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Riversharks Capitalize On 5 Patriots Errors To Win 3-2

The Camden Riversharks (9-18, 38-59) defeated the Somerset Patriots (15-12, 65-32) 3-2 before 7,889 fans at TD Bank Ballpark on Friday night

Bridgewater, NJ- The Camden Riversharks (9-18, 38-59) defeated the Somerset Patriots (15-12, 65-32) 3-2 before 7,889 fans at TD Bank Ballpark on Friday night.

The Riversharks took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first on a fielder’s choice that allowed Carlos Guzman to reach first safely and bring home Michael Rockett.

Somerset answered with two runs in the bottom of the second inning to take a 2-0 lead. Mat Gamel drove home Robert Andino on an RBI triple and later scored on an error.

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An error in the top of the third allowed Zach MacPhee to score and tie up the game 2-2.

The game remained tied at 2-2 until the top of the ninth inning when a fielder’s choice allowed Eric Frain to score for the 3-2 final.

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T.J Chism (2-2) earned the win with a scoreless inning pitched. Buddy Boshers (3-1) suffered the loss, allowing a run in an inning pitched. Matt Gorgen earned his 21st save of the season.

The 2015 Somerset Patriots Season presented by Ford will continue at home on Saturday night for a 7:05 pm game against the Camden Riversharks. For tickets, stop by the Ticket Office located at TD Bank Ballpark, call (908) 252-0700 or visit www.somersetpatriots.com

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