July 27 2023 The Martinez Sturgeon defeated the Lancaster Sound Breakers 7-3 at Waterfront Park. Martinez scored twice in the first inning, added a run in the third, three in the fourth and one in the sixth to secure the victory. Lancaster scored once in each of the second, third and fourth innings but was held scoreless over the final five frames.
Dave Kyriacou led Martinez with two hits, two runs and two RBIs, including his seventh home run of the season.
Sam Freedman added a hit and three RBIs, while
Eric Whitfield went 2-for-4 with a run and an RBI.
Tony Riley also drove in a run. Martinez finished with seven hits and two doubles, while Lancaster collected nine hits.
Harrison Aiken earned the win after allowing three runs, one earned, on eight hits in seven innings. He walked four and struck out three.
Erik Estrada worked two scoreless innings in relief, allowing one hit and striking out two.
Evan Antonellis had three hits and two walks for Lancaster, and
Luke Smith went 2-for-4 with a run scored.
Brandon Ross took the loss after allowing six runs, five earned, on six hits in four innings, with five walks and four strikeouts.
Manuel Ochoa pitched three innings and allowed one run, while
Nico ODonnell retired all three batters he faced.
