On Wednesday, April 9, former North Penn Senior High School standout Annabelle Smink’s current college team, the Drexel Dragons, lost 12-0 in their NCAA Division I softball game against the Villanova Wildcats.
The game took place at Villanova Softball Complex. This was their first matchup against the Wildcats this season.
The Dragons’ next game is scheduled for Friday, April 11 at 3 p.m. at Drexel Softball Field against Elon Phoenix.
Andrew Painter was optioned by the Phillies to Triple-A Lehigh Valley after struggling during his latest start against Miami. Interim manager Don Mattingly said performance remains key despite development opportunities available in Major League Baseball.
Trea Turner returned as leadoff hitter for the Philadelphia Phillies after missing one game due to injury. Interim manager Don Mattingly explained lineup changes intended both for strategic balance and player performance improvement.
Kyle Schwarber started at first base for the Phillies for the first time since joining the team while hitting his league-leading 25th home run during an 8-2 victory over Miami on June 16. The game also saw Brandon Marsh step into a leadoff role amid lineup adjustments.
