The Bourne Braves secured a commanding 7-2 victory over the Orleans Firebirds on Tuesday, a result that stretches their advantage at the top of the West Division and underscores their early-season dominance.
The offensive fireworks were anchored by shortstop Blake Schaaf, center fielder Rustan Rigdon and left‑fielder Andrew Costello, who combined for seven hits and five runs batted in. Schaaf was especially sharp, going 3-for-3 with a walk and three runs scored, while Rigdon drove in three runs and Costello added two.
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Both Costello and Schaaf sit atop the league’s batting charts this season, and their hot streaks have been on full display. Rigdon, meanwhile, is batting .319 in July and logged his fourth multi‑hit game of the month, underscoring his consistency.
On the mound, right‑hander Tyler Baird delivered a standout performance, striking out eight batters – the most by any Braves pitcher this year – while the lineup went 6-for-13 with runners in scoring position, a testament to the team’s clutch hitting.
Looking ahead, the Braves are slated for three matchups over the next five days, a stretch that could further solidify their lead as they chase a playoff berth.