Houghton Gremlins Sweep Calumet Copper Kings with Strong Hitting Performance

The Houghton Gremlins put on a hitting clinic at their home field on Thursday, sweeping the Calumet Copper Kings with scores of 12-3 and 14-3. The Gremlins came into the game focused on improving their hitting, and it showed as they dominated both games.

In the first game, Houghton’s Bryce Pugh delivered a stellar performance on the mound, throwing a complete six innings with eight strikeouts and only allowing one earned run. The Gremlins fell behind early as Calumet scored two runs in the first inning, but Houghton quickly responded with four runs in the second inning to take the lead. Calumet struggled with walks and errors, allowing the Gremlins to secure a 12-3 victory.

The second game followed a similar pattern, with Houghton’s Joel Durocher leading the offensive charge with three hits and four RBIs. Calumet’s pitching struggled with walks, allowing the Gremlins to score 10 runs in just two innings. Despite a late rally by the Copper Kings, Houghton sealed the win with a final score of 14-3.

Calumet’s coach David Yeo acknowledged the team’s struggles with walks and errors, but remained optimistic about the season ahead. The Copper Kings will look to bounce back in their upcoming games, while the Gremlins will take their momentum on the road to face Marquette.

Overall, it was a dominant performance by the Houghton Gremlins, showcasing their offensive firepower and solid pitching. Fans can expect more exciting games from this talented team as they continue their season.