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Red Sox - Braves Square Off in Minor League Championship Tilt

By JIM NIGRO

The First United Methodist Church Red Sox squared off against the Sertoma Braves Saturday in the Paul E. Sputore Batavia Minor League championship game. 

Teams stand on the sideline during National Anthem

as a stiff breeze unfurls the flag

Chandler Baker started on the mound for the Red Sox

under the watchful eye of battery mate Brianna Janes

Alex Kunes started on the hill for the Braves

with assistant coach Dan Kunes keeping an eye on the action.

Braves supporters

the Red Sox faithful

Here's something you don't see everyday - a Red Sox fan in pinstripes!

after taking a pitch, Alex Frongetta turns to get the call

his reaction speaks volumes

score keeper checking out the action from the press box

Andrew Francis takes over mound duties for the Sox and like Chandler, does an effective job.

With his team leading, coach Vin Misiti  remains intense, not ready to celebrate....

until now!

kneeling, l to r, Mike Alvut, Chandler Baker, Sammy Bartz, Bryce Reigle, Andrew Francis, Luke Grammatico and Spencer Misiti. Back, l to r, assistant coach Vin Misiti Jr, head coach Vin Misiti, Maya Urban, ass't coach Jeff Bartz, Alex Frongetta, Tanner Cook, ass't coach Mike Francis and Brianna Janes.

Vin takes several moments to adress both players and parents, reflecting back on the season.

and a special thanks to these fellas, Paul and Louie, whose behind the scenes work and dedication make the Batavia Minor League possible.  

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