Saugerties Stallions Overpower Glens Falls Dragons, 13-1, Behind Explosive Offense and Kyle McDermott’s Gem

The Saugerties Stallions erupted for 13 runs on 17 hits and received a dominant pitching performance from Kyle McDermott to defeat the Glens Falls Dragons 13-1 on Tuesday night at East Field in PGCBL action.

Saugerties seized control early, scoring in each of the first five innings and capitalizing on four Glens Falls errors to build an insurmountable lead. The Stallions’ offense was paced by Magnus Krieger’s four-hit, four-RBI night, while McDermott silenced the Dragons over seven innings, allowing just three hits and striking out 10.

Stallions Build Early Lead and Break Game Open

After a scoreless first inning, Saugerties jumped ahead in the top of the second. Anthony Depetro started the rally by scoring on a bases-loaded walk to Cooper Schmidt. Moments later, Magnus Krieger crossed the plate on a miscue by the Dragons’ third baseman, giving the Stallions a 2-0 lead.

The Stallions kept the pressure on in the third. Nick Croce doubled home Danny Surowiec, and Krieger followed with an RBI single to plate Croce, extending the margin to 4-0.

Saugerties continued to pile on in the fourth. Aiden Schmidt scored on Anthony Depetro’s sacrifice fly, and the Stallions executed a double steal, with Nick Croce swiping second and Steven Ramirez stealing home for a 6-0 advantage. Krieger delivered again with his second RBI single of the night, scoring Croce and making it 7-0.

Six-Run Fifth Seals the Outcome

The Stallions broke the game wide open in the fifth, sending 10 batters to the plate and scoring six runs, aided by a pair of costly Glens Falls errors. Danny Surowiec reached on an error that allowed two runs to score, then advanced to third on a throwing error by the pitcher, with Steven Ramirez racing home to make it 10-0. Croce added an RBI single, and Krieger capped the outburst with a two-run triple to left, pushing the lead to 13-0.

Dragons Avoid the Shutout

Glens Falls managed to get on the scoreboard in the bottom of the sixth. Giorgio Pantepinto singled and later scored on a sacrifice fly by Taye Robinson, but that would be the Dragons’ only run of the night.

Offensive Leaders for Saugerties

The Stallions’ lineup produced up and down the order:

Magnus Krieger led the way, finishing 4-for-4 with a triple, four RBIs, and a run scored.
Nick Croce went 2-for-4 with three runs scored, two RBIs, a double, and a stolen base.
Anthony Depetro reached base three times, scoring twice and driving in a run.
Steven Ramirez contributed two hits, two runs, and two stolen bases.
Ethan Stipp added three hits and scored a run.
Danny Surowiec scored twice and collected two hits.

Saugerties capitalized on four Glens Falls errors, which led to six unearned runs.

McDermott Dominates on the Mound

Kyle McDermott was in command from the start, limiting the Dragons to just three hits and one run over seven innings. The right-hander struck out 10 and walked five, throwing 119 pitches to earn the win. McDermott did not allow a hit until the fourth inning and worked out of trouble in the sixth after issuing a pair of walks.

Glens Falls Offense Stymied

The Dragons managed just three hits—one each from Giorgio Pantepinto, Alex Kerr, and Shane Hoover. Glens Falls hitters struck out 13 times and left several runners stranded. Four errors in the field compounded their struggles.

On the mound, Billy Kind took the loss, allowing seven runs (six earned) on nine hits over four innings. Anders Lowkes and Caleb Nelson followed in relief, with Lowkes surrendering six runs (one earned) in two innings.

Game Wrap-Up

Saugerties scored in each of the first five innings, including a six-run fifth, to put the game out of reach. The Stallions’ 13 runs and 17 hits were more than enough support for McDermott, who delivered one of his strongest outings of the season. Glens Falls was unable to recover after falling behind early, committing four errors and managing only a single run.

The Stallions’ victory improves their standing in the league, while the Dragons will look to regroup after a tough night at East Field.

Box Score Notes

Final: Saugerties Stallions 13, Glens Falls Dragons 1
Saugerties Stallions: 13 R, 17 H, 0 E
Glens Falls Dragons: 1 R, 3 H, 4 E

Key Hitters — Saugerties Stallions:

Magnus Krieger: 4-for-4, triple, 4 RBI, 1 R
Nick Croce: 2-for-4, double, 3 R, 2 RBI, SB
Anthony Depetro: 2-for-3, 2 R, RBI, BB
Steven Ramirez: 2-for-3, 2 R, 2 BB, 2 SB
Ethan Stipp: 3-for-4, R

Pitching:

Kyle McDermott (Saugerties): 6.0 IP, 3 H, 1 R, 1 ER, 5 BB, 10 SO (Win)

Key Play:

Six-run fifth inning for Saugerties, highlighted by a two-run triple from Magnus Krieger and multiple Glens Falls errors.

Notable:

Saugerties scored in each of the first five innings.
Glens Falls committed four errors, leading to six unearned runs.
The Dragons’ only run came on a Taye Robinson sacrifice fly in the sixth.