League recap: Becker overpowering for Nevis in past week

By Staff Report May 21, 2012, 12:00am

Northland league recap: 5/21/12

Austin Becker was the best pitcher in Northland this week, leading Nevis. Over the past week, he had one win and 11 Ks.

Behind a 1-1 record over the past week, Lake of the Woods/Rainy River made the biggest jump in the national rankings, all the way from 13676 to 13248. The Bears are currently sitting at No. 336 in the state of Minnesota, thanks to an overall record of 4-7.

The Tigers' pitching staff dominated this week, allowing only eight hits and five walks, both of which led the league. Nevis has given up a mere 133 hits on the year, while striking out 126 opposing hitters. Becker is the leader in that category with 71 Ks on the season.