chief's threat. In the sixth the Generals got two more. Jim Love scored on a bases loaded HBP, and Connor Sullivan got a sac-fly scoring Provost.
The Generals now face a big stretch with 4 games next week. The first is a Father's Day matchup in Beverly (5pm) start. Ipswich also plays on Father's Day in Rockport (6pm).
The Generals got right on the board in the bottom of the first inning. Maloney led off with a double followed by a Provost 2-run HR to left. The score remained 2-0 until the fourth where the Generals put up 5 more. O'Leary led off the fifth with a double to get things started, followed by a Tilley BB. A little small ball and a fielder's choice brought home the first two. Provost got an RBI double, and Jered Stewart launched a 2-run HR into the pond to round out the inning.
The Chiefs scored in the top of the sixth. With two out Tom Radzim got a double and was brought home on a Michael single. Bodwell followed with a long double (back from retirement) that would have scored Michael from first in had not bounced over the fence. Jensen was able to settle down and record the final out, stifling the Chief's threat. In the sixth the Generals got two more. Jim Love scored on a bases loaded HBP, and Connor Sullivan got a sac-fly scoring Provost.
The Generals now face a big stretch with 4 games next week. The first is a Father's Day matchup in Beverly (5pm) start. Ipswich also plays on Father's Day in Rockport (6pm).
Game Time Changes in Beverly
New game times
Sunday, June 20th vs. Hamilton at 5PM
Sunday, June 27th vs. Ipswich at 5PM
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Mariners Get Win Over Chiefs
The Manchester/Essex Mariners recevied a win, via forfeit, on Wednesday night from the Ipswich Chiefs. The win puts the Mariners at 5-0; while the Chiefs drop to 1-4.
Mariners play next on Friday night at Topsfield and the Chiefs next take the field on Sunday in Rockport.
Mariners play next on Friday night at Topsfield and the Chiefs next take the field on Sunday in Rockport.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Rowley 6 - Rockport 3
The Rams ended their 3 game losing streak by defeating Rockport Wednesday night at Eiras Field in Rowley. Nick Liguori pitched 6 strong innings surrendering just 2 hits and 2 walks along the way. The Rams scored 3 times in the 2nd to take the early lead. Liguori entered the 4th with no hits allowed but a sharp single by Anderson to lead off the inning was followed, 2 batters later by a 2 run opposite field shot by Brent Currier that brought the score to 3-2. Rowley pushed across 3 more in the bottom of the 6th to get some breathing room and Rockport rounded out the scoring with 1 in the top of the 7th. Osmond pitched well in the loss with a complete game effort giving up 9 H, 1BB with 4K's. Liguori went 6 for the win giving up 2 H, 2BB with 7K's. Rockport gets back at it Friday night 7 PM at Evans against Beverly while Rowley is off until Tuesday when they travel to Essex to take on the Mariners, 5:45 start.
Mariners 6 - Tories 0
On Tuesday night in Essex, the Mariners squeaked out a 6-0 win over the Topsfield Tories by pushing 5 runs across in the 5th inning and 1 more in the 6th inning. The win puts the Mariners at 4-0 on the young season, and drops the Tories to 1-5.
Brandon Bell, in his first start in 5 years, picked up the win for the Mariners going 5 strong innings, surrendering only 4 hits with 2 walks, while striking out 8. Ryan Marques pitched the final 2 innings to record his second save in as many appearances, striking out 2. Allen Hatfield pitched well for the Tories going 5 innings, surrendering 4 earned runs, 5 strikeouts, 7 hits, and 2 walks.
The Mariners were led at the plate by Bryan Lafata (3-4 with 2 doubles and a 3 run homer), Rory Gentile (2-3 with a run scored and a triple), and Joe Orlando (2-4 with a run scored and rbi). Rookie Colin Canny also recorded his first career ITL base hit, with a double in the 6th inning. At the plate for the Tories, Hatfield and Andy Heath led the way with 2 hits a piece.
The Mariners play a make up of an earlier rainout tonight (Wed) vs. Ipswich in Essex, then Topsfield will host the Mariners this Friday night.
Brandon Bell, in his first start in 5 years, picked up the win for the Mariners going 5 strong innings, surrendering only 4 hits with 2 walks, while striking out 8. Ryan Marques pitched the final 2 innings to record his second save in as many appearances, striking out 2. Allen Hatfield pitched well for the Tories going 5 innings, surrendering 4 earned runs, 5 strikeouts, 7 hits, and 2 walks.
The Mariners were led at the plate by Bryan Lafata (3-4 with 2 doubles and a 3 run homer), Rory Gentile (2-3 with a run scored and a triple), and Joe Orlando (2-4 with a run scored and rbi). Rookie Colin Canny also recorded his first career ITL base hit, with a double in the 6th inning. At the plate for the Tories, Hatfield and Andy Heath led the way with 2 hits a piece.
The Mariners play a make up of an earlier rainout tonight (Wed) vs. Ipswich in Essex, then Topsfield will host the Mariners this Friday night.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Beverly 10, Rowley 2
Beverly scored 1 in the first, 3 in the second and never looked back cruising to a 10-2 win at Eiras Field. Gill was excellent on the mound for Beverly going the distance while surrendering just 4 hits and 2 walks on the night. Offensively for Beverly Hartunian led the way with 2 SB's and 3 runs scored. For Rowley Wile took the loss surrendering 6 runs. The Rams are back in action tomorrow night facing Rockport in Rowley. Beverly is back at it Friday night in Rockport with a 7PM start.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Drinkwater / Generals Win over Chiefs
Mike Drinkwater pitched 6 strong innings allowing only 1 run and two hits. His pitching effort combined with the hot Generals bats led to a big wing over Ipswich. The Generals managed 9 runs, all with 2 out, in the second inning and never looked back. The offense was highlighted by a Bryan Vitale (2-3, 2 BB, 3 R, 4 RBI, HR) grand slam in the second, a Drinkwater 3-RBI triple later in the game, & Jim Love's first ITL hit and RBI. Potter, Maloney, and Ruggiero also added 2-RBI each. The two teams meet again this Thursday at Patton Park, 5:45pm start.
Ipswich 18 - Topsfield 4
Ipswich got off to an early start on Friday afternoon scoring seven times in the first inning. The offense was paced by the return of Dylan During who had 7 RBi in the first three innings and finished 3-4 with 2 Doubles and a HR. Ant Hernadez also had a big night with four hits while Montecalvo chipped in three as well. Dave Shoreman added his first HR of the year late in the game to top off the scoring. Greg Doucette pitched the complete game while scattering 8 hits and striking out 7. Topsfield scored 3 of their 4 runs in the sixth with a 3-run HR by Hittenger. The two teams managed a split of the fist season series.
Rockport 6 Rowley 3
The Rockport Townies defeated the Rowley Rams by a score of 6-3 on a foggy Sunday evening at Evans Field in Rockport. Matt Sharon went the distance for Townies with 8 K's and 4 BB's.
Mike Emerson paced the offense in his ITL debut with a HR and 4 rbis and Brent Currier added two hits and two rbis as well.
Rockport visits Rowley on Wednesday... First pitch 5:45.
Mike Emerson paced the offense in his ITL debut with a HR and 4 rbis and Brent Currier added two hits and two rbis as well.
Rockport visits Rowley on Wednesday... First pitch 5:45.
Cain/Gibbon Lead Mariners Over Giants
On Sunday night at Memorial Park in Essex, the Manchester-Essex Mariners defeated the Beverly Giants 15-1 in 5 innings; in a matchup of the lone undefeated teams in the ITL. The win puts the Mariners at 3-0, while the Giants remain at the top of the standings with a 2-1 record.
After 2 innings Mariners first baseman, Mike Cain was 2-2 with 2 grand slams. In the 1st inning, hitting cleanup, he drove one into the marsh in left-center field, and in the 2nd inning he took the pitch deep over the right field fence. On the day Cain finished 2-3 with a hbp, 2 runs scored and 9 rbi's. Centerfielder, Rory Gentile, paced the Mariners with a 3-3 day including a 2 run homer, 2 runs scored and a walk.
Mike Gibbon picked up his 2nd win on the season, going 4 innings and giving up 0 runs on 1 hit, while striking out 6.
Brian Chirco and Chris Freni had the 2 hits for Giants and Kevin Hartunian walked twice. Chirco scored the run for the Giants, and Hartunian had the rbi. Rocky Pisa, Kyle Sewyck, and Kelleher shared the pitching duties on the mound for the Giants.
The Giants play next on Wednesday at the Rowley Rams and Friday night at the Rockport Townies. The Mariners host the Topsfield Tories on Tuesday, the Ipswich Chiefs on Wednesday in a makeup game and travel to Topsfield on Friday night.
After 2 innings Mariners first baseman, Mike Cain was 2-2 with 2 grand slams. In the 1st inning, hitting cleanup, he drove one into the marsh in left-center field, and in the 2nd inning he took the pitch deep over the right field fence. On the day Cain finished 2-3 with a hbp, 2 runs scored and 9 rbi's. Centerfielder, Rory Gentile, paced the Mariners with a 3-3 day including a 2 run homer, 2 runs scored and a walk.
Mike Gibbon picked up his 2nd win on the season, going 4 innings and giving up 0 runs on 1 hit, while striking out 6.
Brian Chirco and Chris Freni had the 2 hits for Giants and Kevin Hartunian walked twice. Chirco scored the run for the Giants, and Hartunian had the rbi. Rocky Pisa, Kyle Sewyck, and Kelleher shared the pitching duties on the mound for the Giants.
The Giants play next on Wednesday at the Rowley Rams and Friday night at the Rockport Townies. The Mariners host the Topsfield Tories on Tuesday, the Ipswich Chiefs on Wednesday in a makeup game and travel to Topsfield on Friday night.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Rowley @ Hamilton rained out
Tonight's game was rained out after completing one full inning. No makeup has been announced.
Generals over Rams in Extra Innings
The Hamilton Generals got the win Wednesday night in Rowley over the Rams 9-6 in 8 innings. Steve Kefalas picked up the win in relief in his ITL debut. Luke Painchaud pitched 5 strong innings for the Generals but did not figure in the decision. Martin was equally good on the mound for the Rams but did not get a decision as well. White was charged with the loss.
The Rams took an early lead in the first. Renzulli brought home Conte with a RBI single to take a 1-0 lead. The Generals turned an unorthodox double play to get out of the inning. In the third, the Rams pushed the lead to 3-0 with 2 more runs. Conte delivered an RBI double that was followed by a Bolla long RBI single. Bolla's hit threatened more runs, but the Generals were able to cut a runner down at the plate to minimize the damage.
The Generals got one back in the fourth on a Tilley RBI single then later tied the game with 2 runs in the fifth. Bryan Vitale delivered a 2-RBI double to tie the game. The Generals took the lead in the 6th with 3 more runs. Maloney, J. Stewart, and Kefalas all got RBI's. Down 3, it was now the Rams turn to make a comeback. They got 1 back in the 6th on a Thibeault RBI single, and 2 in the bottom of 7th to tie the game. The Rams worked the bases loaded with no outs. Esposito delivered some heroics with a 2-RBI single to tie the game. With 2 on still and no outs, Kefalas worked out of the jam recording 2 k's and a pop-up. With darkness setting in, both teams lobbied for an extra frame to decide the game.
In the eighth inning the Generals loaded the bases with 3 BB's. Andre Painchaud then delivered an RBI single to break the tie. Justin Tilley followed with a 2-RBI double to add some breathing room. The the bottom half the Rams worked a first and third with only one out. Kefalas and Vitale were able to work a strike-em-out throw-em-out to end the game and secure the Generals win. The two teams play again tonight at Patton Park (weather permitting). Bolla had 2 hits, and Conte and Renzulli added 3 each to lead the Rams offense. Maloney, Kefalas, and Tilley had mulit-hit games for the Generals.
The Rams took an early lead in the first. Renzulli brought home Conte with a RBI single to take a 1-0 lead. The Generals turned an unorthodox double play to get out of the inning. In the third, the Rams pushed the lead to 3-0 with 2 more runs. Conte delivered an RBI double that was followed by a Bolla long RBI single. Bolla's hit threatened more runs, but the Generals were able to cut a runner down at the plate to minimize the damage.
The Generals got one back in the fourth on a Tilley RBI single then later tied the game with 2 runs in the fifth. Bryan Vitale delivered a 2-RBI double to tie the game. The Generals took the lead in the 6th with 3 more runs. Maloney, J. Stewart, and Kefalas all got RBI's. Down 3, it was now the Rams turn to make a comeback. They got 1 back in the 6th on a Thibeault RBI single, and 2 in the bottom of 7th to tie the game. The Rams worked the bases loaded with no outs. Esposito delivered some heroics with a 2-RBI single to tie the game. With 2 on still and no outs, Kefalas worked out of the jam recording 2 k's and a pop-up. With darkness setting in, both teams lobbied for an extra frame to decide the game.
In the eighth inning the Generals loaded the bases with 3 BB's. Andre Painchaud then delivered an RBI single to break the tie. Justin Tilley followed with a 2-RBI double to add some breathing room. The the bottom half the Rams worked a first and third with only one out. Kefalas and Vitale were able to work a strike-em-out throw-em-out to end the game and secure the Generals win. The two teams play again tonight at Patton Park (weather permitting). Bolla had 2 hits, and Conte and Renzulli added 3 each to lead the Rams offense. Maloney, Kefalas, and Tilley had mulit-hit games for the Generals.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Monday, June 7, 2010
Rockport v Manchester PPD
Rockport/Manchester PPD yesterday due to inclement weather ... Make up TBD
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Rams Sweep Tories
The Rowley Rams completed a first week sweep of the Topsfield Tories Friday night in Topsfield.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Beverly - 9, Hamilton - 6
The Generals built up a 3 to 0 lead with single runs in the first, second, and fourth innings. Beverly rallied for 3 runs in the bottom of the fourth to tie the game and 3 more in the fifth to take a 6 to 3 lead. Hamilton then scratched for 3 runs in the top of the 6th to tie the game at 6.
With one out in the bottom of the sixth, Kevin Harutunian walked and stole second. After a strikeout was recorded, an infield throwing error on a Derek Scialdone ground ball allowed Harutunian to score with the go ahead run. John Boyle added some insurance with a 2 run homer to give the Giants a 9 to 6 lead after six innings.
Boyle came on in the seventh and notched a save with a scoreless inning. Sean Kelleher was credited with the win in relief in his ITL debut. Judd Funchion was charged with the loss in relief of Mike Drinkwater.
Offensively, Beverly was led by John Boyle (2 for 3, HR, 3RBI, 3R), Erik Drown (2 for 3, 2RBI), and Jeff Barricelli (2 for 4, RBI, 2R). Hamilton only managed 4 hits, but had 10 free passes and was 6 for 7 on steals. They were led by Jim Maloney (1 for 5, 3RBI, SB), Mark Potter (1 for 1, 3 walks), and Reggie Maidment (1 for 2, 2R, 2 walks.
With one out in the bottom of the sixth, Kevin Harutunian walked and stole second. After a strikeout was recorded, an infield throwing error on a Derek Scialdone ground ball allowed Harutunian to score with the go ahead run. John Boyle added some insurance with a 2 run homer to give the Giants a 9 to 6 lead after six innings.
Boyle came on in the seventh and notched a save with a scoreless inning. Sean Kelleher was credited with the win in relief in his ITL debut. Judd Funchion was charged with the loss in relief of Mike Drinkwater.
Offensively, Beverly was led by John Boyle (2 for 3, HR, 3RBI, 3R), Erik Drown (2 for 3, 2RBI), and Jeff Barricelli (2 for 4, RBI, 2R). Hamilton only managed 4 hits, but had 10 free passes and was 6 for 7 on steals. They were led by Jim Maloney (1 for 5, 3RBI, SB), Mark Potter (1 for 1, 3 walks), and Reggie Maidment (1 for 2, 2R, 2 walks.
Rowley 20 Topsfield 2
Rowley got a pair of 3 run home runs, one from Justin Bolla in his first ITL at bat and another from Dave Mariani. Matt Wile pitched 5 + scoreless and Joe White finished things up on the mound. Rematch set for Friday night in Topsfield.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Townies @ Hamilton Thursday game postponed
Thursday's game at Patton Park will be rescheduled due to a High School State Tournament Game. A new date for the Rockport @ Hamilton game has not been set yet.
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