Beverly - 9, Ipswich - 0

Beverly advances to the playoffs. Details to follow.

Home Run Derby

The Derby is on for tomorrow afternoon.  1pm start @ Patton Park.
All players are welcome and encouraged to participate.  $20 entry fee.  The format will follow traditional HR derby rules.  Hope to see you there and please spread the word to all ITL players!

Friday Morning Playoff Picture

1. Manchester, 35pts, 1 game left.  Manchester has clinched first place and will host either Hamilton or Beverly in Game One of the Semi-Finals on Sunday.

2.  Rowley, 33pts, 0 games left.  Rowley has clinched second place and will host Rockport in Game One of the Semi-Finals on Monday.

3.  Rockport, 27pts, 2 games remaining.  Rockport has clinched third place and will face Rowley in the Semi-Finals.

4.  Hamilton, 21pts, 0 games remaining.  Hamilton makes the playoffs with a Beverly loss to Ipswich tonight.  If Beverly and Ipswich tie then Hamilton and Beverly would be forced to play a one game playoff for the final playoff spot.  A Beverly win would eliminate Hamilton.

5. Beverly, 20pts, 1 game remaining.  See above.  Beverly needs to beat or tie Ipswich to keep their season alive.

6.  Ipswich, 14pts, 1 game remaining.  Ipswich is eliminated but could play spoiler tonight.

7. Topsfield, 11pts, 1 game remaining.  Topsfield is eliminated.

Manchester - 11, Hamilton - 2

Details to follow...

Thursday Morning Playoff Picture

1. Rowley, 33pts, 0 games left.  Rowley currently holds the #1 seed thanks to a tiebreaker edge over Manchester.  The two teams have the same amount of wins and split their season series against each other but Rowley scored more runs in those games.

2.  Manchester, 33pts, 2 games left.  Manchester can clinch the #1 seed with just one win or tie in their final two games.  However, the makeup game vs Rockport is not currently on the schedule and it looks questionable whether there will be time to play it.  Tonight's game at Hamilton may end up determining the #1 seed.

3.  Rockport, 27pts, 2 games left.  Rockport is locked into the #3 seed.

4.  Hamilton, 21pts, 1 game left.  Hamilton once again controls their own destiny after beating Rockport last night and seeing Beverly fall to Topsfield.  If Hamilton beats Manchester tonight, they clinch a playoff spot.  If they lose or tie they will need to see what happens in Friday's Beverly/Ipswich game.

5.  Beverly, 20pts, 1 game left.  Beverly needs Hamilton to lose or tie tonight to keep their playoff hopes alive.  A Hamilton loss combined with a Beverly win over Ipswich on Friday would put Beverly into the playoffs.  If the two teams finish tied somehow they will need to play a one game playoff on Saturday.

6.  Ipswich, 14pts, 1 game left.  Ipswich is eliminated, but could play spoiler Friday night.

7.  Topsfield, 11pts, 1 game left.  Topsfield is eliminated but successfully played spoiler last night.

Topsfield - 2, Beverly - 1

Ben Panunzio allowed one run in 7 innings for the win.

Generals Win, Control Fate

ITL Hamilton Generals seize victory thanks to late sacrifice fly, drop ITL Rockport Townies 5-4

ITL Hamilton Generals and ITL Rockport Townies volleyed the lead five times on Wednesday, but ITL Hamilton Generals came out on top for a 5-4 win on Wednesday at Evans Field.  ITL Hamilton Generals pulled out the win thanks to a strong sixth inning. A sacrifice fly by Brian Nicoll scored Larry Saggese and gave ITL Hamilton Generals the lead for good.

Kyle Nelson led ITL Rockport Townies' offensive threat, as he got on base three times in the game. He also drove in one runner. He singled in the third inning and doubled in the fourth inning.  Matt Greeke recorded the win for ITL Hamilton Generals. He allowed four runs over seven innings. Matt Greeke struck out nine, walked three and gave up seven hits.

Alex Webb ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with the loss. He lasted just six innings, walked four, struck out four, and allowed five runs.

After a scoreless stalemate, ITL Hamilton Generals finally got on the board with one run in the fourth. ITL Hamilton Generals scored runs on an RBI single by Larry Saggese.  ITL Rockport Townies answered ITL Hamilton Generals' top inning with four runs of its own in the fourth. ITL Rockport Townies scored on an RBI double by Webb, a wild pitch, an RBI single by Marcus Cottone, and an RBI double by Nelson.

ITL Hamilton Generals pushed across two runs in both the fifth inning and the sixth. In the fifth, ITL Hamilton Generals scored on a two-run single by Avon Stewart, plating Luke Wendt and Cam Borrelli.  The sixth spelled defeat for ITL Rockport Townies, as ITL Hamilton Generals grabbed the lead for good.

Rams - 12, Chiefs - 1

Wednesday Playoff Picture

As of Wednesday morning three teams have clinched playoff spots while two have been eliminated.  That leaves Beverly and Hamilton to battle for the fourth and final playoff spot.

Manchester, 33pts with 2 games remaining.  Manchester has clinched a playoff spot.  They can clinch first place with at least one Win or Tie in their final two games.

Rowley, 31pts with 1 game remaining.  Rowley has clinched a playoff spot.  They have an outside shot at 1st Place as they hold the tiebreaker versus Manchester.

Rockport, 27pts with 3 games remaining.  Rockport has clinched a playoff spot.  They could force a two or three way tie for first but I don't believe they would win either tiebreaker.  They do have a shot at reaching 2nd Place and earning homefield advantage in the first round as they own the tiebreaker over Rowley.

Beverly, 20pts with 2 games remaining.  Beverly controls their own destiny and can clinch a playoff spot by beating Topsfield and Ipswich this week.  Their Magic Number versus Hamilton is "2".

Hamilton, 19pts with 2 games remaining.  Hamilton no longer controls its own destiny but can get in by beating Rockport and Manchester if Beverly drops one of their remaining two games.  Their Magic Number versus Beverly remains "3".

Ipswich, 14pts with 2 games remaining.  Ipswich is eliminated.

Topsfield, 9pts with 3 games remaining.  Topsfield is eliminated.

Mariners 7 Generals 0

ITL Hamilton Generals falls 7-0 at the hands of the Manchester/Essex Mariners

The Manchester/Essex Mariners beat ITL Hamilton Generals on Tuesday 7-0 at Shepard Memorial Dr. Essex MA in seven innings.

The Manchester/Essex Mariners scored three runs in the third on the Manchester/Essex Mariners scored in the third on an RBI single by Mike Cain, an RBI single by Bryan Lafata, and a single by Cole Josselyn.

Mike Cain racked up three RBIs on two hits for the Manchester/Essex Mariners.

ITL Hamilton Generals couldn't get anything going so long as Rory Gentilewas on the hill. ITL Hamilton Generals managed just one hit off of Gentile, who allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out two during his five innings of work.

Luke Painchaud was the game's losing pitcher. He allowed seven runs in six innings, walked one and struck out five.

After posting two runs in the fourth, the Manchester/Essex Mariners again scored two in the fifth. In the fourth, the Manchester/Essex Mariners scored on a two-run double by Mike Cain, bringing home Max Nesbit and Gentile.

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Rowley - 11, Topsfield - 0

Rowley - 5, Ipswich -3

Ipswich at Beverly Rained Out

The Ipswich/Beverly game was rained out in the bottom of the first inning with the Chiefs leading 2-0. The game will likely be made up Friday if necessary.

Playoff Picture in Final Week

The playoff picture is becoming clearer heading into the final week.

Manchester, 31pts with 3 games remaining.  Manchester has clinched a playoff spot and leads Rowley by 2 games for the #1 overall seed.

Rowley, 27pts with 3 games remaining.  Rowley has clinched a playoff spot.

Rockport, 23pts with 5 games remaining.  Rockport clinches a playoff spot with one more win.  They could clinch by taking one game in a doubleheader versus Topsfield on Sunday.

Beverly, 20pts with 2 games remaining.  Beverly is in fourth place but does not control its own destiny.  Beverly's Magic Number versus Hamilton is "3" meaning even if the Giants finish 2-0 they still need Hamilton to drop one of their remaining games this week.

Hamilton, 19pts with 3 games remaining.  Hamilton controls its own destiny and would clinch a playoff spot by beating Manchester twice and Rockport once.  Otherwise, they would need to get help from a Beverly loss or two.

Ipswich, 14pts with 3 games remaining.  If Ipswich wins out, and Hamilton and Beverly lose out, Ipswich could force a tie for 4th place.  So, their playoff hopes are alive, but just barely.

Topsfield, 9pts with 5 games remaining.  Topsfield is eliminated as they can only finish with 19 points if they win out.

Mariners Townies Rained out

The game was called in the bottom of the 1st.

Beverly - 11, Ipswich - 3

ITL Ipswich Chiefs falls 11-3 at the hands of the Beverly Giants

 

The Beverly Giants beat the Ipswich Chiefs on Friday 11-3 at Linebrook Field in five innings. The Giants scored five runs in the fourth.  The Giants scored in the fourth on a hit by pitch, a two-run single by Andy Brown, a wild pitch, and a groundout by Conor Walsh.

Eric Messina got a hit in each of his three at bats. He singled in the second, fourth, and fifth innings.

 

Kevin Michael went a perfect 2-2 at the dish for Ipswich. He doubled in the first inning and singled in the third inning.

 

The Giants were sparked by Jeff Barricelli and Messina, who teamed up for four hits and three RBIs.

 

Jake Greaney couldn't get it done on the bump for Ipswich, taking a loss. He allowed 10 runs in four innings, walked two and struck out two.

 

The Giants jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the top of the second. The Giants' threat began with a double by Conor Walsh. Then moved Conor Walsh from second to third. Dan Cashman singled, scoring Conor Walsh. The Giants pushed more runs across when Cashman scored on an RBI single by Sean Martin and Chirco scored on a fielder's choice.

Generals Sweep Tories, 8-4 win

ITL Hamilton Generals defeats ITL Topsfield Tories 8-4

ITL Hamilton Generals beat ITL Topsfield Tories 8-4 in seven innings on Friday at Proctor School 60 Main st topsfield ma behind Drew Taylor, who had two extra base hits.  He doubled in the first and third innings and singled in the fifth inning.

Troy Bunker boosted his batting average thanks to a perfect 2-2 day at the plate to pace ITL Topsfield Tories. He singled in the second and fifth innings.

Jack Clay got the win for ITL Hamilton Generals. He allowed four runs over 6 1/3 innings. He struck out six, walked four and surrendered six hits.  Cam Borrelli, Taylor and Luke Wendt helped lead ITL Hamilton Generals. They combined for eight hits and six RBIs.

Spencer Aguiar ended up on the wrong side of the pitching decision, charged with the loss. He allowed six runs in 3 2/3 innings, walked three and struck out three.

ITL Hamilton Generals closer Matt Greeke put away the final two outs to record the save.  ITL Hamilton Generals never surrendered the lead after the first inning, scoring one run on an RBI double by Cam Borrelli.  ITL Hamilton Generals increased its lead with two runs in the third. Luke Wendt started the inning with a single, scoring Taylor.

ITL Hamilton Generals piled on five more runs in the top of the fourth. A bases loaded walk scored Andre Painchaud to get ITL Hamilton Generals on the board in the inning. That was followed up by Luke Wendt's single, bringing home Clay and Jim Love.

A two-run fifth inning helped bring ITL Topsfield Tories within six. An RBI single by Bunker and an RBI single by Ben Panunzio sparked ITL Topsfield Tories' rally. Finally, Clay induced an inning-ending strike out from Erik Larsen.

After pushing across one run in the bottom of the sixth, ITL Topsfield Tories faced just a 8-3 deficit. An RBI single by Zack Lamkin gave ITL Topsfield Tories life. Finally, Clay got Alan Nahigian to fly out to end the threat.

After pushing across one run in the bottom of the seventh, ITL Topsfield Tories faced just a 8-4 deficit. An RBI single by Tom Cadmus triggered ITL Topsfield Tories' comeback. ITL Hamilton Generals' Matt Greeke induced a Aguiar fly out to close things out.

Generals Win over Tories 5-2

Avon Stewart helps ITL Hamilton Generals down ITL Topsfield Tories 5-2

Avon Stewart had two extra base hits as ITL Hamilton Generals took home a 5-2 victory over ITL Topsfield Tories in seven innings at Patton Park 43 Asbury St, MA 01982 on Thursday.  He doubled in the third inning and homered in the fifth inning.

Larry Torres kept contact to a minimum, striking out six ITL Topsfield Tories batters. Larry Torres allowed one earned run, three hits and four walks over six innings.  ITL Hamilton Generals was sparked by Stewart and Drew Taylor, who teamed up for four hits and three RBIs.

Zack Lamkin was charged with the loss. He lasted just six innings, walked one, struck out two, and allowed five runs.

The bottom of the first saw ITL Hamilton Generals take an early lead, 2-0. ITL Hamilton Generals' rally started when Taylor doubled. A single by Luke Wendt then moved Taylor from second to third. ITL Hamilton Generals added more runs when Wendt scored on an RBI single by Jeff Brown.  ITL Hamilton Generals stayed on top until the final out after taking the lead in the fifth, scoring three runs on a three-run home run by Stewart.

Rowley -4, Rockport -3

Rowley -5, Manchester/Essex -0

Tim Moore gets the complete game shut out. Peter Clark takes the loss.

Rockport 8 Ipswich 4

Rockport won in Ipswich Monday night.

Hamilton - 5, Beverly - 2

Drew Taylor drove in the go-ahead run to give ITL Hamilton Generals the lead in the sixth inning, as ITL Hamilton Generals hung on to beat the Beverly Giants 5-2 on Tuesday.

With the score tied at two in the sixth inning, Taylor came to the plate and singled, bringing home Avon Stewart.  It was a good day at the plate for the Generals' Taylor. Taylor went 3-4, drove in one and scored one run.

Matt Greeke pitched lights out for ITL Hamilton Generals. Greeke held the Beverly Giants hitless over two innings, allowed no earned runs, walked three and struck out three.

A bright spot for the Giants in the defeat was Dan Cashman, who allowed only one run while striking out five.  Eric Messina was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just one inning, walked two, struck out one, and allowed four runs.

The top of the second saw the Giants take an early lead, 1-0. Conor Walsh started the rally for the Giants with a single. A groundout by Josh Levesque then moved Conor Walsh from first to second. Brian Chirco singled, plating Conor Walsh.

It didn't take long for Hamilton to answer as it scored one run of its own in the fifth. Hamilton scored on an RBI single by Austen Michel.

The Generals didn't give up the lead after the sixth inning. Additional runs came from a two-run single by Luke Wendt.

Mariners 3 Rams 2

Topsfield @ Rowley Makeup

Topsfield @ Rowley (from 7/1) will be played:
Tuesday, July 28th @ Rowley
5:45pm start

Rockport @ Rowley (from 7/15)

Rockport @ Rowley (from 7/15) will be played:
Thursday, July 23rd in Rowley
5:45pm start

Rockport 2, Ipswich 3

Chiefs travel to Evans field and pick up the win over Rockport, 3-2.

Hamilton @ Rockport Makeup Game

Hamilton @ Rockport (from 6/21) game will be played:
Wednesday, July 29th @ Rockport
6pm Start

Hamilton - 4, Beverly - 1

ITL Hamilton Generals defeat the Beverly Giants 4-1

Drew Taylor went 2-4, sparking the Hamilton Generals to a 4-1 victory in seven innings over the Beverly Giants on Sunday at Balch Park.  Taylor singled in the first and third innings.

Luke Painchaud was a workhorse on the mound while bagging the win for the Generals. Painchaud pitched seven innings and allowed one earned run, seven hits and no walks while striking out five.

Sean Martin was charged with the loss. He lasted just five innings, walked five, struck out five, and allowed four runs.

The Generals went up for good in the first, scoring two runs on a groundout by Jeff Brown and an RBI single by Luke Painchaud.

Hamilton matched its one-run third inning with one more in the fifth. In the third, ITL Hamilton Generals scored on an error, plating Taylor.

Rockport - 5, Beverly - 1

Alex Webb leads the Rockport Townies to 5-1 victory

 

Alex Webb was strong at the plate and on the mound in carrying Rockport to a 5-1 victory over the Beverly Giants on Friday at Evans Field.  Webb had a busy day at the plate, collecting two extra-base hits. He doubled in the third and fifth innings.

 

The Giants couldn't get anything going as long as Webb was pitching. The Giants managed just two hits off of the Townies' pitcher, who allowed one earned run, walked three and struck out five during his seven innings of work.

 

The Giants had the lead early, but couldn't hold off the Townies. The Giants were up until the fourth inning, but Rockport had other plans for the final outcome, taking the lead back on a two-run single by Kyle Nelson.

 

Josh Levesque was charged with the loss. He lasted just five innings, walked four, struck out eight, and allowed five runs.

 

The Giants' lone run of the ballgame came in the third inning on an RBI double by Conor Walsh.

 

The game was never in doubt after the fourth, as Rockport scored three runs on a two-run single by Nelson.

 

Rockport increased its lead with two runs in the fifth. Marcus Cottone kicked things off with a single, scoring Webb.

Mariners 6 Topsfield 4

Rory Gentile hit a 2 run homer and Peter Clark pitched 3 scoreless innings of relief as the Mariners won 6 to 4.

Chiefs 3, Generals 2

Cam Borrelli gives Generals late push but not enough, Chiefs Win 3-2

With ITL Hamilton Generals trailing by one in the seventh inning, Cam Borrelli came to the plate and singled, bringing home Luke Wendt.

ITL Hamilton Generals was led by Cam Borrelli's hitting. Cam Borrelli went 3-4 and drove in one.
ITL Ipswich Chiefs' Pat Curran was perfect at the dish, going 2-2. He singled in the second and sixth innings.

Kevin Michael kept contact to a minimum, striking out eight ITL Hamilton Generals batters. Michael allowed no earned runs on six hits and two walks over seven innings.

Cam Charette couldn't get it done on the bump for ITL Hamilton Generals, taking a loss. He lasted just four innings, walked three, struck out eight, and allowed two runs.

The top of the second saw ITL Ipswich Chiefs take an early lead, 1-0. A single by Curran, scoring Chris Zaremba started the inning off.

Mariners 7 Generals 6

Mike Cain and Max Nesbit both went deep as the Mariners held on 7 to 6. More details to follow.

Game in Rowley postponed

Tonight's game is postponed in Rowley due to unplayable conditions. Makeup TBD. 

Hamilton @ Beverly Sunday, July 19th

Game has been changed to a 5pm start and will be played at Balch Field in Beverly.  Please note these changes to the schedule.

Beverly - 6, Rowley - 5

Each team did all their scoring in one inning as the Beverly Giants edged the Rowley Rams Tuesday night at Eiras Park.  Beverly broke the scoreless tie by plating 6 runs in the top of the 4th inning.  The inning was keyed by two run singles from Brian Chirco, Pat Wilson, and Andy Brown.

Rowley struck back with 5 runs of their own in the bottom of the 5th inning.  Justin Bolla's bases clearing 3 run double was the big blow of the inning.  But, Beverly's Dan Cashman bore down and got out of the jam with the Giants holding a slim one run lead.  Cashman retired 6 of the final 7 batters to give the Giants the victory.

Cashman pitched a complete game allowing 5 unearned runs on 6 hits and 4 walks while striking out 7.  Offensively, Beverly's Andy Brown finished 2 for 4 with 2RBI.

For Rowley, Tim Moore took the loss allowing 6 runs (2 earned) in 6 innings on 7 hits and 0 walks with 4 strikeouts.  CJ Ingraham was 2 for 4 with a run scored.

Tories Forfeit to Mariners

No game tonight in Essex

Generals 8 - Chiefs 2

ITL Hamilton Generals jumps on ITL Ipswich Chiefs early and coasts to 8-2 win

ITL Hamilton Generals jumped out to an early lead on ITL Ipswich Chiefs and captured an 8-2 victory on Monday at 13 linebrook rd ipswich ma.  With five runs in the first three innings, ITL Hamilton Generals left no doubt about the eventual outcome.

An RBI single by Brian Nicoll, an RBI single by Matt Cook, and an RBI single by Drew Taylor during the second inning fueled ITL Hamilton Generals' offense early.

Cam Borrelli paced ITL Hamilton Generals at the plate. Cam Borrelli went 2-3, drove in one and scored one run. He homered in the third inning and singled in the fourth inning.

Luke Painchaud brought the heat against ITL Ipswich Chiefs during his outing. ITL Ipswich Chiefs managed just two hits off of the ITL Hamilton Generals' pitcher, who allowed no earned runs, walked one and struck out one during his six innings of work.

Nick Hawrylciw was the game's losing pitcher. He lasted just two innings, walked none, struck out two, and allowed five runs.

ITL Hamilton Generals closer Madness Drinkwater put away the final three outs to record the save.
ITL Hamilton Generals increased its lead with two runs in the third. Cam Borrelli homered to start the inning. That was followed up by Nicoll's single, bringing home Avon Stewart.

ITL Hamilton Generals piled on three more runs in the top of the sixth. Luke Wendt's double got things going, plating Matt Cook. That was followed up by Stewart's single, bringing home Taylor and Luke Wendt.

Beverly @ Rowley MAKEUP Game

Beverly @ Rowley Makeup game will be played Tuesday, July 14th in Rowley.  5:45pm start.

Rams 1, Rockport 3

The Townies were able to hold off a late run to upset 2nd place Rowley, 3-1.  Townies got six strong innings on the mound from lefty Jason Vizena and key RBI hits from Jay Fulmer and Keady Segel.  Kyle Nelson made some key putouts on the hill in right field.

Beverly - 7, Manchester -3

The Beverly Giants defeat the Manchester/Essex Mariners after late game error, 7-3

The Beverly Giants outlasted the Manchester/Essex Mariners on Sunday after seven lead changes, squeaking out a 7-3 win at Cooney Field.

The Giants took the lead in the sixth inning and held on for the victory. An error scored Scott Caradonna and gave the Beverly Giants the lead for good.

John Boyle racked up two RBIs on two hits for the Beverly Giants. He singled in the first inning and homered in the fifth inning.

Andy Brown got the win for the Beverly Giants. He allowed three runs over seven innings. He struck out two, walked five and surrendered five hits.

Max Nesbit couldn't get it done on the rubber for the Mariners, taking a loss. He pitched the last two innings, walked one, struck out one, and allowed four unearned runs.

The Mariners jumped out to an early 1-0 lead in the top of the third. A single by Caulin Rogers, bringing home Ian Buckley started the inning off.

After a quick strike from the Mariners, the Giants responded with one run in the third. The Beverly Giants scored on an RBI single by Conor Walsh.

The Mariners matched their one-run fourth inning with one more in the sixth. In the fourth, the Manchester/Essex Mariners scored on an RBI double by Nesbit, scoring Rory Gentile.

It didn't take long for the Beverly Giants to answer as they scored one run of their own in the fourth. The Beverly Giants scored on a groundout by Brown.

Ipswich 12 Topsfield 4

Chiefs beat Tories 12-4

Rockport - 9, Beverly - 0

Drew Shairs's pitching leads ITL Rockport Townies past the Beverly Giants 9-0

Drew Shairs kept the Beverly Giants off the board during his seven innings of work and the Rockport Townies beat the Beverly Giants, 9-0.

Shairs allowed two hits, five walks and struck out five.

The biggest inning for Rockport was the first. In the inning the Townies scored seven runs. Rockport scored in the first on an RBI single by Alex Webb, a walk by Marcus Cottone, an error, a walk by Reese Fulmer, a bases loaded walk by Jason Vizena, and a two-run single by Webb.

Cottone led ITL Rockport Townies' offensive threat, as he got on base three times in the game. He scored two runs and had one RBI.

Sean Martin lasted one inning on the hill for the Beverly Giants before being taken out. Martin allowed five hits and seven runs.

Rams 4 Generals 4

Rams and Generals played to a 4-4 tie on Thursday night at Patton.

Mariners 7 Chiefs 3

Details to follow.

Rowley - 6, Hamilton - 1

Beverly - 12, Topsfield -1

The Giants bats came alive at Balch Park on Wednesday night. Beverly racked up 12 runs on 14 hits in the game. Dan Cashman led the attack going 3 for 4 with 2DO, 2R, and 2RBI. Josh Levesque and Luke McDonald were both 2 for 4. Levesque earned the complete game victory allowing only one unearned run on 6 hits with 6 strikeouts versus 0 walks.

Zack Lamkin took the loss for the Tories. Erik Larsen finished 2 for 3.

Topsfield - 8, Ipswich - 1

On Monday Topsfield beat Ipswich 8 to 1.

Beverly - 8, Manchester - 5

The Manchester/Essex Mariners outdone by Conor Walsh and the Beverly Giants, 8-5

The Beverly Giants beat the Manchester/Essex Mariners 8-5 in seven innings on Tuesday in Essex behind Conor Walsh, who collected three hits.  He singled in the first, second, and fourth innings.

The Mariners were hurt by a number of miscues in the field. Manchester/Essex committed three errors which led to four unearned runs for the Beverly Giants.

Sean Martin recorded the win for the Beverly Giants. He allowed two runs over 4 1/3 innings. He struck out one, walked three and surrendered one hit.

Peter Clark lasted two innings on the bump for the Mariners before the call to the bullpen. Clark gave up seven hits and six runs.

The game's last lead went to the Beverly Giants thanks to a first inning rally that saw two runs cross the plate on a sacrifice fly by Brian Chirco and an RBI single by Conor Walsh.

The Beverly Giants built upon their lead with four runs in the second. A single by John Boyle ignited the offense, plating Scott Caradonna and Kevin Harutunian. That was followed up by Conor Walsh's single, plating Andy Brown.

Three runs in the bottom of the second helped the Manchester/Essex Mariners close their deficit to 6-3. A single by Bob Whynott and a two-run single by Max Nesbit triggered the Manchester/Essex Mariners' comeback. Martin ended the inning when Mike Cain was thrown out at the plate by a relay from Walsh to Boyle to Chirco.

The Beverly Giants got one-run rallies in the third inning and the fifth. In the third, the Beverly Giants scored on an RBI single by Luke McDonald, bringing home Dan Cashman.

After pushing across one run in the bottom of the fourth, the Manchester/Essex Mariners faced just a 7-4 deficit. A wild pitch fueled the Manchester/Essex Mariners' comeback. The Manchester/Essex Mariners threat came to an end when Martin finally got Nesbit to fly out.

The Manchester/Essex Mariners scored one run in the bottom of the fifth to cut their deficit to three. An error gave the Manchester/Essex Mariners life. Finally, Martin got Ian Buckley to strike out to end the threat.

Mariners & Townies Tie 7 to 7

In the bottom of the 6th with 2 outs, Rory Gentile hit a 3 run homer to tie the game.

Hamilton - 7, Beverly - 1

Hamilton Generals escapes the Beverly Giants behind Luke Painchaud's 12 strikeouts, 7-1

An ace performance by Luke Painchaud led the Hamilton Generals to a 7-1 win in seven innings over the Beverly Giants on Sunday at Cooney Field.

Luke Painchaud's 12 strikeouts helped the Generals to the victory. Luke Painchaud allowed one earned run, four hits and one walk over seven innings.

The Generals' bats came to life in the fifth inning. The Giants had no answer as Hamilton scored six runs. The Generals scored in the fifth on an RBI single by Jack Clay, a two-run single by Cam Borrelli, a walk by Larry Saggese, and a two-run double by Mark Potter.

Clay had a hot bat for the Generals. Clay went 2-3, drove in one and scored two runs.

Dan Cashman was the game's losing pitcher. He allowed seven runs in 4 1/3 innings, walked five and struck out two.

Topsfield @ Beverly Make Up

Topsfield @ Beverly (from 6/28) will be made up Wednesday, July 8th 5:45pm start at Balch Field.

Townies Beat Generals 4-2

ITL Hamilton Generals get on top ofITL Rockport Townies early but can't hang on in 4-2 loss

ITL Hamilton Generals jumped out to an early lead, but was unable to hold on and lost 4-2 to ITL Rockport Townies on Thursday.

ITL Rockport Townies took the lead in the seventh inning on a sacrifice fly byMarcus Cottone.

Jay Fulmer reached base four times. He scored one run and had one RBI. He singled in the fifth inning.

ITL Rockport Townies relied on Conor Douglass to eat up innings en route to the win. Conor Douglass allowed one earned run, three hits and seven walks while striking out three over seven innings of work.

Cam Charette couldn't get it done on the hill for ITL Hamilton Generals, taking a loss. He lasted just two innings, walked two, struck out two, and allowed three runs.

ITL Hamilton Generals jumped out to an early 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first. ITL Hamilton Generals pushed more runs across when Greeke scored on a sacrifice fly by Luke Wendt.

ITL Rockport Townies went up for good in the seventh, scoring three runs on an RBI double by Jason Vizena, a sacrifice fly by Cottone, and an RBI single byKyle Nelson.

Ipswich - 4, Beverly - 3

Details to follow...

Mariners 12 Townies 5

It was a tight game until Manchester-Essex scored 5 times in the 6th en route to a 12 to 5 win. Rusty Tucker hit a 3 run homer while Caulin Rogers and Mike Cain added 2 hits.