Butler scores five unanswered runs to edge Martella's Pharmacy in opener

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

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Butler overcame a three-run deficit to defeat Martella’s Pharmacy 6-5 in their Pool A opener of the 81st All American Amateur Baseball Association tournament on August 4 at Sargent’s Stadium in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. After Martella’s Pharmacy took a 4-1 lead in the third inning, Butler responded with five runs. Pitcher Jimmy Kunst provided a strong performance, allowing four runs over eight innings. Martella’s Pharmacy managed only one hit in the final six innings. The defeat marked a disappointing start for Martella’s Pharmacy, which faces Altoona-2 Cumming Motors in their next game.

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  • Butler scores five unanswered runs for the victory.
  • Jimmy Kunst allows four runs over eight innings for Butler.
  • Martella’s Pharmacy managed only one hit in the final six innings.
  • Butler avenges a previous 14-0 loss to Martella's Pharmacy from 2025.
  • Martella’s Pharmacy next plays Altoona-2 Cumming Motors.
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JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – A little confidence can bring big impact; at least that’s the story for the Butler Allegheny Athletics. Butler overcame an early three-run deficit, scoring five unanswered runs as they took down Johnstown-2 Martella’s Pharmacy 6-5 Monday afternoon at Sargent’s Stadium at the Point. Butler, now 1-0 in Pool A of the 81st All American Amateur Baseball Association tournament, ...

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