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Bayonne outlasts Pa. to win again at LLWS as magical run rolls on

The magic carpet ride continues for Bayonne, as the team beat Pennsylvania for another win at the 2026 Little League World Series.

The Little League World Series captured the attention of Bayonne on Friday night after the Hudson County squad stunned host East Side, 3-1, at Lamade Stadium in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. This win extended the Bees' winning streak to a remarkable 15 consecutive games, bringing them closer to a world championship. Bayonne, currently 2-0 in tournament play, will advance to the winner's bracket, where they will face Davenport Northwest (Midwest) on Sunday, Aug.

23, at 1 p.m. East Side, hailing from West Chester, Pennsylvania, will join the elimination bracket. Chase Klimkowski was the standout pitcher for Bayonne, allowing one earned run on six hits and striking out six over 5⅓ innings. Gabe Garcia secured the save, striking out one batter. AJ Tapia and Joe Dwyer were the leading hitters for Bayonne, each achieving two hits, while Mason Rincon continued his hot streak with his second home run in two games.

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