2008 AAA Game Reports
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Date of Game - 07/02/08
Division - AAA
Home - Rangers 8
Visitor - Red Sox 5
Game Comments:
In the exciting AAA Championship game, the Red Sox came out strong in the first two innings, scoring a total of 4 runs while keeping the Rangers at bay behind the strong pitching of Brendan Cross. Red Sox batters Brian Dunn, Neal Farmer, Nick Mercurio and Nick Kalivas got the Red Sox offense off to a strong start. Rangers pitchers Michael Cravatis and Brendan Donahue, with great catching by Josh Mentzer and Patrick Duffill, were able to keep the Rangers in striking distance. The Rangers batters broke it open in the 5th inning with 5 runs to take the lead with hits by Kevin Hebert, Dominic deBernardo, Michael Cravatis, James Curley, Connor McCarthy and Brett Rice. The Rangers were able to hold the Red Sox scoreless in the 6th inning, securing the victory and the AAA Championship for the 2008 season. It was an excellent game played by both teams - the Rangers would like to congratulate the Red Sox as well as all of the other AAA Teams for a great season. Looking forward to next year!

Date of Game - 07/01/08
Division - AAA
Home - Red Sox 10
Visitor - Athletics 7
Game Comments:
In a nail bitter of a game the Red Sox battled the A's back and forth Nick Mercurio started on the mound for the Soxs and brought them into the sixth. Nick Kalivas came in to relieve and Cam MacLeod to close. This was a true team effort as well with singles by Kevin Smith, Patrick Berry and Cam MacLeod. RBI's by Neal Farmer and Joe DeMercurio. Stolen bases by Andrew Dunn and Brendan Cross. Brian Dunn was his usual brillant self behind the plate, and Kristen McCarthy kept the outfield in check. The A's pitchers Aaron DiBella, Jon Larcam, and Paul O'Connor lead the A's to a third place finish in the playoffs, but it would be the Red Sox 10 to 7 victory that would allow the Sox to move on to play the 1st place Rangers.

Date of Game - 6/30/08
Division - AAA
Home - Tigers 9
Visitor - Athletics 10
Game Comments:
This game was representative of what Little League baseball is all about. Great sportmanship and great baseball. The A's had no luck with the Tigers in 3 tries during regular season play, but came out on top when it counted as this one went into extra innings with both teams tied at 7 after 6 innings. Corey Crossley took the mound for the A's and went 3 1/3 innings providing 5 strike outs. Kyle Cahill came in for relief for 3 2/3 innings, striking out 5 batters. Offensively, the A's bats were playing sweet music to any coaches ears, as they collectively produced 15 hits led by Paul O'Connor who went 4 for 4 with 2 singles and 2 doubles, 4 RBI's and scored 2 times followed by Aaron DiBella who went 3 for 4 with 2 doubles and a single, Jake Downie was 2 for 4 with 2 singles and 3 RBI's, Corey Crossley went 1 for 2 with a double and reached base on an error, walked 2 times and scored all 4 times. Kyle Cahill, Danny Lynch, DJ Fielding, Chris Macdonald (doubled) and Jon Larcom each had 1 hit a piece. The Tigers had hurlers John Bernard and Matt Gianetta who combined their efforts for 6 strike outs, while the Tigers catcher Zach Powers gunned down 2 Athletics baserunners and solid defensive play kept them in the game. The Tigers bats generated 10 hits led by the bats of Matt Gianetta (3 for 2 with 2 singles), John Bernard (3 for 2 with a single and double), Alec Cianfrocca (3 for 2 with a single and triple). Courtney Cashman, Zach Powers, Steve Suchcicki and Matt Costa each provide hits. What a Great Game!!!

Date of Game - 06/29/08
Division - AAA
Home - Athletics 5
Visitor - Indians 4
Game Comments:
This game had hearts pounding until the very end. The game was suspended on June 29th due to rain and play resumed on Monday, June 30th with the A's in front with a score of 5 to 2. But when the game was over the Indians had rallied during their last at bat in the 6th inning to score 2 runs, keeping the A's fans and players on the edge of their seats before they were finally put to rest with great defensive plays by the A's. The A's were able to take the win due to great pitching from Jake Downie who pitched 3 innings of 1 hit shut out baseball with 5 strike outs. Chris Macdonald took the mound on Monday when play resumed and took care of business and maintained his composure while the Indians rallied in the last inning to score 2 runs. Offensively, the A's bats produced 10 hits as Aaron DiBella (single & double), Danny Lynch (single & double with 2 RBI's), Corey Crossley (2 triples with 2 RBI's) and DJ Fielding (2 singles with 1 RBI) all went 2 for 2. Jon Larcom and Jake Whitmarsh also contributed with singles. Indians hurler Troy Flemming pitched a solid game through the first 4 and 2/3 innings. When play resumed on Monday, Jodi Desmond completed the game only giving up 1 hit and striking out 2 Offensively for the Indians they produced 8 hits led by Coleman Hebert and Steven Ganley going 2 for 3 while Jeremy Keon, Troy Flemming, Jody Desmond and Evan Haynes each contributed with hits.

Date of Game - 06/28/8
Division - AAA
Home - Athletics 7
Visitor - Royals 3
Game Comments:
The Athletics came up winners and beat the Royals 7 to 3 as the A's pitching led by starter Danny Lynch and followed by Paul O'Connor and Chris Macdonald was solid throughout the entire game allowing only 2 hits,3 runs and striking out 9 batters. The great pitching was supported with great bats as the A's banged out 13 hits (6 in the first inning)as Corey Crossley went 3 for 3 with 3 singles, Aaron DiBella 2 for 3 with a triple, Chris Macdonald 2 for 3 and Kyle Cahill going 2 for 2. Paul O'Connor , DJ Fielding Steven Nalbandian and Jake Downie each contributing with hits. The Royals had hurlers Mike Majenski and George Dimopoulos on the hill combining their efforts for 6 strike outs. The Royals offense was led by Zack Tarricone and Matt Olszak, each providing hits.

Date of Game - 06/28
Division - AAA
Home - Red Sox 10
Visitor - Indians 1
Game Comments:
Red Sox remained in the winners bracket with another great team effort. Brendan Cross threw 4 innings and had 8 strikeouts, Andrew Dunn 5 strikeouts in one and 2/3 innings. Patrick Berry came in to close the game with one pitch. Anders Salmonsen of the Indians slammed one to CF, Red Sox Kristen McCarthy threw the ball to cutoff man Andrew Dunn who threw to 3rd baseman Kevin Smith who put the tag on for the final out. In true Red Sox fashion this game did not go without hits. Brendan Cross a triple. double for Andrew Dunn, multiple hits by Patrick Berry, Singles by Nick Kalivas and Joe DeMercurio. Solid playing by Cam MacLeod, Nick Mercurio, Neal Farmer and Brian Dunn as usual was great behind the plate. Indians RF Coleman Hebert caught a flyball and threw to catcher Tyler Jackowski for a tag at homeplate. Some great plays by both teams. Red Sox 10 Indians 1.

Date of Game - 06/26
Division - AAA
Home - Tigers 12
Visitor - Athletics 9
Game Comments:
The Tigers came out roaring in their first playoff game against the A's. Tigers "Ace" Courtney Cashman was stellar on the mound. Closer John Bernard kept the A's in check saving the victory for Cashman. Outfielders Alec Cianfrocca, Andrew Cianfrocca, and Adam Pomerantz did their jobs blocking balls and making timely throws to save runs. Chris Nourai was his usual acrobatic self making diving catches along with his partner Andre Veatch creating a combo that is unmatched on defense. Matt Costa, Matt Gianetta and 1st baseman Zach Powers all contributed in the field to keep the A's offensive attack to a minimum. Tigers offense was led by slugger Matt Gianetta who got his 2nd homerun of the year, also contributing was Andre Veatch 3-4, Matt Costa 2-3, and Alec Cianfrocca with a shot to the fence for a mighty triple. The A's fought back the entire game with hits by Danny Lynch 3-3, Corey Crossley, DJ Fielding, Chris MacDonald, Jon Larcom, and a shot that both teams thought was "out of the park" by A's slugger Paul O'Connor. Defense by catcher Danny Lynch, DJ Fielding, and Kyle Cahill with help by the pitching of Jake Downie and Paul O'Connor kept the A's in the game and within striking distance. This by far was the most exciting game of the year by both the A's and Tiger's with great displays of pitching, hitting, defense, base running, and sportsmanship.

Date of Game - 6/26/08
Division - AAA
Home - Angels 4
Visitor - Indians 7
Game Comments:
In the opening round of AAA Playoffs, the Indians defeated the Angels 7-4.For almost 4 full innings, the Indians' Steven Ganley and the Angels' Patrick
Cunningham battled impressively on the mound. Ganley recorded 10 SO'S, while Cunningham had 5 SO's and just 2 hits allowed. The Indians were led at the plate by Tyler Jackowski,Kyle Gagne and Jody Desmond (2 hits each). Also contributing with big hits were John Lebrun and Evan Haynes. For the Angels Will McGuiness was solid with 2 hits and strong play behind the plate.Tristan Gillis , Cam Bornstein and Ryan McGinnis had great games for the Angels.

Date of Game - 06/26/08
Division - AAA
Home - Red Sox 10
Visitor - Devil Rays 4
Game Comments:
Red Sox started off with 2 runs by Kristen McCarthy and Brian Dunn. The 2nd inning Brian Dunn hit a double and was driven home by Neal Farmer who also doubled. The 4th inning the D-Rays came back and 3 runs were scored by Chris Davis, Matt Joy and Ben Curry. The Sox came back in the fifth and scored 4 more runs with a base clearing triple by Neal Farmer and two more came in from Brendan Cross and Nick Mercurio. On the defensive side, Cam MacLeod with 3 and 2/3 innings with 9 strike outsl Andrew Dunn came in as middle reliever and Nick Kalivas closed out the last inning. Outfield was covered with Joseph DeMercurio stopping runs with his quick return to the infield, a diving catch by Neal Farmer in Center, Patrick Berry at 2nd and Kevin Smith playing some smart ball at third.

Date of Game - 6/26/08
Division - AAA
Home - Rangers 6
Visitor - Royals 4
Game Comments:
It was an exciting start to the first round of the playoffs! Great pitching by Andrew Olszak of the Royals held the Rangers to only 4 runs in 4 innings - only to be outdone by Michael Cravatis of the Rangers who held the Royals to only 2 runs in 5 innings with 8 strike-outs. It was a tight game all the way! The Rangers were able to score runs with hits by David Chanlatte, Brendan Donahue, Mike Cravatis, Patrick Duffill, Daniel Cote, and Josh Mentzer. The Royals fought back with hits by Patrick Staff, Matt Olszak, Ryan Berry, and Andrew Olszak. To make the game even closer, the Royals came back in the 6th inning with 2 more runs - but the Rangers defense, with an outstanding catch by 3rd baseman James Curley, were able to hold on to the lead for the victory.

Date of Game - 6/22
Division - AAA
Home - Indians 2
Visitor - Red Sox 22
Game Comments:
Indians Jeremy Koen and Troy Fleming scored runs for the Indians with hits from Anders Salmonsen and Stephen Ganley. However it would be the Red Soxs night. The pitching of Brendan Cross was superb, going into the sixth, with Neal Farmer closing it out. Minor A callup Joe Soucey made a diving catch in centerfield, along with hitting a double. Andrew Dunn had an inside the park home run. Triples from Kevin Smith and Nick Mercurio, Cam MacLeod went 4 for 5, and singles from Brian Dunn, Neal Farmer, Patrick Berry, and Brendan Cross. Nick Kalivas contibution on the field helped to secure the win of 22 to 2.

Date of Game - 06/21
Division - AAA
Home - Tigers 12
Visitor - Devil Rays 11
Game Comments:
This was the final time the Tigers would face the Rays in the regular season. On the hill for the Rays was the talented Chris Davis who threw 4 strong innings. The Tigers bats came to life in the 3rd scoring 3 runs led by Andre Veatch, Zach Powers driving in 2 of the 3 runs, followed by Matt Costa with an RBI. The Tigers pitcher, Courtney Cashman, held the Rays to 1 run with 5 K's until the 4th when the Rays hitting crew went to work scoring 6 runs led by sparkplug Tommy Brennan and power hitter Lucas Lentine. This seesaw ride did not stop as both teams gave up runs and faught to get them back. Rays defensive stadouts were Ben Curry who made great outfield and 1st base plays, Zach Schutz, Lucas Lentine, Tommy Brennan who kept things in check behind the dish. Call-up Joe DiStasio did Minor A proud getting a base hit along with good fielding skills. Skylar Falite had a great effort on the mound along with his excellent speed and base running skills. This effort by the Rays made for a classic ending to a great game. With the score tied, Tigers Matt Gianetta led off in the bottom of the 6th with a shot to the fence ending up on 2nd base, Matt Costa came through with a hard hit shot to 1st base advancing Matt Gianetta to 3rd base. This set the stage for slugger Alec Cianfrocca who hit a monster shot to LF to drive in the winning run.

Date of Game - 6/21
Division - AAA
Home - Angels 0
Visitor - Red Sox 6
Game Comments:
This was the Red Sox day as they shut out the 2nd place Angels 6 - 0. Nick Mercurio and Nick Kalivas made a great team on the mound racking up 13 strikeouts. The bats also were hot with Singles by Cam MacLeod, Nick Mercurio, Andrew Dunn and Neal Farmer. Kevin "Hot Dog" Smith had a triple and double, Brendan Cross a single and double, and Brian Dunn slammed a triple. Kristen McCarthy and Patrick Berry had sacrifice outs. Great fielding and base running for a total team effort. Willy McGiness great catching for the Angels kept the score low, a hit by Dan Scottgale but the Angels couldn't get things going stranding bases loaded twice.

Date of Game - 06/21
Division - AAA
Home - Athletics 4
Visitor - Royals 5
Game Comments:
A defensive battle was decided in the 6th inning, and won by the Royal's 5-4 over the Athletic's on a beautiful and warm night at Brown2. Great pitching performances were turned in by Jacob Downie (3 innings, 4Ks, 3 runs) and Paul O'Conner (3 Innings, 6Ks, 2runs) of the Athletics, and Madison Hoffmeester (3 Innings, 3Ks, 4runs) and Andrew Olszak of the Royals. Andrew Olszak pitched a gem, shutting out the A's over the final 3 innings, while striking out seven A's, the last two with the tying run on 3rd base and the final out with the bases loaded. Batting stars for the A's were Corey Crossley with a single, double and rbi, and Aaron DiBella, Kyle Cahill, Steve Clements and DJ Fielding each with a base hit. Batting well for the Royals were Ryan Berry with three hits in three at bats with 2 rbi, Andrew Olszak with a single, double and run scored, Shivam Patel with a single and double and run scored, Zach Tarricone with a strong single to left and an rbi, and Andrew Moles with a single and walk and 2 runs scored, including the game winner in the top of the 6th inning.

Date of Game - 6/20/08
Division - AAA
Home - Red Sox 6
Visitor - Rangers 9
Game Comments:
The Rangers kept the power-hitting Red Sox at bay under great pitching by David Chanlatte, who pitched 5 strong innings, striking out 7, and giving up only 6 runs. The Red Sox batters consistently held the lead until the 5th inning, with hits by Andrew Dunn, Kevin Smith, Nick Mercurio, Brian Dunn and Brendan Cross. The Red Sox pitcher, Andrew Dunn, kept the Rangers' bats quiet, giving up only 2 runs in the first 4 innings. The Rangers bats came alive with a 7-run 5th inning; David Chanlatte, James Curley, Mike Cravatis Mike Plansky and Daniel Cote all got hits for the Rangers.
Josh Mentzer, relief pitcher for the Rangers, pitched a shut-out sixth inning backed up with an outstanding catch by center fielder Dominic deBernardo which ended the game.

Date of Game - 6/20/08
Division - AAA
Home - Angels 24
Visitor - Indians 8
Game Comments:
Brian Powers, Ryan McGinnis, and Cam Bornstein combined to walk only 5 batters, strike out seven, and give up 10 hits as the Angels defeated the Indians, 24-8. Every Angel had at least one RBI with William McGuinness, Ryan McGinnis, Tristan Gillis, and Sam Montanari getting two ribbies each. The Angels defense was led by Rhahil(Yaz) Khasgiwale, Stelio Vatousious, Dan Benson, Keegan O'Donnell, Patrick Cunningham and Dan Scottgale. The Indians were led by the excellant all around play of Jeremy Koen,Coleman Hebert and Anders Salmonsen.

Date of Game - 06/19/08
Division - AAA
Home - Devil Rays 5
Visitor - Rangers 6
Game Comments:
On a beautiful sunny afternoon, the Rangers and Devil Rays squared off for a 5-inning make-up game. The Rangers' Brendan Donahue dominated the mound, giving up only 2 runs in 4 innings with 8 strike-outs. Brendan was backed up by great defense, with David Chanlatte making an amazing horizontal catch at first base, and Mike Cravatis making several tough plays at short-stop. The Rangers scored all of their 6 runs in the first 3 innings, with hits by James Curley, Brendan Donahue, Mike Cravatis, Connor McCarthy and Patrick Duffill. The Devil Rays Ben Curry, and Matthew Joy pitched an excellent game, keeping the Rangers at bay during the 4th and 5th innings. During their last ups in the 5th inning, the Devil Rays' bats came alive, with 3 runs with hits by Ben Curry, Zach Schutz, and Chris Davis. In a tense moment, with bases loaded, Rangers' pitcher, Dominic deBernado, ended the inning with a strike-out, keeping the Rangers in the lead by a single run.

Date of Game - 06/18
Division - AAA
Home - Athletics 5
Visitor - Tigers 8
Game Comments:
The A's and Tigers came to play tonight. Tigers bats got the game off to a quick start with 5 runs in the 1st and 2 runs in the 2nd. The Tigers offense was led by Zach Powers 3-3, Chris Nourai 3-4, Courtney Cashman 2-3, and other hits by Andre Veatch, Steve Suchcicki, Matt Costa, and Andrew Cianfrocca. Pitching by Ace Steve Suchcicki went 4 1/2 innings with 8 strike outs to keep the A's bats in check. Courtney Cashman also pitched well to clinch the victory. Good defensive skill was also on display behind the plate by Zach Powers and Chris Nourai. Matt Gianetta also contributed with good athletic catches in the field. Adam Pomerantz made skillful plays to keep runs down. The A's made the game close with strong pitching by Danny Lynch and good fielding skills of DJ Fielding and Paul O'Connor. The A's offense was led by Cory Crossley 2-3, Paul O'Connor 2-2, hits by Jake Downie, and DJ Fielding 2-2.

Date of Game - 06/17/08
Division - AAA
Home - Indians 4
Visitor - Rangers 14
Game Comments:
The Rangers and Indians had a good old-fashioned pitchers' duel between Mike Cravatis of the Rangers and Jeremy Koen of the Indians during the first four innings of this exciting game. The Rangers bats were able to break it open with a big 9-run 5th inning. Patrick Duffill, Dominic deBernardo, Brett Rice, Kevin Hebert, Connor McCarthy and Rangers' call-up players Devonn Allen and Joe Masterson all hit safely. The Indians made a valiant effort to keep the score close, with hits by Jeremy Koen, Anders Salmonsen, Jody Desmond, Coleman Hebert, and Indians' call-up player Matt Andreas. But the Rangers relief pitcher, Dominic deBernardo ended the game with 6 strike outs in the final two innings.
Great baseball was played by all.

Date of Game - 06/16
Division - AAA
Home - Devil Rays 19
Visitor - Royals 19
Game Comments:
A hard fought battle ended under the cover of darkness as the Devil Ray's rallied and tied the game in the bottom of the sixth, and the Royals defense held on to tie 19-19 with the winning run on 3rd base. A tight strike zone made for difficult pitching in the first few innings, as both starting pitchers used over 70 pitches before getting through the 3rd inning. Pitching tough for the D-Rays was Zach Armand, Chris Davis, and Skylar Falite. For the Royals, strong pitching performances were turned in by Ryan Berry, Micahel Maijenski and Matthew Olszak. For the Devil Rays, big hits were turned in by Eric Ramsdell (1hit, 1run scored and 1 rbi tieing game in the 6th), Zach Armand (2hits, 2rbi, 2runs scored), Chris Davis(2hits, a double, 2rbi and 3rs), Matt Joy(triple, 4rbi, 2rs) and Chris Brown( 2 hits, 1rs). For the Royals, big at bats were turned in by Matt Olszak (2 hits, double, 1rbi, 4runs scored), Andrew Olszak (2hits, triple, 3rbi, 3rs), Patrick Staaf (1hit, 1rbi, 3rs), Ryan Berry (1hit, 3rbi, 1 rs) and Zach Tarricone(1rbi, 1rs in 2at bats before leaving because of illness). The best defensive play of the night was turned in by Andrew Olszak when he jumped up and caught a hard liner, and ran to catch the runner off of 2nd base for a double play.

Date of Game - 06/15/08
Division - AAA
Home - Red Sox 8
Visitor - Athletics 12
Game Comments:
The Red Sox and the Athletics met for the third and final time in regular season play with the Athletics coming out on top. Pitching was great for both teams with the A's hurler Jake Downie going 3 1/3 innings with 8 strike outs and Kyle Cahill going 2/3 of an inning allowing no runs, while A's relief pitcher Paul O'Connor kept the Red Sox from scoring any runs for the last 2 innings. The A's got started in the first inning when Chris MacDonald reach first base on an error and with 2 outs Corey "Hit it Out" Crossley (went 3 for 4) connected for his 3rd home run of the season. Kyle Cahill and Steven Nalbandian contributed with 2 hits each while Danny Lynch (tripled again #4 of season), Paul O'Connor (doubled), Aaron DiBella (tripled), Jake Downie and DJ Fielding both singled. The Red Sox pitching was aces as well as Nick Mercurio and Andrew Dunn combined their efforts firing 12 strike outs. The Red Sox bats produced 6 hits with Cameron Macleod leading the pack going 2 for 3 with Brian Dunn, Brendan Cross, Joe DeMercurio and Nick Kalivas each contributing with hits.

Date of Game - 06/15/08
Division - AAA
Home - Rangers 8
Visitor - Angels 7
Game Comments:
In a nail-biter of a game, David Chanlatte pitched 4 strong innings for the Rangers, giving up only 5 runs in 4 innings with good relief from Dominic deBernardo and Daniel Cote. But their efforts were matched by the strong pitching of the Angels' Sam Montanari and Pat Cunningham. Superb outfielding by the Angels' Rhahil Khasgilwale, who made 4 outstanding fly-ball catches, kept the game close. Rangers fought back with multiple hits by David Chanlatte, Kevin Hebert, Mike Cravatis, and Daniel Cote.
Although the Angels displayed great batting by Daniel Benson, Cam Bornstein, and Dan Scottsgale, the Rangers came back in the bottom of the 6th inning to score 2 runs - one with a steal by Mike Cravatis, and the last one with a game-winning walk-off single by Mike Plansky. It was an exciting ending to an intense game!

Date of Game - 06/15
Division - AAA
Home - Tigers 16
Visitor - Indians 16
Game Comments:
The Tigers had the best game of their lives tonight against the Indians. Andre Veatch was on fire allowing only 6 runs while he occupied the mound for almost a full 4 innings. Great defensive plays by Alec Cianfrocca at 3rd, John Bernard at 2nd, Andrew Cianfrocca at LF, Adam Pomerantz at RF, and a timely double play by Courtney Cashman at short to end the inning. The Tigers offense was led by Chris Nourai 3-5, Andre Veatch 4-5, hits by John Bernard, Andrew and Alec Cianfrocca, 4 BB for Steve Suchcicki, and a clutch hit by Zach Powers in the bottom of the 6th with 2 outs, a man on 3rd, to drive in the tying run before getting injured on the play. Excellent play and sportsmanship by Jody Desmond, Coleman Hebert, Jeremy Koen, and Anders Salmonsen for the Indians.

Date of Game - 06/14
Division - AAA
Home - Devil Rays 8
Visitor - Red Sox 7
Game Comments:
Finishing off a week where they beat both first place teams the Devil Rays fielded, hit and chanted their way to victory over the Red Sox in a thriller on Saturday. The Rays dominated early as Ben Curry showed why he is one of the best pitchers in the league, going 4 solid innings and only letting up 2 runs. Led by the hitting of Tommy Brennan, Zach Armand and Matt Joy, and the defense of Chris Brown, Sam Gesualdi and Zach Schutz the Rays jumped out to a 6-2 lead after 5 innings but unfortuantely left too many men on base, leaving the door open for the potent Red Sox lineup. And sure enough the Red Sox struck hard in their last ups as Cam Macleod drive in 2 runs and then with 2 outs Andrew Dunn hit a shot into the gap driving in 2 more to tie the game. Not to be outdone by his brother, Brian Dunn then laced a single off the pitcher's glove to give the Red Sox the lead 7-6. But Rays reliever Skylar Falite buckled down and stopped the bleeding and it was now the Rays' turn to rally. Eric Ramsdell led off with a walk, then stole second and third and then took home on an over-throw to tie the game. Ben Curry worked out a walk to get the winning run on base and then after two strikeouts Tommy Brennan once again came thru with a clutch hit putting runners on 2nd and 3rd. But they weren't there long as Lucas Lentine needed only one pitch to line a shot up the middle for the walkoff win.

Date of Game - 06/14
Division - AAA
Home - Tigers 6
Visitor - Angels 5
Game Comments:
Today,the Angels and Tigers met for the second time this season to play ball after the Home Run Derby/DALL Picnic. On the hill, Steve Suchcicki pitched with authority keeping the Angels to 1 run through the 1st four innings. The Tigers defense was amazing with great plays by Matt Costa (2nd baseman) who caught a well-hit fly ball behind his back while running toward right field looking over his shoulder, Alec Cianfrocca made a running catch in left field on a monster smash hit by Ryan McGinnis, Zach Powers behind the plate throwing out 2 batters trying to steal 2nd base, Matt "hoover" Gianetta stopped any ball that came his way at short. Scoring against the Angels was not easy. Courtney Cashman got a BB in the 1st and power hitter Zach Powers drove her home with a double. In the 2nd, Matt Gianetta got things rolling with a double that was hit to the fence and then was driven home by a triple from Matt Costa. The bats came alive once again in the 4th with hits by Courtney Cashman, John Bernard, and Zach Powers to score 4 more runs. The Angels came alive in the 5th scoring 3 runs. Flamethrower Brian Powers went the distance to keep the Angels close for the entire game. The Angels bats came alive once again in the 6th with a leadoff double by speedster Willie McGuinness driven home with a hit to 1st base by Brian Powers. The Angels attack kept going with a single by Ryan McGinnis who stole 2nd and 3rd on 2 pass balls. With the tying run on 3rd, pitcher John Bernard of the Tigers struck the final 2 batters out to seal the deal protecting the 1 run lead and saving the win for Steve Suchcicki.

Date of Game - 6/14/08
Division - AAA
Home - Indians 6
Visitor - Athletics 0
Game Comments:
In a pitcher's duel between the Indians' Jody Desmond(10k'S) and the A's Danny Lynch(6K'S), the Indians prevailed 6-0. Jeremy Koen(2 hits.3runs) and Anders Salmonsen(2 hits)and Sean Gibbons(1 hit 1 run) led the Indians' attack.Coleman Hebert,Troy Fleming and Desmond played solid defense to help the Tribe keep the A's bats in check. For the A' Danny Lynch, John Larcom and Steve Nalbandian had good contributions in the field and at the plate.

Date of Game - 06/12
Division - AAA
Home - Red Sox 3
Visitor - Tigers 6
Game Comments:
The Tigers played their best game of the season last night against the 1st place Red Sox. Pitching was key with supurb performances by Courtney Cashman, Steve Suchcicki, and closer Andre Veatch. It was a tight game until the 2nd inning when the Tigers bats came alive scoring all 6 runs. Lead off hitter Chris Nourai started off the show with a base hit to get things rolling. Andre Veatch , Courtney Cashman, Zach Powers, Steve Suchcicki, John Bernard, Alec Cianfrocca and Matt Costa all had hits with Adam Pomerantz also driving in runs. Defense was also a factor with excellent play by catcher Zach Powers, Matt Costa at 2nd base, and Adam Pomerantz in right field made great stops to keep the Red Sox to 3 runs. All working as a unit to obtain the much needed victory. Red Sox pitcher, Brendan Cross, went the distance throwing 87 pitches to keep the Red Sox within striking distance. The Sox offense was led by Nick kalivas 2-3, Kevin Smith 2-3, Joe DiMercurio, Brian Dunn, and Neal Farmer. Good defense was also on display with great play by Cam MacLeod, Nick Mercurio, and Kristen McCarthy. The Sox gave their all in this well played ball game, but were no match for the Tigers. Great sportsmanship was on display the entire game making a great game to take in.

Date of Game - 06/13/08
Division - AAA
Home - Rangers 21
Visitor - Devil Rays 17
Game Comments:
The Rangers' bats came out swinging with a 13-run 1st inning. Rangers' hitters included David Chanlatte, Dominic deBernardo, Patrick Duffill, James Curley, Kevin Hebert, and Josh Mentzer; Brendan Donahue topped off the evening with an inside-the-park home run. Michael Cravatis pitched 4 strong innings, allowing only 4 runs. The Devil Rays' Tom Brennan, Lucas Lentine, Chris Brown, Chris Davis, and Zach Armand fought back with great hits, topped with a triple by Matthew Joy. Despite a 10-run 6th inning by the Devil Rays, the Rangers managed to hold the lead to secure the victory.

Date of Game - 6/12/08
Division - AAA
Home - Athletics 9
Visitor - Angels 10
Game Comments:
For the second time this season, Corey Crossely of the Athletics and Ryan McGinnis of the Angels locked up in a close pitchers dual. Both pitchers were outstanding and were supported by excellant defense. The game was a see saw battle with each teams taking leads and coming from behind but the Angels held on behind their stellar closer Keegan O'Donnell to win a thriller, 10-9, and give Ryan McGinnis his fifth victory of the season. The Angels offense was led by William McGuinness(four for four, with four RBI's and three runs scored) and Brian Powers(2 RBI's) while Paul O'Connor, Kyle Cahill and Aaron Dibella were big hitters for the A's. Both teams flashed the leather with great plays in the field, particularly in the last inning, as the Athletic's Paul O'Connor made a perfect throw to get William McGuinness at the plate trying to stretch a triple into a home run while Shortstop Ryan McGinnis made a tremendous play with the tying run at third to throw out the speedy Dan Lynch at first by 1/2 step to end the game.

Date of Game - 06/12
Division - AAA
Home - Royals 10
Visitor - Indians 7
Game Comments:
On a beautiful night, the Royals and Indians played a hard-fought defensive battle that stayed close until the Royals pulled away with four runs in the 5th inning for a 10-7 victory. Defense was on display as the Indians turned one double play and threw out one Royal at home, and the Royals infield of Andrew Olszak, Zach Tarricone, Matt Olszak and Shivam Patel turned two double plays. Strong pitching performances were turned in by all, but especially Jody Desmond of the Indians and Michael Maijenski of the Royals. Offense for the Indians was provided by Jody Desmond with 2 hits, 3 runs scored, and Kyle Gagne with 3 hits, and by the Royals' Mike Maijenski with 3 hits, 2 runs & 3 RBI, Zach Tarricone 2 hits & 2 runs scored, Patrick Staaf with 2 hits & 1 run, Shivam Patel with 2 hits, 1 run & 2RBI, and Sam Crum with a bit hit and RBI in the decisive 5th inning.