Bristol Eastern opened the CIAC Class L tournament with a 2‑0 victory over Cheshire, a game that unfolded under a steady drizzle at the local diamond.
Noah Molinsky took the mound and delivered a complete game, allowing just three hits while striking out three batters, keeping the Eagles firmly in control.
Cheshire’s starter Dylan Scalice was equally impressive, fanning nine opponents over the first six innings and limiting the Eastern offense early on.
A Seventh‑Inning Surge
The breakthrough came in the top of the seventh, when Bristol Eastern manufactured both of its runs in quick succession.
Drew Martineau sparked the rally with a clean single to center field, and Noah Albert followed with a sharp double to right‑center that brought home the second run.
Catcher Dustyn Cumagun’s arm proved decisive, gunning down two Cheshire baserunners attempting to steal, a factor that helped preserve the lead.
The entire contest lasted just 1 hour and 38 minutes, underscoring the efficiency of both pitching staffs.
With the win, the #20 Eagles advance to meet Wolcott Tech, while the #13 Rams finish the season at 12‑9.