By PAUL GOTHAM WEBSTER, N.Y. -- McQuaid's Will Taylor continued his dominance on the mound Tuesday evening. One week after hurling a no-hitter, the senior left-hander struck out 18 in a 5-0 Jesuit Knights' victory over host Webster Schroeder. "He was incredible against Fairport and then incredible here," said McQuaid head coach Tony Fuller referring to last week's outing at … [Read more...] about Taylor strikes out 18 in McQuaid victory
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Amerks falter badly and now face a winner-moves-on showdown in Utica
By KEVIN OKLOBZIJA The regular season provides an opportunity for hockey players to show what they’re capable of doing on the ice, where their skillset is evaluated and on display. The postseason is where they show what they’re made of. It’s a series of tests where drive and determination are measured on a par with goals, assists and saves. The Rochester Americans … [Read more...] about Amerks falter badly and now face a winner-moves-on showdown in Utica
Cavalli pulled in first as Red Wings’ win streak ends at nine
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO As unthinkable as it may seem to the average fan, Red Wings manager Matt LeCroy believes opposing batters are growing comfortable with Cade Cavalli's 97 mph fastball. "The one thing that I'm noticing now, a little bit, is his inability to throw the ball inside," LeCroy said. "I think he's gotta get back to the inside part of the plate, commanding that part … [Read more...] about Cavalli pulled in first as Red Wings’ win streak ends at nine
Smashburger Tuesday Baseball Wrap: Brockport edges out Athena; Yasses does it all for Oakfield-Alabama
MCQUAID (11-4) 5 WEBSTER SCHROEDER (13-6) 0 McQuaid's Will Taylor continued his dominance on the mound Tuesday evening. One week after hurling a no-hitter, the senior left-hander struck out 18 in the Jesuit Knights' victory. READ MORE. CHURCHVILLE-CHILI (14-6) 1 HILTON (15-3) 12 Hilton nabbed its ninth win in its last 10 behind James Capellupo's strong six innings. Capellupo … [Read more...] about Smashburger Tuesday Baseball Wrap: Brockport edges out Athena; Yasses does it all for Oakfield-Alabama
Utica’s Russo suspended 1 game for hit on Amerks’ Mersch
Pickin' Splinters staff Utica Comets defenseman Robbie Russo has been suspended for Tuesday night’s North Division semifinal game against the Rochester Americans. The suspension is punishment for his illegal check to the head of Amerks captain Michael Mersch in the closing seconds of the third period. The American Hockey League announced the disciplinary action on Tuesday … [Read more...] about Utica’s Russo suspended 1 game for hit on Amerks’ Mersch