Columbia has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging 3.86 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Monday. They came up short against the Bethlehem Central Eagles, falling 12-0. The Blue Devils were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Columbia's loss was their first in the league, dropping their league record down to 2-1 and their overall record down to 3-4. As for Bethlehem Central, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 5-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Columbia will face off against Ichabod Crane at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Blue Devils 3.9, the Riders 3.8) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Bethlehem Central, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Colonie Central at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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