UTICA, Mich. – The Eastside Diamond Hoppers (11-6) erupted for 10 runs in the first two innings and never looked back, cruising to a 12–5 win over the Utica Unicorns (9-8) in the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader.
Jorge Gonzalez was electric at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two doubles and four RBIs, including a pair of run-scoring hits in the first and second innings. Andrew Bergeron added power with a 2-run home run in the third and scored three times. David Kedrow chipped in a perfect 3-for-3 day with three RBIs of his own.
The offensive surge gave starting pitcher Pierce Banks plenty of cushion as he improved to 5-0 on the season, tossing three innings and working around early walks.
Notable Performers:
- Jorge Gonzalez (EDH) – 2-for-3, 2 doubles, 4 RBI, 1 run, 1 walk
- Andrew Bergeron (EDH) – 2-for-3, 2-run HR, 3 runs, 1 walk
- David Kedrow (EDH) – 3-for-3, 3 RBI
- Sam Schner (EDH) – 2-for-2, 3 runs, 2 walks, stolen base
- Silas Butler (EDH) – 2-for-4, 2 RBI, 1 run
- Thomas Collins (UU) – 2-for-3, 2 RBI
- Sam Buduris (UU) – 2-for-3, 2-run homer
The post Hoppers Hammer Unicorns with 12-Run Outburst appeared first on United Shore Professional Baseball League (USPBL).
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