On This Date: April 27, 1970

April 27, 1970 — Ron Ritsick collects three hits, one of them a two-run triple, to help Tamaqua earn a 9-4 Hughie McGeehan League victory over Freeland. Ritsick’s triple comes during a five-run first inning. Tony Forte contributes two hits and a pair of runs scored, while Gene Boyle adds two hits, a run and two RBIs. The Blue Raiders, coached by Durbin Wagner, also receive a hit and three runs from Fran Boyle. Mike Heller gains the pitching win, striking out seven.