2026-07-09

Saugerties Stallions’ Late Rally Falls Short in 9-8 Loss to Glens Falls Dragons

The Saugerties Stallions nearly erased a nine-run deficit with a furious late rally, but ultimately fell just short, dropping a 9-8 decision to the Glens Falls Dragons on Tuesday night at Cantine Field.

After falling behind 9-0 through five innings, Saugerties mounted a dramatic comeback, scoring three runs in the seventh and five more in the ninth. The Stallions brought the tying and winning runs aboard in the final frame, but Glens Falls held on to secure the win in a game that saw both teams combine for 22 hits and four errors.

Glens Falls Builds Commanding Lead Early

The Dragons struck first in the opening inning. Tyler McKillop reached on an error and came around to score when Tyler Worth doubled to center field, giving Glens Falls a quick 1-0 edge.

The third inning proved pivotal as Glens Falls sent eight men to the plate and scored four times. Tyler Worth delivered a two-run single, bringing home Rene Vega and Shane Hoover. Taye Robinson followed with a two-run single of his own, scoring Worth and McKillop to stretch the lead to 5-0.

Glens Falls continued to pile on in the fifth. Worth singled home two more runs, and then came around to score on a passed ball. Derek Diaz capped the inning with an RBI single, pushing the Dragons’ advantage to 9-0.

Saugerties’ Bullpen Slams the Door

After the fifth, the Stallions’ bullpen clamped down. Matt Murtagh provided four scoreless innings in relief, striking out six and allowing just four hits and two walks, giving Saugerties a chance to claw back into the game.

Stallions Begin Comeback in the Seventh

Saugerties finally broke through in the bottom of the seventh. With two on and one out, Michael Hanna singled to center field, driving in Jack Beyl and Jayden Hamilton for the Stallions’ first two runs. Steven Ramirez followed with an RBI single to right, scoring Cooper Schmidt and trimming the deficit to 9-3.

Ninth-Inning Surge Nearly Flips the Script

The Stallions’ offense erupted again in the ninth. Michael Lebenson walked and scored when Cooper Schmidt reached on an error by the Dragons’ second baseman. Jack Beyl walked and Michael Hanna delivered the game’s biggest hit for Saugerties—a two-run triple to left that brought home Schmidt and Beyl, making it 9-6.

With the momentum fully shifted, Danny Surowiec singled to right to plate Hanna, and Steven Ramirez scored on another error by the Dragons’ second baseman after Anthony Depetro reached first, bringing the Stallions within a run at 9-8. With the tying and winning runs on base, Glens Falls reliever Dominick Weidtman managed to record the final outs, preserving the Dragons’ narrow victory.

Standout Performances

Glens Falls was led by Tyler Worth, who went 4-for-5 with two runs scored and five RBIs. Worth drove in runs in the first, third, and fifth innings, and scored twice himself. Taye Robinson added two hits, two RBIs, a run scored, and a walk. Derek Diaz chipped in with a pair of hits and an RBI.

For Saugerties, Michael Hanna sparked the offense late, going 2-for-4 with a triple, four RBIs, a run scored, and a walk. Cooper Schmidt reached base three times, scored twice, and drove in a run. Jack Beyl walked twice and scored twice, while Steven Ramirez contributed a hit, an RBI, and a run.

On the mound, Glens Falls starter Billy Kind tossed four shutout innings, allowing just three hits and four walks while striking out two. Jay Creighton followed with two scoreless frames. The Stallions’ Matt Murtagh was outstanding in relief, shutting down the Dragons over the final four innings with six strikeouts and no runs allowed.

Defensive Notes

Both teams struggled defensively, combining for four errors. Two late miscues by the Dragons’ second baseman helped fuel the Stallions’ ninth-inning rally, allowing three unearned runs to score in the final frame.

Final Moments

Despite the late surge and bringing the winning run to the plate, the Stallions’ comeback fell just short. Saugerties finished with eight runs on eight hits, while Glens Falls tallied nine runs on 14 hits. The loss drops Saugerties in a game that showcased resilience and late-inning drama, while Glens Falls escaped with a hard-fought road victory.

Box Score Notes

  • Glens Falls Dragons: 9 R, 14 H, 2 E
    • Tyler Worth: 4-for-5, 2 R, 5 RBI
    • Taye Robinson: 2-for-4, 2 RBI, 1 R, 1 BB
    • Derek Diaz: 2-for-4, RBI
    • Billy Kind: 4.0 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 4 BB, 2 SO
  • Saugerties Stallions: 8 R, 8 H, 2 E
    • Michael Hanna: 2-for-4, 4 RBI, 1 R, triple, walk
    • Cooper Schmidt: 2-for-4, 2 R, RBI, walk
    • Steven Ramirez: 1-for-4, RBI, R, walk
    • Matt Murtagh: 4.0 IP, 4 H, 0 R, 6 SO
  • Key innings: Glens Falls scored four in the third and four in the fifth; Saugerties scored three in the seventh and five in the ninth.
  • Errors: Each team committed two errors; two Glens Falls errors in the ninth aided the Stallions’ rally.