The Harwich Mariners and the Chatham Anglers traded blows on the Cape Cod baseball diamond on Saturday night, but it was the Mariners who ultimately seized a walk‑off victory in the ninth inning, sending the crowd home with a thrilling finish.
Boston College left‑hander Brady Miller opened the game on the mound, delivering two clean innings that set a steady tone for his team and kept the Anglers off the scoreboard early.
San Jose State right‑hander Tyler Albanese followed with three near‑perfect frames, allowing just two hits and two walks while maintaining the Mariners’ lead.
Chone James proved indispensable, first cutting down a runner with a pinpoint throw in scoring position and then laying down a sacrifice bunt that loaded the bases and shifted momentum in Harwich’s favor.
The decisive moment arrived when Sean O’Leary drew a walk that plated the winning run, marking the first walk‑off of the season for the Mariners and sparking celebration among the home fans.
A Test Against the Kettleers
Looking ahead, the Mariners are scheduled to meet the Cotuit Kettleers on Tuesday at 5 p.m., a matchup that promises another test of their late‑game resilience.