Grays use big first inning to score a victory and clinch first-round bye in NUL Playoffs

By Eric Moon

August 1, 2022 9:37 PM

Published August 1, 2022 9:38 PM

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - The Gate City Grays are the two-seed in the Northern Utah League Playoffs, and they clinched the first-round bye with a 2-1 win over the league-best Hyrum Hornets Monday night.

Gate City got the offense it needed in the 1st inning. Braden Palmer led off the frame with a single, and Slayder Watterson's bunt led to a two-base error, putting runners on second and third with nobody out.

Then, on the first pitch of the next at-bat, Easton Watterson laced a ball to center field for a two-run single and a 2-0 Grays lead. Gate City held on throughout the contest for the win.

Next up, the Grays await their opponent in the second round of the NUL Playoffs.

Article Topic Follows: Local Sports

Jump to comments ↓

Eric Moon

Eric is the Sports Line director.

BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION

KIFI Local News 8 is committed to providing a forum for civil and constructive conversation.

Please keep your comments respectful and relevant. You can review our Community Guidelines by clicking here

If you would like to share a story idea, please submit it here.