Location: Shuttleworth Park
Date: June 26, 2024

Summary

In a tightly contested game, the Saugerties Stallions faced off against the Amsterdam Mohawks, ultimately falling short with a final score of 6-3. Despite strong efforts, the Stallions couldn’t maintain their early leads, and the Mohawks capitalized late in the game to secure their victory.

Game Highlights

Early Innings:
The Stallions opened the scoring in the second inning. Bayram Hot walked and advanced to second on a wild pitch, eventually scoring due to a groundout by Jean Michael Cuello. The team’s effort yielded one run on one hit.

Mid-Game:
The Mohawks responded in the fourth and fifth innings, tying the game initially and then taking a brief lead. Timely hits by Jackson Natili and Cade Ladehoff, coupled with a wild pitch, brought in their first two runs.

Stallions Response:
Saugerties tied the game at 2-2 in the sixth, with Andrew Amato walking, advancing on successive plays, and scoring thanks to aggressive baserunning and smart hits by teammates like Nate Manley.

Critical Eighth Inning:
Amsterdam seized control in the bottom of the eighth with a decisive four-run inning. Key hits and strategic baserunning exploited the Stallions’ pitching changes, with Jackson Coen struggling on the mound, allowing five hits and four earned runs.

Closing Efforts:
The Stallions were set down in order in the ninth, unable to overcome the deficit and falling 6-3. Amsterdam’s pitching was strong late in the game, with Manny Santos closing out the last two innings with four strikeouts and no hits allowed.

Key Performances

Saugerties Stallions:

Mario Trivella: 1 HR, 1 RBI, 1 run scored
Nate Manley: 2 hits, strong defensive plays
Jean Michael Cuello: 1 RBI

Amsterdam Mohawks:

Cade Ladehoff: 2 doubles, 2 RBI
Jackson Natili: 3 hits, 2 runs scored
Manny Santos: Winning pitcher with strong late-game performance

Pitching Stats:

Saugerties: Jackson Coen took the loss, giving up the decisive runs in the eighth.
Amsterdam: Manny Santos earned the win with flawless late relief.

Record and Standings
With this loss, the Saugerties Stallions move to a record of 15-4-1, still holding second place in the PGCBL East Division. The Amsterdam Mohawks (16-3) improved their lead in the division slightly with this victory.

Up Next
The Stallions look to bounce back in their next game away against the last place Glens Falls Dragons (3-12) and continue their chase for the top spot in the division 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.