A Pitcher's Week to Remember
The Ogden Raptors finally broke their early-season slump, stringing together back‑to‑back victories that have sparked optimism among fans and players alike.
At the center of the surge is right‑hander Nico Saltaformaggio, who sits at 3‑0 with a 1.80 ERA and was recently crowned the Pioneer Baseball League’s pitcher of the week for the May 26‑31 stretch.
His dominance was on full display in a 22‑16 marathon against Idaho Falls, a game that saw the Raptors rally from early deficits before pulling away in the later innings.
Offensive Fireworks and Crucial Plays
Veteran slugger Colson Lawrence added a solo homer and a two‑run double, while Chase Valentine delivered a clutch triple with the bases loaded that shifted momentum and put Ogden ahead 14‑10.
Meanwhile, Giuseppe Ferraro‑Nahr went 4‑for‑4, smacking a homer and crossing the plate four times, underscoring the depth of the lineup.
The series will continue Wednesday through Sunday in Idaho Falls, giving the team another chance to extend their winning streak against the same opponent.
With the Pioneer Baseball League’s official website tracking the developments, the Raptors are poised to ride this momentum into the next stretch of the schedule.