The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs split a doubleheader against the Lancaster Stormers on July 10, 2025, at Penn Medicine Park in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as part of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. The Crabs took Game 1, 6-2, with sharp pitching and clutch offense, while the Stormers stormed back in Game 2 with a dominant 10-2 win.
Game 1: Blue Crabs Strike Late to Win 6-2
Behind a solid start from Andrew Thurman (5.1 IP, 6 H, 2 R, 4 SO), the Blue Crabs pulled away in the sixth inning with a four-run surge. Gabriel Digiacomo launched a two-run homer—his 10th of the season—and stole his 20th base. Braxton Barrera added an RBI double, while Jalen Baylor scored twice.
Andre Scrubb shut the door with 1.2 scoreless innings and three strikeouts. Lancaster’s Billy Sullivan took the loss after allowing four runs in just one-third of an inning. Joseph Campagna led the Stormers with a 2-for-2 game, including a double.
Game 2: Stormers Respond with 10-2 Rout
The Stormers exploded in Game 2, scoring four runs in the first inning and totaling 10 on 10 hits and six walks. Mason Martin went 3-for-3 with a double, RBI, and four runs scored. Nick Lucky chipped in three RBIs on two doubles.
Starter Maceo Campbell struggled (3 IP, 5 ER) and took the loss for the Blue Crabs. Zach Racusin was a bright spot, going 3-for-4 with a double and triple. Catcher Joseph Campagna threw out a base runner and helped anchor Lancaster’s flawless defense.
Standings and Takeaways
Southern Maryland (37-29) remains in the North Division race, while Lancaster (33-33) sits at .500. The doubleheader highlighted both clubs’ depth and adaptability, with each team showcasing standout performances.
Key Performers Summary:
Game Score Winning Pitcher Losing Pitcher Standouts
1 SM 6, LAN 2 A. Thurman (SM) B. Sullivan (LAN) G. Digiacomo: HR, 2 RBI; J. Campagna: 2-for-2
2 LAN 10, SM 2 M. Green (LAN) M. Campbell (SM) M. Martin: 3-for-3, 4 R; Z. Racusin: 3-for-4
The series continues with both teams hungry to build momentum in the second half of the season.
