GARFIELD, NJ -- It was the first time covering team Tainos since last year, and I now remember why I enjoyed covering their games. They are an exciting team to watch, power hitting, aggressive base running, just smart overall Softball. To add a bonus, they all have nicknames (dont believe me, look on the website at their roster!).
The Outlaws presented a tough matchup for Tainos because they are extremely similar teams in terms of their talent.
Game 1 was a close one! Tied 3-3 after the first inning, Tainos dropped 5 runs in the bottom of the 3rd courtesy of Carmine, Money, Lolin & Eddy driving in some RBI's. The Outlaws answered right back with 6 runs total in the 4th & 5th innings. Stapleton had a 2 RBI single, followed by Shawn Ellerson's 2 Run Homer to give the Outlaws a 10-8 lead after 5. The lead was extended to 11-8 after Ed's RBI single in the top of the 6th.
The Tainos monster was awoken & never looked back. They scored 8 much needed runs in the bottom of the 6th! #2 batter Sims had a clutch 3 RBI triple (again, see base running comment). Carmine sealed it with a Solo Bomb to deep right! Gee went 0-3 this game? Dude, this is Garfield NJ, not Florida! Ay Dios Mio!!!
Final Game 1:
Tainos 16
Outlaws 11
Game 2 wasn't even close. Tainos continued where they left off from Game 1, scoring 13 runs in the first 2 innings. Credit Lolin with a 2 Run Homer! Tainos were certainly more patient at the plate drawing 6 total walks in the game (Lead off man drew 2 of those, which is smart, considering his job is to get on base!).
The Outlaws came firing back scoring 8 in the bottom of the 4th. Hec has 2 RBIs, Joe had 1, Jerry had 2 & & Andre added 2 as well!
Then, the route happened! A 15 Run 6th inning by Tainos closed this game out! Everyone was hitting! What better way to finish a game then Gee redeeming himself when he tattooed a 3 Run Homer to deep right center!
The Outlaws are a good team, but Tainos are better right now!
Final Game 2:
Tainos: 32
Outlaws 14
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