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Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. catcher Nick Garland (10) looks into the dugout for a pitch call during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
The Central Connecticut State Blue Devils and Holy Cross Crusaders faced off for each team’s season opener on Sunday afternoon in Northboro, Massachusetts at the New England Baseball Complex. The Blue Devils picked up the 3-2 victory holding off a ninth inning rally by the Crusaders. Central Connecticut State received a strong start from All-American two way player candidate Andrew Hinckley who allowed only one hit and hit one batter while striking out seven in five shutout innings. The Blue Devils were led by Terry Bowens who went 2-4 with a run scored. You can check out some of the best pictures from the game below while the entire gallery is available by clicking here.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. pitcher Stanley Wolpiuk (21) celebrates completing the save during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. catcher Nick Garland (10) looks into the dugout for a pitch call during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. pitcher Jared Gallagher (30) throws a pitch during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. outfielder Ken Wright (32) drops his bat during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Holy Cross infielder Chris Rinaldi (2) tosses a ball to first during warm ups during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; A group of Holy Cross Crusaders hats during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Holy Cross pitcher Declan Cronin (36) tosses a pitch during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; A Central Connecticut St. players looks on during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Holy Cross pitcher Justin Finan (35) tosses a ball to first base during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. pitcher Jared Gallagher (30) warms up in the bullpen during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. head coach Charlie Hickey looks on during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; A Holy Cross player focuses before a pitch during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. infielder TT Bowens (24) celebrates a double during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Holy Cross infielder Thomas Russo (17) throws a ball to first base during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Umpire Don LaValley puts on his mask during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. infielder Andrew Hinckley (20) tosses a pitch during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
Sunday, February 19, 2017; Northboro, MA; Central Connecticut St. outfielder Tyler Coleman (3) dives back into first base during the Blue Devils 3-2 victory over the Crusaders in each team’s season opener at the New England Baseball Complex.
