DAY 10 > ‘September Madness’ Is Almost Over!
56 GAMES HAVE BEEN PLAYED IN 9 DAYS; ONLY 2 MORE GAMES REMAIN IN THE 2011 TP TOURNAMENT
After playing the Mosquito Division Championship Game yesterday evening, the 2011 edition of the Toronto Playgrounds House League Baseball Tournament continues today with the Peewee Division Championship Game.
The annual tournament to wrap up the season is a baseball lover's delight with a cornucopia of games from four age divisions being played over four diamonds at Christie Pits and Bickford Park over the course of ten days (weather permitting).
You can keep track of all the scores and game accounts every evening of the tournament via the website and Twitter.
Final scores will be uploaded to twitter (@TPbaseballnews) as they come in.
Updated playoff game accounts, pictures and scores will be posted on the website nightly.
PLEASE NOTE THAT TONIGHT'S PEEWEE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME HAS AN UPDATED START TIME OF 7:15 P.M.
If the weather is questionable for tonight's Peewee Final, parents and players are strongly advised to check either Twitter (@TPbaseballnews); the Twitter Sidebar on the main page of our website or the TP Hotline (416-392-1914, Press 4) at 6:15 p.m. for the latest weather update concerning the status of your game.
If we're not able to play the Peewee Championship Game this Thursday evening, it will be rescheduled to Friday, September 16 at 7:15 p.m (Diamond # 2).
Only 2 games remain! Come on down to the ballpark and partake in 'September Madness' before it sets in the horizon!
MOSQUITO > Day 9: Cardinals Defeat Cubs 9-6 To Win Mosquito Division Championship
IN AN EXCITING AND WELL PLAYED GAME BY BOTH TEAMS, THE CARDS SOARED TO VICTORY
CARDINALS > 2011 Toronto Playgrounds Mosquito Division Champions
In an exciting Mosquito Division Final by both teams this evening at Diamond # 2, the Cardinals took flight and defeated the Cubs 9-6 in five innings to win the Toronto Playgrounds Mosquito Championship.
The game was a thrilling battle between two balanced squads as the lead changed hands several times in the early innings.
The Cardinals raise the TP Mosquito Division Championship Trophy.
With the Cubs (1) ahead 2-0 after the first inning, the Cardinals (3) used a disciplined approach at the plate in the top of the second to draw six walks (plus a single) and take a 4-2 lead.
Trailing 6-2 after 2 ½ innings, the Cubs tenaciously clawed back with three runs in their half of the third to cut the deficit to one.
With two outs and the tying run at first base, Sasha (6) of the Cubs hit a triple to left field. However, the potential tying run was gunned down at the plate on a spectacular 7-1-2 defensive play by the Cardinals.
Another defensive gem in the bottom of the third was a super catch made by Cardinals pitcher Maxwell (4) who caught a scorching liner hit by John (10) of the Cubs to rob him of a sure hit and record the second out in the inning.
The Cardinals punched across two more runs in the top of the fourth to increase their lead to 8-5.
In the bottom of the fifth, Bennett (14) of the Cardinals mowed down the Cubs 1-2-3 on three strikeouts.
Trailing 9-5, the Cubs gamely scored one to trail by three. However, Bennett struck out another three Cubs and closed out the game and the championship victory.
The Cardinals were blessed with stellar pitching and a stingy defense as they stymied the Cubs for most of the game. Their ability to keep the Cubs off the basepaths for the majority of the proceedings was a huge factor in their victory.
Cardinal pitchers Pierce (13), Maxwell (4) and Bennett (14) combined to limit a potent Cubbies batting lineup to six runs while conceding seven hits; issuing three walks and striking out nine.
Another key factor in the win was the Cardinals ability to make the most of the offensive opportunities presented to them by a usually stingy Cubs bullpen.
Congratulations to Cardinals Head Coach Coach Colin Moynihan and Assistant Coaches Andrew Duncan, Michael Goldsmith and Gordon Belray in leading the team to the 2011 TP Mosquito Division Championship.
Please click on the following links to access more pictures from the Cardinals Championship Party:
September 14, 2011 > Cardinals: Mosquito Championship Celebration
September 14, 2011 > Cardinals: Mosquito Championship Trophy Collage
DAY 9 > ‘September Madness’ Begins To Wind Down
WITH TONIGHT'S MOSQUITO DIVISION FINAL, THERE ARE ONLY 3 GAMES LEFT IN THE 2011 TP TOURNAMENT
After playing two more semi-final games yesterday evening, the 2011 edition of the Toronto Playgrounds House League Baseball Tournament continues today with the Mosquito Division Championship Game.
The annual tournament to wrap up the season is a baseball lover's delight with a cornucopia of games from four age divisions being played over four diamonds at Christie Pits and Bickford Park.
You can keep track of all the scores and game accounts every evening of the tournament via the website and Twitter.
Final scores will be uploaded to twitter (@TPbaseballnews) as they come in.
Updated playoff game accounts and scores will be posted on the website nightly.
If the weather is questionable for tonight's Mosquito Final, parents and players are strongly advised to check either Twitter (@TPbaseballnews); the Twitter Sidebar on the main page of our website or the TP Hotline (416-392-1914, Press 4) at 5:00 p.m. for the latest weather update concerning the status of your game.
If we're not able to play the Mosquito Championship Game this Wednesday evening, it will be rescheduled for Thursday, September 15 at 6:00 p.m (Diamond # 2).
Only 3 games remain! Come on down to the ballpark and enjoy "September Madness" before it's over!
MOSQUITO > Day 8: Cardinals Defeat Dodgers 12-3
WITH SEMI-FINAL WIN, THE CARDS ADVANCE TO MOSQUITO CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL AGAINST THE CUBS
CARDINAL POWER > Left to right: Pierce (13) and Maxwell (4) combined to allow only three Dodgers runs over four innings.
In a quaint Mosquito Division semi-final game at Diamond # 2 this evening, the Cardinals defeated the Dodgers 12-3 in five innings to advance to the Mosquito Championship Game against the Cubs (1).
Lukas (8) of the Cardinals delivered three RBI's and scored three times.
The Cardinals (3) were firing on all pistons both offensively and defensively in a dominating performance against the Dodgers (2).
Stellar Cardinals pitching from Pierce (13), Maxwell (4) and Lukas (8) limited the Dodgers to three runs. The troika allowed only five hits while allowing seven walks and striking out nine during the proceedings.
The Cardinals offense made the most of their opportunities as they constructed an early 8-3 lead through 2 ½ innings and continued to build on it in the latter innings . Keying the attack was a three RBI performance from Lukas (8) who also scored three times (2 AB; 2 H (1 double); 3 R; 1 W).
The Cardinals will play the Cubs in tomorrow's (Wednesday, September 14) Mosquito Championship Game at Diamond # 2 at 6:00 p.m.
If the weather is questionable, parents and players are strongly advised to check either Twitter (@TPbaseballnews); the Twitter Sidebar on the main page of our website or the TP Hotline (416-392-1914, Press 4) at 5:00 p.m. for the latest weather update concerning the status of your game.
If we're not able to play the Mosquito Championship Game on Wednesday, it will be rescheduled for Thursday, September 15 at 6:00 p.m (Diamond # 2).
TP UPDATE > Peewee Championship Game Start Time Revision
PEEWEE DIVISION FINAL BETWEEN THE ROYALS & YANKEES HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO A 7:15 P.M. START TIME
The Toronto Playgrounds Baseball Committee has announced a time revision for the Peewee Championship Game scheduled for Thursday, September 15.
The Peewee Final between the Royals (1) and Yankees (3) (originally set to begin at 6:30 p.m.) will now start at 7:15 p.m.
If the weather is questionable, parents and players are strongly advised to check either Twitter (@TPbaseballnews); the Twitter Sidebar on the main page of our website or the TP Hotline (416-392-1914, Press 4) at 6:15 p.m. for the latest weather update concerning the status of your game.
If we're not able to play the Peewee Championship Game on Thursday, it will be rescheduled for Friday, September 16 at 7:15 p.m (Diamond # 2).
PEEWEE: Day 8 > Yankees Defeat Orioles 14-9
WITH SEMI-FINAL WIN, YANKEES ADVANCE TO A PEEWEE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWDOWN AGAINST THE ROYALS
Ben (12) of the Yankees scored one run and had two clutch hits (one double) which delivered three RBI's in the victory (2 AB; 2 H; 1 R; 3 RBI).
In a cool and breezy Peewee Division semi-final game at Diamond # 2 tonight, the Yankees defeated the Orioles 14-9 in six innings to advance to the Peewee Championship Game against the Royals (1).
Davey (15) of the Orioles hit a towering three run home run over the fence in left field in the top of the sixth inning.
The Yankees (3) used an elixir of stellar pitching, solid defense, plate discipline and timely hitting to beat the Orioles (2).
In progressive stages, the Yanks made the most of their opportunities in building their lead (6-2 after two innings; 7-3 after three and 10-5 after five). In fact, the patient Yankees batting order drew eight walks and pounded out thirteen hits (four doubles).
The Yankees pitching brigade of Michael (3); Jacob (5) and Cameron (10) combined to limit a potent Orioles batting order to only five runs through five innings. The troika allowed only nine hits, five walks and struck out seven.
Additionally, the Yankees pitching crew was backed up by some solid defense. One highlight was first baseman Malcolm's unassisted double play in the bottom of the first where he snared a sizzling liner off the bat of Patrick (10) of the Orioles and had the wherewithal to step on bag at first to double off Iain (4) of the O's who had prematurely ran to second.
Trailing by nine runs in the top of the sixth, the Orioles punched across four runs to trim the deficit to five. The highlight was a majestic three-run home run by Davey (15) of the Orioles which cleared the Dominico Field (a.k.a. Diamond # 1) fence in left field.
Despite being roughed up, Cameron of the Yankees eventually struck out three Orioles to close out the game.
The Yankees will play the Royals on Thursday evening (September 15) at Diamond # 2 in the Peewee Championship Game.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PEEWEE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO START AT 7:15 P.M.
If the weather is questionable, parents and players are strongly advised to check either Twitter (@TPbaseballnews); the Twitter Sidebar on the main page of our website or the TP Hotline (416-392-1914, Press 4) at 6:15 p.m. for the latest weather update concerning the status of your game.
If we're not able to play the Peewee Championship Game on Thursday, it will be rescheduled for Friday, September 16 at 7:15 p.m (Diamond # 2).
DAY 8 > ‘September Madness’ Takes Flight With Two More Semi-Final Games Tonight!
WITH TWO MORE GAMES COMPLETED, THERE ARE ONLY 5 GAMES LEFT IN THE 2011 TP TOURNAMENT
After playing two semi-final games yesterday evening, the 2011 edition of the Toronto Playgrounds House League Baseball Tournament continues today with two more scheduled playoff games.
The annual tournament to wrap up the season is a baseball lover's delight with a cornucopia of games from four age divisions being played over four diamonds at Christie Pits and Bickford Park.
You can keep track of all the scores and game accounts every evening of the tournament via the website and Twitter.
Final scores will be uploaded to twitter (@TPbaseballnews) as they come in.
Updated playoff game accounts and scores will be posted on the website nightly.
Only 5 games remain! Come on down to the ballpark and savour "September Madness" before it's over!
PEEWEE > Day 7: Royals Manhandle Jays 14-2
WITH THE SEMI-FINAL WIN, THE ROYALS ADVANCE TO THE PEEWEE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
A MOUND OF CONFIDENCE > Royals Coach Rob Ball holds a pitching mound conference with his players during their 14-2 Peewee semi-final win.
In a lopsided Peewee Division semi-final game tonight at Diamond # 2, the Royals manhandled the Jays 14-2 in six innings to advance to the Peewee Championship Game.
The Royals (1) were firing on all cylinders as they executed with focused precision both offensively and defensively against the Jays (4).
The Royals pitching squad and defense dominated the Jays as they held their opponent off the scoreboard for four straight innings. In fact, the stellar Royals pitching brigade of Jamie (2), Simon (1), Reid (15) and David (8) combined to allow only two runs and two hits over six innings.
Additionally, the Royals pitchers were backed up by some solid defensive play throughout the game. Most memorable were three consecutive 4-3 putouts by Royals second baseman Carlos (12) in the second inning which robbed the Jays of some sure hits.
Meanwhile, the Royals offense made the most of their opportunities in constructing a 13-0 lead by the fourth inning. The disciplined Royals offensive machine drew six walks and pounded out twelve hits (5 doubles) during the proceedings.
The Royals now await the winner of the other Peewee semi-final between the Orioles (2) and the Yankees (3) scheduled for tomorrow night.
MOSQUITO > Day 7: Cubs Defeat Pirates 7-4
WITH THE SEMI-FINAL VICTORY, THE CUBBIES ADVANCE TO THE MOSQUITO CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
Both Aiden (8) and John Eric (4) of the Cubs pitched two stellar innings each in leading their team to victory in the Mosquito Division semi-final game
In a well played Mosquito Semi-Final game on Diamond # 2 this evening, the Cubs defeated the Pirates 7-4 in six innings to advance to the Mosquito Division Championship Game.
Angus (2) of the Pirates pitched a scoreless third inning.
With the Cubs (1) leading 5-1 after 3 innings, the Pirates (4) rallied with three runs in the top of the fourth to make it a one run game. However, the Cubs punched across two insurance runs in the top of the fifth to put the game away.
The difference in the game between the two Mosquito semi-finalists was execution. The Cubs made the most of their offensive opportunities and the Pirates did not. Whereas the Cubbies cashed in most of their baserunners with timely hits, the Bucs left the bases loaded in the first two innings with only one run to show for it.
Once again, the stellar Cubs pitching squad held their opponent in neutral. John Eric (4) pitched two scoreless innings to pick up the win (2 IP; 0 ER; 3 H; 0 W; 2 K). Aiden (8) of the Cubs also pitched two solid innings while giving up only one run and striking out two (2 IP; 1 ER; 1 H; 3 W; 2 K).
Kudos to Angus (2) of the Pirates who pitched a scoreless third inning (1 IP; 0 ER; 0 H; 1 W; 2K).
The Cubs now await the winner of the other Mosquito semi-final between the Dodgers (2) and Cardinals (3) scheduled for tomorrow evening.
DAY 7 > ‘September Madness’ Rolls On!
WITH 51 GAMES PLAYED IN THE LAST SIX DAYS, THERE ARE ONLY 7 GAMES LEFT IN THE TP TOURNAMENT
After playing thirteen more games on Sunday, the 2011 edition of the Toronto Playgrounds House League Baseball Tournament continues today with two more scheduled playoff games.
The annual tournament to wrap up the season is a baseball lover's delight with a cornucopia of games from four age divisions being played over four diamonds at Christie Pits and Bickford Park.
You can keep track of all the scores and game accounts every evening of the tournament via the website and Twitter.
Final scores will be uploaded to twitter (@TPbaseballnews) as they come in.
Updated standings, scores and other news will be posted on the website nightly.
Only 7 games remain! Come on down to the ballpark and experience "September Madness" before it's over!