Location: Cantine Veterans Memorial Field, Saugerties, N.Y.
Date: June 25, 2024
Summary
The Saugerties Stallions delivered a spectacular performance in their 11-1 victory over the Albany Baseball Club. The game, held at Cantine Veterans Memorial Field, was a showcase of the Stallions’ strong pitching and explosive batting lineup. This dominant win extends the Stallions’ impressive season record.
Game Highlights
Early Innings: The game started with Stallions’ pitcher Sean Dertinger setting a high tempo, striking out three Albany players in the first inning alone. His control and effectiveness continued into the second inning, where he retired all batters faced.
Explosive Scoring: The Stallions took an early and decisive lead in the bottom of the second inning, bringing nine runs across the plate. Rich Rodriguez kicked off the scoring with a two-run double. Subsequent hits by Mario Trivella, Matt McIntire, and Jean Michael Cuello, along with walks and an Albany error, piled on the runs. By the end of the inning, the Stallions had a commanding 9-0 lead.
Continued Dominance: Jean Michael Cuello and Anthony Marcano continued to add to the tally in the fourth inning, bringing the score to 11-0. Albany managed a lone run in the fifth inning when Jordan Daniels scored off a fielder’s choice.
Closing Strong: Michael Cunningham closed out the game for the Stallions, striking out five in the final inning and sealing the 11-1 victory under the run rule.
Key Performances
Saugerties Stallions
Jean Michael Cuello: 2-for-4, 1 RBI, 2 runs scored (Player of the game)
Andrew Amato: 2-for-2, 2 RBI, 2 runs scored
Mario Trivella: 1-for-3, 1 RBI, 1 run scored
Albany Baseball Club
Ryan Ferremi: 1-for-3, 1 RBI, 1 run scored
Jordan Daniels: 1-for-2, 1 run scored
Pitching Highlights
Winning Pitcher: Sean Dertinger: Dominant early innings with six strikeouts, no runs allowed
Losing Pitcher: John Gerfen: Allowed nine runs in less than two innings
Record and Standings
With this win, the Saugerties Stallions improved their record to 15-3-1, closely chasing the top spot in the league standings. They are set to face the Amsterdam Mohawks next, in a pivotal game that could determine the league leader.
Up Next
The Saugerties Stallions will take on the Amsterdam Mohawks at Shuttleworth Park on June 26th at 7:05 PM, in a crucial battle for the top spot in the standings.
For more information, contact: Saugerties Stallions PR Department
Email: saugathletic@gmail.com
About Saugerties Stallions: The Saugerties Stallions are a premier collegiate summer baseball team, part of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League (PGCBL). Committed to excellence on and off the field, the Stallions provide top-notch entertainment and foster the development of collegiate athletes.