Defensive Duel Ends in Range Rider Loss
June 6, 2024 - Pioneer League (PL)
Glacier Range Riders News Release
FLATHEAD VALLEY, MT. - The Glacier Range Riders (10-4) couldn't cash in with runners on in a closely fought defensive battle at Glacier Bank Park, with the Odgen Raptors (3-11) emerging with the win by a score of 3-2.
Despite getting the losing decision, Brady Held pitched strong, going five full with just one earned run against the starter. Aidan McEvoy inherited the game and was able to fire a shutout inning before Montana Quigley came on to fire the final three innings, all shutout frames.
After falling behind 3-0, the Range Riders did etch two runs across with a solo shot by Christian Kirtley in the third, followed by an RBI double off the bat of Andy Atwood in the fourth. Glacier outhit Ogden 6-5 in the contest with both sides being credited one error. Atwood and Ben Fitzgerald each had two hits, while Jake Simons was able to get himself a double in his first professional start.
The Range Riders do battle with the defending champion Ogden Raptors once again on Thursday night with a 7:05 PM first pitch from Glacier Bank Park.
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