Bergenfield vs – Esdrihan Shephard Placencia’s 3-for-5 day powered Bergenfield’s 9-6 win over Dumont, with key pitching contributions throughout.
Bergenfield sent Dumont to a tough finish with a 9-6 win, and the difference came largely from Esdrihan Shephard Placencia, whose big day at the plate set the tone early and late.
Placencia delivered a 3-for-5 performance that included a home run and four RBIs, giving the Bears the offensive push they needed to hold off Dumont. His production helped Bergenfield build momentum in a game that stayed close enough to keep pressure on both sides.
On the mound, Andrew Suero picked up the win for Bergenfield, improving his record to 13-7. He worked 4.1 innings and struck out two batters, providing a steady presence that kept Dumont from turning early momentum into a full comeback.
Suero also contributed offensively, going 2-for-5 with an RBI and a stolen base. That two-way impact mattered in a close scoring environment, where extra baserunners and timely runs can swing late innings.
Bergenfield’s lineup continued to produce beyond their star, with David Almonte adding a double and driving in two runs. Aiden Roldan finished 2-for-4 and added a stolen base, further widening the Bears’ ability to manufacture scoring chances.
Tristan Rosario and Zander Velez each drove in a run for Bergenfield, rounding out the scoring spread. When multiple players contribute to the run total, it becomes harder for the opposing team to plan around a single hitter.
The bullpen played its part as well. Stephen Critelli pitched 1.2 innings of relief for the Bears and also reached base offensively, going 1-for-3 at the plate with a hit by pitch. That combination of relief work and on-base impact helped preserve the separation Bergenfield worked to create.
Stdrish Sheppard Placencia then finished things with a scoreless inning, allowing no hits while issuing one walk. His ability to end the game without giving Dumont extra offensive opportunities capped a complete team effort.
Dumont’s defeat came despite meaningful contributions throughout the lineup. Chase Orso took the loss, moving to 10-11, after allowing four runs on two hits while striking out four batters over three innings. Orso also stayed active offensively, going 2-for-4 with a stolen base.
Nathaniel Acevedo led Dumont’s batting effort with a 2-for-4 performance and two RBIs. Ryan McKenna and Luke Sobek each collected two hits, while Dylan Mendez, Isaac Funez, and Jarett Carramusa added one hit apiece.
Eric Orso scored twice for Dumont and drew two walks, signaling that the lineup found ways to get on base even when Bergenfield’s pitching limited bigger damage. Those runs, however, weren’t enough to overcome the Bears’ overall production.
With the 9-6 result. Bergenfield’s balanced night stood out: one player delivered the power and RBIs. the starting pitching kept the game from slipping away. and the bullpen closed the door at the end.. For Dumont. the loss underscores the fine margins in games decided by a handful of key plays—especially when multiple hitters on the other side reach for extra bases and drive in runs.
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