Hoppers Explode Early, Top Unicorns 8-3

UTICA, Mich. – A six-run second inning proved to be the difference as the Eastside Diamond Hoppers (6-5) defeated the Utica Unicorns (6-5), 8-3, on Saturday afternoon at Jimmy John’s Field.

The Hoppers sent 11 men to the plate in the second inning, capitalizing on timely hits and free passes. Jayson Willers’ two-run double and Andrew Bergeron’s RBI single highlighted the rally. The Unicorns chipped away with a run in the fourth and two in the eighth, but the early deficit proved too much to overcome.

Unicorns pitching settled in after the second, but the offense was held to just four hits on the afternoon. The Hoppers drew 11 walks and swiped seven bags in a well-rounded performance.

Notable Performances

• Andrew Bergeron (HOP): 2-for-4, RBI, 2 R, BB, SB
• Jayson Willers (HOP): 2-RBI double, BB, 1 R
• Jude Drzemiecki (UNI): 2-for-3, RBI double, BB
• Pierce Banks (HOP): 5.0 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 5 BB, 2 K (Win)
• Sam Schmitt (UNI): 3.0 IP in relief, 3 H, 0 R, 4 K

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