EL1 Reading Fightin Phils

10-Game Winning Streak Snapped

Published on August 14, 2015 under Eastern League (EL1)
Reading Fightin Phils News Release


The Fightin Phils (67-51) saw their 10-game winning streak come to an end as Trenton's Ali Castillo hit a walk-off two run single to give the Thunder (62-56) a 2-1 win. Zach Eflin logged seven shutout innings and Brock Stassi hit a RBI double for Reading's lone run of the game.

Eflin and Trenton starter Caleb Smith both turned in strong performances. Smith didn't allow a run in seven innings as he gave up five hits and two walks with four strikeouts. Brodie Greene finished the game going 2 for 3 with a double. JP Crawford, Cameron Perkins, Andrew Knapp and Rene Garcia each had one hit. Knapp extended his hitting streak to 12 games.

Edubray Ramos (0-1) retired the side in the bottom of the eighth inning before running into trouble in the bottom of the ninth inning. He got Mark Payton to pop out to Rene Garcia then gave up a walk to Rob Segedin and a single to Tony Renda. Danny Oh was intentionally walked to load the bases. Ryan O'Sullivan entered the game and gave up the game-winning hit to Castillo. He was charged with a blown save.

The Fightin Phils and Thunder play game two of their series on Saturday night. First pitch is at 7:00 pm. Fans can listen to the game on CBS Sports Radio 1240 AM/98-5 FM and fightins.com beginning at 6:00 pm.

Tickets for the 2016 season are available online at Fightins.com, by phone at 610-370-BALL, and in-person at FirstEnergy Stadium.

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