FCBL Worcester Bravehearts

'Hearts Hold Serve against Pittsfield

Published on June 5, 2021 under Futures Collegiate Baseball League (FCBL)
Worcester Bravehearts News Release


PITTSFIELD, MA - The Bravehearts battled back in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against Pittsfield, beating the Suns 5-1 at Wahconah Park.

Trailing 1-0 heading into the third, the 'Hearts put up three runs in the top of the frame and didn't look back. After loading the bases, Worcester broke through with an RBI single by Tayven Kelly (Penn State). Andrew Selima (Merrimack) drove in Nic Britt (William & Mary) and Sebastian Salado (Palm Beach Atlantic) on a two-run single later in the inning.

Salado helped extend the lead the next inning, when he drove Dakota Harris (Polk State) in on an RBI single of his own. An RBI groundout by Kenny Mallory Jr. (Vanderbilt) scored Selima in the top of the seventh, giving Worcester a 5-1 lead that held the rest of the way.

Nick Giattino (Amherst) got the win for Worcester. He threw three scoreless innings and gave up no hits, walking three and striking out four. Christian Womble (Cloud County) took the loss for Pittsfield, giving up four runs, three earned, on eight hits across four innings, walking two and striking out six. The save went to Worcester's Tyler Mudd (Holy Cross), who threw two scoreless innings in relief, only allowing a walk while striking out two.

Both teams sit at 5-3 after Saturday's doubleheader split.

The Bravehearts continue their road trip Sunday afternoon against the Nashua Silver Knights at Holman Stadium. First pitch is set for 3:05.

Share: Facebook | Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Reddit | Email



Futures Collegiate Baseball League Stories from June 5, 2021


The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

OurSports Central