By Erika Toman

In an exciting Little League game of the week, there was a showdown between the Expos (coached by Alex Kuczkowski, sponsored by Load Side Electric) emerging victorious over team We Show Speed (coached by David Izawa, sponsored by Beyer Volvo) with a final score of 9-4.

The action kicked off in the top of the first inning when Emmett Grenfell of We Show Speed delivered a powerful single, sending his team onto the scoreboard by hitting a runner in. Grenfell continued to display his prowess in the third inning with a double, further solidifying his team’s lead to 2-0.

However, in a stunning turn of events in the bottom of the fourth inning, the Expos orchestrated a remarkable comeback, scoring five runs on three hits. The pivotal moment came with a clutch double by Devin Karnik, driving in a crucial run and swinging the momentum in favor of the Expos.

Mikey Baltrym, the starting pitcher for the Expos, exhibited remarkable skill on the mound, conceding only five hits and four runs while striking out four batters. Karnik also made a significant impact on the game, pitching one inning in relief for the Expos, conceding only one hit and striking out one batter.

Simon Coho, the starter for We Show Speed, put up a valiant effort, allowing only two hits and three runs while striking out five over three innings. Rami Sarsour and Aidan Izawa pitched in relief, notching seven strikeouts collectively.

Michael Downs and Henry Upton proved to be formidable forces in the Expos lineup, each securing two hits. Downs led the team with three runs batted in, while Max Caddy showcased his base running prowess with two stolen bases.

For We Show Speed, Grenfell led the team with two runs batted in on two hits. Aidan Izawa contributed significantly with two hits, with Will Wood and John Coomes each with one hit.

The teams continue their regular season games this week and everyone is welcome to attend! Saturday evening features the Home Run Derby and Hit a Thon championship. It’s a fun event for the entire family and everyone age 14+ is invited to participate. Go to www.fckll.org for details and to register.

FCKLL Majors Season Standings

(as of April 15)
Expos • 7-4
(Sponsored by
Load Side Electric)

Commandos • 3-8
(Sponsored by
NDI Custom Homes)

TBD • 8-3
(Sponsored by RPI Advisors)

Little City Legends • 6-5
(Sponsored by Kirk’s Army)

We Show Speed • 6-5
(sponsored by Beyer Volvo)

Clouds • 3-8
(Sponsored by
Evergreene Homes)