Baseball Recap: Joplin's Luck Changes for the Better on Friday

Joplin had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Central Bulldogs a 6-0 shutout on Friday. That six run margin sets a new team best for the Eagles this season.

Joplin's win bumped their record up to 3-9. As for Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season.

Joplin has already played their next game, a 6-5 victory against Nevada on the 21st. As for Central, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 4-1 loss against Lebanon on the 22nd.