2026-07-15

Saugerties Stallions Erupt for 15-3 Win Over Glens Falls Dragons at Cantine Field

The Saugerties Stallions broke open a close game with a pair of huge innings, piling up 13 runs across the fourth and fifth frames to rout the Glens Falls Dragons, 15-3, on Wednesday night at Cantine Field.

After trading early runs, Saugerties seized control with a six-run fourth inning and followed up with a seven-run outburst in the fifth, turning a 1-1 contest into a runaway. The Stallions finished with 13 hits and drew 14 walks, capitalizing on every opportunity to secure a decisive home victory.

Stallions Break Out in the Middle Innings

The game was tied 1-1 through three innings before Saugerties’ offense found its rhythm. In the bottom of the fourth, Drew Freeman singled home Nick Croce to put the Stallions ahead. Jack Beyl followed with an RBI single, and Cooper Schmidt delivered a two-run double to center, advancing to third on an error. Steven Ramirez capped the rally with a two-run single to right, giving Saugerties a commanding 7-1 lead.

The Stallions didn’t let up in the fifth. Michael Lebenson doubled to center to drive in another run, and the Dragons’ pitching staff struggled to find the strike zone, issuing four walks in the inning. Cooper Schmidt and Aiden Schmidt both drew bases-loaded walks, and Steven Ramirez added another RBI single. Danny Surowiec walked to force in a run, and Christian Bernanardini contributed a sacrifice fly. The inning’s highlight came when Steven Ramirez stole home, pushing the lead to 14-1.

Jack Beyl added an RBI double in the sixth, giving Saugerties its 15th run.

Early Scoring and Glens Falls’ Response

Saugerties opened the scoring in the first inning when Aiden Schmidt walked and later scored on a sacrifice fly by Danny Surowiec. Glens Falls answered in the top of the second as Taye Robinson singled and came around to score on Jack Rigabar’s RBI single, briefly tying the game at 1-1.

After Saugerties’ offensive explosion in the middle innings, Glens Falls managed two runs in the seventh. With the bases loaded, Jack Ploppert doubled to left field, driving in Billy Barthel and Will Rudolph. However, it was too little, too late, as the Dragons could not overcome the deficit.

Offensive Leaders for Saugerties

The Stallions’ lineup featured contributions up and down the order:

  • Steven Ramirez went 3-for-4 with three RBIs, including two run-scoring singles during the big fourth and fifth innings. He also scored once and stole home in the fifth.
  • Drew Freeman reached base three times, going 2-for-2 with three runs scored, an RBI, and a walk.
  • Jack Beyl delivered a pair of hits, including a run-scoring single in the fourth and an RBI double in the sixth, finishing with two RBIs and two runs.
  • Cooper Schmidt drove in three runs, including a two-run double and a bases-loaded walk, while scoring twice.
  • Aiden Schmidt scored three times, reached base four times (one hit, three walks), and added an RBI walk.
  • Michael Lebenson was 2-for-3 with two runs scored, an RBI double, and a walk.
  • Nick Croce and Jack Beyl each collected two hits and scored twice.

Saugerties worked 14 walks and had five players with multi-hit games.

Pitching and Defense

Kyle McDermott started for Saugerties and delivered five strong innings, limiting Glens Falls to three hits and one run while striking out three and walking two. He earned the win, throwing 70 pitches and keeping the Dragons’ bats quiet until the game was out of reach.

Vincent Fusco finished the final two innings, allowing two runs on one hit and five walks, but preserved the double-digit lead.

Defensively, Saugerties played a clean game without committing an error, while Glens Falls was charged with one miscue that helped extend the fourth inning.

Dragons’ Highlights

For Glens Falls, Jack Rigabar had an RBI single in the second, and Jack Ploppert provided the only extra-base hit for the Dragons with a two-run double in the seventh. Taye Robinson, Billy Barthel, and Will Rudolph each scored a run.

On the mound, RJ Ensel started and allowed seven runs (all earned) on nine hits and five walks over four innings. Relievers Jay Creighton and Max Palermo combined to allow eight more runs as the Stallions continued to apply pressure.

Game Wrap-Up

Saugerties’ offensive surge in the fourth and fifth innings proved decisive, as the Stallions rolled to a 15-3 victory over Glens Falls. The Dragons managed just four hits and were unable to keep pace after the early innings. Saugerties’ combination of timely hitting, patience at the plate, and solid pitching secured a convincing win at home.

Box Score Notes

  • Final Score: Saugerties Stallions 15, Glens Falls Dragons 3
  • Hits: Saugerties 13, Glens Falls 4
  • Errors: Saugerties 0, Glens Falls 1
  • Key Innings: Saugerties scored 6 in the 4th and 7 in the 5th
  • Saugerties Standouts:
    • Steven Ramirez: 3-for-4, 3 RBI, 1 R, stole home
    • Drew Freeman: 2-for-2, 3 R, 1 RBI, 1 BB
    • Jack Beyl: 2-for-3, 2 RBI, 2 R, 1 BB
    • Cooper Schmidt: 1-for-4, 3 RBI, 2 R, 1 BB
    • Aiden Schmidt: 1-for-2, 3 R, 1 RBI, 3 BB
    • Michael Lebenson: 2-for-3, 2 R, 1 RBI, 1 BB
  • Pitching:
    • Kyle McDermott (W): 5.0 IP, 3 H, 1 ER, 2 BB, 3 SO
    • Vincent Fusco: 2.0 IP, 1 H, 2 ER, 5 BB, 2 SO
  • Glens Falls Highlights:
    • Jack Rigabar: 1-for-1, RBI, 1 BB
    • Jack Ploppert: 1-for-2, 2 RBI, 1 BB

Saugerties moves forward with a strong offensive showing, while Glens Falls will look to regroup after a tough night on the road.