Royal Oak, MI – July 16, 2024 – The Rockford Rivets demonstrated a commanding 8-3 victory over the Royal Oak Leprechauns. The game showcased stellar performances from key players, highlighting the Rivets’ dominance on both offense and defense. The Rivets surged ahead early, posting 3 runs in the 1st inning and adding 4 more in the 2nd, establishing an early lead that they maintained throughout the game. Bobby Atkinson’s home run in the 2nd inning and Maddox Mihalakis’ 2 RBIs were instrumental in securing the lead. The Leprechauns struggled to respond, managing only 3 runs late in the game.
Key Players:
- Bobby Atkinson (1B) led the Rivets with 4 hits and 3 RBIs, including a home run.
- Maddox Mihalakis (3B) contributed significantly with 3 hits and 2 RBIs.
- Noah Wathen (Pitcher) delivered a stellar performance, pitching 5 scoreless innings with 3 strikeouts to earn the win.
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The Rockford Rivets are a member of the finest developmental league for elite college baseball players, the Northwoods League. The Northwoods League is the proven leader in the development of elite college baseball players. Entering its’ 31st season, the Northwoods League is the largest organized baseball league in the world with 26 teams, drawing significantly more fans in a friendly ballpark experience than any league of its kind. A valuable training ground for coaches, umpires, and front office staff, over 350 Northwoods League players have advanced to Major League Baseball, including three-time All-Star and 2016 Roberto Clemente Award winner Curtis Granderson, three-time Cy Young Award winner and World Series Champion Max Scherzer (TEX), two-time World Series Champions Ben Zobrist and Brandon Crawford (STL) and World Series Champion Chris Sale (ATL). As well as 2019 Rookie of the Year and 2019/2021 Home Run Derby Champion Pete Alonso (NYM) and 2023 World Series Champion, 2021 and 2023 All-Star, MLB Gold Glove winner, and two-time All-MLB first-team shortstop Marcus Semien (TEX). All league games are viewable live via the Northwoods League website. League games are viewable live at watchnwl.com and on ESPN+. For more information, visit www.rockfordrivets.com or download the new Northwoods League Mobile App on the Apple App Store or on Google Play and set the Rivets as your favorite team.