On Wednesday, it didn’t take long for the Bull to make his presence known in Cougar country. Aiden McCarthy pulled out his old bag of tricks - got a few hits , scored 2 runs, tossed another complete game, picked up win number 8 & secured a bus ride to the section finals on Friday. Just another day in the Bullring for the Bull, who with this performance proves once again he is a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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Congrats to our captains. Both of these guys have had amazing careers & been key to the success of this program since their arrival.
They are both tremendous athletes, great teammates & the heart and soul of our ball club.
Great job dudes - well deserved !!
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Survive and advance !!!!! The Tigers are goin back the finals for the 3rd straight year. Once again Aiden McCarthy shoved. Another complete game & win number 8 for the Bull. His battery mate / fellow dude Chris Loniewski got the Tigers on the board early w/ a 2 run knock in the 1st. But it was Andrew Bena who was Mr. Clutch in the 7th, delivering a 2 run double down the left field line, breaking a 2-2 tie that would give the Tigers the lead/trip to the section finals @ Cranford on Friday at 3pm.
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In the 2026 Battle of the Plainfields, Andrew Bena was a one man gang on the mound this past Friday-hurling 6 shut out innings w/10 K’s which contributed immensely to the squad advancing to the semi finals. Andrew picked up where the Maestro before him left off. No stranger to the big stage, or to the Maestro Cloak, Andrew proved once again he has exactly what it takes to recognized as a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers will face the #1 seed Chatham in the semis on Weds after defeating the NoPlfd Canucks 7-0. Andrew Bena was superb - tossing a 4 hit / 10 k shutout in the 6 frames he worked for his 4th W of the season & also had an rbi double. Joe Stanzione (2-2 2b 3rbi bb) opened up the scoring for the Tigers in the 2nd w a base clearing double. Aiden McCarthy, Chris Loniewski, & Ed Budzinski led the offense 2 hits a piece.
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The Blue Oyster Cult had the cow bell and the SP Tigers have the Bull Horns. Aiden McCarthy was given the game 1 assignment & performed the way the Tiger fans all around the world tuned in to watch had hoped for- a CG 12 K shutout +adding a knock, scoring a few runs, swiping a bag & ultimately doing what he needed to help the squad advance. For his work- Aiden “The Bull” McCarthy has once again proven to be a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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Survive and Advance!! Aiden “The Bull” McCarthy was business as usual on the bump, picking up his 7th and biggest W of the season, advancing the Tigers to the next round. The Bull (1-1 2b rbi 2 r 2bb sb) had himself a nice day at office which included complete game 3h 12 k performance. Dom Massaro reached the 50 hit mark and scored 2x. Andrew Bena had a 2rbi knock and Andrew Burns also had 2 hits. Up next is No Plainfield on Friday - 3pm start time.
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Like a professor of a classroom, Aiden Kaplan certainly had everyone at full attention on Senior Night. Despite multiple cancellations due to mother nature, he was all business once the weather cleared. In true Maestro fashion, Aiden took to the hill, went 6 deep, putting his team in a position to win the day in front of a capacity packed crowd, proving to the Tiger faithful. he is a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers defeated Middlesex 7-1. Starter Aiden Kaplan handled business and picked up his 2nd W on the season (6ip 6k 1r). Dom Massaro (1-2 rbi 2 sb 2bb 3 r) was key in getting the Tigers on the board. Aiden McCarthy (1-1 rbi bb) Alex Pigna (1-2 r rbi) Gabe Garcia (1-1 bb r) also factored into the offensive mix. Well done seniors and thank you for your hard work and dedication for these past 4 years. On to the States!!!
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Today we finally get the chance to honor these 7 dudes for all their hard work and dedication to this program for the past 4 years. Ceremony begins around 330.
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Our newest Maestro is no stranger to pressure situations. Hard work preparation, and experience is a formula for one to handle business come crunch time & Gabe Garcia certainly proved that on Wednesday in the crunchiest of crunches. Not only did he drive in the would be winning run in the 6th, w the game hanging in the balance he brought order out of chaos and caught a stray bulldog off guard to seal the victory for the Tigers. For his efforts Gabe Garcia has proven to be a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers defeated the Bulldogs 7-6 & with that earn another trip down Rt 18 on Sat to play Monroe in the semis. Starter Andrew Bena gets the W & Jay Jimenez came in relief for the save. It was a battle from start to finish. Dom Massaro, Aiden McCarthy, Andrew Bena, Anthony Cicenia & Gabe Garcia were straight up dudes- handling business throughout this contest, helping the squad SURVIVE & advance to the next round.
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Aiden McCarthy has earned his keep in the SP Tiger Baseball record books w/ his latest achievement- reaching the 100 K milestone. This season, the Bull has tossed a No No & also earned a doctorate in the field of Falconry. But with his latest performance, tossing another CG DUBYA, the Bull has once again proved he is a true Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers advance to the 1/4 finals after defeating St. Joes 2-1. Aiden McCarthy picked up his 6th W of the season w a CG 10k performance & also worked his way into the record books reaching the 100 strikeout milestone.
Chris Loniewski’s rbi single in the first plated Dom Massaro -who is credited w the eventual GW RBI after wearing one w the bases juiced in the bottom of the 4th that scored Eddie Budzinski (1-2). The Tigers (12-10) will travel to Metuchen on Weds.
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There are Maestros and then there are Maestros. Dom Massaro out-Mustanged the Mustangs by galloping his way to a baseball superfecta: hitting for the cycle, drawing a walk & scoring 5x. From destroying baseballs to breaking records, Dom Massaro continues to rewrite the Maestro Manuel proving once again why he is a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers picked up their 11th W of the season by a score 14-4 over JFK. The Professor Aidan Kaplan was solid on the bump (5ip 3h 6k) & picked up his first career varsity W. Captain Dom Massaro went Full Dude & had quite a day- hit for the cycle, scored 5x while breaking the all time run scored record at SP. Fellow Captain Aiden McCarthy roped 3 doubles & Chris Loniewski had 2 hits & an RBI.
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A True Maestro of the Diamond does not get intimidated by whatever is thrown their way. Doesn’t matter if it’s a bus driver rocking out to 80’s metal while dodging tractor trailers, high 80’s fastballs or 80 mph wind gusts…all the same. What matters are the results and Hunter Ravi certainly delivered in the clutch yesterday, driving in the would be winning run despite mother natures attempt to thwart anything hit in her direction. For his clutchness, Hunter proved he is a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers complete the series sweep of Monroe by a score of 10-5. Andrew Bena picked up win #2 of the season (5ip 3h) got the job done on the bump & Jay Jimenez tossed the final 2 frames to secure the Tiger victory. Aiden McCarthy (2-3 hr 2rbi) led the offensive charge w a solo blast in the 1st. Eddie Budzinski (2-4 2b rbi) and Chris Loniewski (1-3 3rbi) were clutch & congrats to Hunter Ravi (1-2 2b 2r 2bb) on getting his 1st career varsity hit, 2 bag gapper that plated to the the magic 6th run, which is all the Tigers needed to improve to 10-8.
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First there was Louis Jourdan turning scientists into Swamp Things. Then it was Chuck Norris dodging Russian Mercs in the swamps of the Everglades in Invasion USA. Yesterday it was Aiden “The Bull” McCarthy doing what The Bull does - tossing complete games & driving in game winning runs regardless of swamp-like terrain…proving once again why he is a True Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers improve to 9-8 after defeating Spotswood 3-1. Aiden McCarthy & his defense handled business. Bull (7ip 11k) picked up W # 5 + the would be GW RBI in the 5th. The Tigers scored all their runs in the 5th thanks to these Dudes of the Day: Andrew Bena 3-3 2b RBI, Dom Massaro 2-4 sb & Eddie Budzinski 1-3 r + Aiden McCarthy 1-3 r rbi. Congrats to Mike Fiore on getting his first career varsity hit. Tuesday the Tigers go right back on the bus & head to Monroe.
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The Tigers are traveling to the Swamp today to play the Chargers. First pitch 4pm barring traffic.
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The Tigers are back in action today, heading to Watchung Hills to play the Warriors. First pitch 4pm.
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Clutch Released the Kraken in 99. Yesterday-Andrew Bena went full clutch w/ ducks on the pond, delivering big in timely fashion to bust the game open & ultimately solidifying a much needed victory for the Tigers. For damaged he caused, Andrew Bena will be compensated by being named as the latest “Maestro of the Diamond.”
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Bull McCarthy was business as usual & the defense solid as the Tigers defeat Monroe 12-3 to improve to 8-7 on the season. The dudes of the day- Andrew Bena (3-5 2b 4rbi) Dom Massaro (2-4 2b 3r rbi) Chris Loniewski (2-3 2r) and Andrew Burns (2-4 2b 2r rbi) led the offensive effort/provided the Bull with plenty of run support. The Tigers head to Monroe on Thursday for game 2 of the season series.
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Today’s game at the stadium is canceled and will be moved to May 23rd or 24th.
The Tigers record now stands at 7-7 after getting swept by EB. Next week we have the Monroe series (home Tues away Thurs) and wrap up the week Friday @ Watchung Hills.
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The Tigers dropped game 1 vs EB 10-9. On bring your child to work day, the only thing that made it on the bus were the Tiger bats. Dom Massaro (4-4 3 2b 2 rbi) did his thing & Aiden McCarthy cracked a grand slam late to make it a one run game, but the bats went to ice after that and the Tigers record now stands at 7-6. Congrats to Andrew Burns on getting his first career varsity hit. Back home today for game 2 of the series.
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The Knights victorious on Friday arrived early in full force ready to battle & sweep the season series. Once the dust settled the results would certainly be one for the history books. Aiden McCarthy took to the bump & carved up all those who stood before him, while his fellow mates provided him w/ the support necessary to win the day. You can still hear the echoes of the men chanting “When you mess with the Bull..YOU GET THE HORNS!!!” BC of his performance the Bull once again is our Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers open the week with a 4-1 victory over Old Bridge & the fans sure got their $$ worth. Dom Massaro (3-4 2b r) roped his 125th, 126th, & 127th career hits, passing Tiger legend & one of SP’s finest - Steve Petriello, as the all time hit leader in Tiger history. On the pitching side, Aiden “The Bull” McCarthy (7ip 9k) worked his way into the same record book by tossing a no-hitter, improving his record to 3-1. 1b Andrew Bena (2-4r) has at least 2 hits in his last 3 games.
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This past week, esp on Sat, if you heard loud hammering, it wasn’t from the work going on at the local Mills. As the bullpen vultures circled overhead, Dom Massaro’s bat was making it rain baseballs, including multiple game winning knocks, the latest vs Millers in the 9th frame on Sat. His performance all week was truly legendary (15-20) and therefore cements his status as our latest Maestro of the Diamond.
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The Tigers bounced back after losing 2 straight and defeated Millburn 4-2 extras. Joe Stanzione picked up win # 2 after coming in relief in 6th and shutting down the Millers. The Dude of all dudes Dom
Massaro(4-5 2r) delivered the go ahead knock in the 9th, scoring Stanzione from 2nd base. Other dudes of the day -Gabe Garcia (3-4 2b r) and Andrew Bena (2-4 bb 2rbi) were also clutch for the Tigers who now stand at 6-5.
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The Tigers dropped game 2 of the series vs St Thomas 7-5. Sr captain Dom Massaro (3-4 2 2b hr 3r) had a monster day but the offense would come up short in the crunch. New day today as the boys are back on the bus and headed to Old Bridge.
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The Tigers will load up Ol Yellow & hit the road today for the first of 3 straight roadies. Game 2 vs St Thomas, Old Bridge Friday and Millburn (@ NoBruns Community) on Saturday.
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According to Eratosthenes, The Troy invasion took place in the month of April more than 3 thousand years ago. The South Plainfield Tigers would not suffer the same fate within their own fences. In a hard fought battle, the Tigers emerged victorious bc Joe Stanzione decided it was his duty to take care of business. Late in the fight it appeared as if the Trojans turned the tide of this contest, but Joe took full command of the situation & instantly put down any and all threats. For his Maestro-esc performance - Joe Stanzione - you are the newest Maestro of the Diamond.
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Did you know: For the 2nd straight game Eddie Budzinski had multiple hits in the same inning.
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The Tigers take game one vs St Thomas by a score of 6-4. The Tigers put up 6 in the 4th - highlighted by Dom Massaro doubling off the fence, knocking in 2 runs. The Bull - Aiden McCarthy followed w 2 run single. Andrew Bena & Eddie Budzinski (3-3 sb r rbi) also drove in runs. Aiden McCarthy went 5 gets W # 2 thanks to Joe Stanzione slamming the door in the last 2 frames for the save.
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Finishing strong is the goal of all those who get to perform on the big stage. Anthony Cicenia & Co. lived up to the billing. Fans certainly got their moneys worth - in addition to some serious leg cramping & sore throats from being on their feet/screaming for most of the action. Anthony proved he is a true Maestro of the Diamond- dropping 3 hits including 2 in the same set & was as smooth as it gets with the glove, all while celebrating the big 16.
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The Tigers wrap up the week with a series sweep of Woodbridge, winning 8-5 behind a complete game by Jay Jimenez. CF Dom Massaro (3-4 2 2b 2rbi r) & the birthday boy SS Anthony Cicenia (3-4 r) both had big days at the plate. DH Andrew Bena (2-4 2b 2rbi) and C Chris Loniewski both had 2 RBIs a piece. Down 4 in the 5th the Tigers rallied for 6 runs and taking a 7-5 lead. Jimenez didn’t allow a run in his final 4 frames.
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For the last 50 years, it was Iron Maiden who gave us the gift of Eddie. Now the Eddie torch has been passed on to the South Plainfield Tigers. Ed Budzinski & Co. certainly had the entire audience, if not on the edge of their seats, standing throughout their latest matinee performance. Just when the crowd thought the show was over, Eddie took to the stage, hit all the right notes & walked it off as only a true Maestro of the Diamond could.
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The Tigers take game 1 vs Woodbridge by a score of 4-3 thanks to a walk off knock in the bot 7th by Eddie Budzinski (1-3 bb r rbi). Joe Stanzione picks his first career varsity win coming in relief for starter Andrew Bena (1-3 bb r rbi) who only allowed 1 run in 6 frames. Stanzione had 2 hits and an rbi.
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