Baseball Game Preview: York Dukes vs. Downers Grove North Trojans

For the second straight game, York will face off against Downers Grove North. The Dukes will welcome the Trojans at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. York is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season.

York fought the good fight in their extra-innings game against Downers Grove North on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Trojans by a score of 3-2.

Jack Lonergan spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on five hits. He has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.

At the plate, York saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Evan Mendiola, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one run.

Downers Grove North pushed their record up to 25-7 with the victory, which was their sixth straight at home. As for York, their loss dropped their record down to 20-10.

Friday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. York hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .320. However, it's not like Downers Grove North struggles in that department as they've averaged .314. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.