A Game Cut Short
A sudden downpour over Harwich on Saturday forced the cancellation of the 2026 Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star Game at Whitehouse Field after just two scoreless innings and seven pitches into the third. The rain, which had been intermittent all afternoon, intensified, prompting league officials to call an early end to the midsummer showcase.
The brief contest saw West starter Brady St. Pierre take the mound for Hyannis Harbor Hawks, while East ace Angel Cervantes struck out two batters in his lone inning. Both pitchers, along with relievers Kenyon Collins, Max Luzarraga, and Ethan Baiotto, were left watching the skies as the field turned slick and the crowd dispersed.
Earlier in the day, the home‑run derby had already provided a moment of triumph for Cotuit Kettleers outfielder/catcher Brady Christman, whose powerful swing secured the title and offered a bright spot amid the gloom. Players and coaches expressed disappointment but largely understood the decision, citing safety concerns and prior family commitments that could not be rescheduled.
Among those affected were West roster members such as Bub Terrell, Ben Slanker, Coen Niclai, Jacob Lee, Naulivou Lauaki Jr., Rob Rispoli, Colin Larson, JP Peltier, Jamie Shevchik, Steve Englert, and Dennis Cook, all of whom had prepared for the event with high expectations. Their reflections underscored the camaraderie and mutual respect that define the league, even as the rain forced an unexpected conclusion.