On This Date: May 19, 1981

May 19, 1981 — Tom Smelas collects three hits and knocks in three runs to help Palmerton post a 9-2 Centennial League victory over Northwestern. Smelas hits an RBI single during a five-run first inning, which also features a three-run homer off the bat of Steve Kolnik. Robby Endres contributes two doubles and three RBIs to the Blue Bombers’ effort, while Jerry Snyder adds a single, triple and two runs scored. Mike Sander earns the pitching win, allowing five hits while striking out six.