Softball Game Preview: Owatonna Huskies vs. Century Panthers

The Owatonna Huskies will square off against the Century Panthers at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.

Owatonna managed to slip by Mankato East the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Huskies came up short against the Cougars on Tuesday, falling 9-3. The loss put an end to the Huskies' undefeated start to the season.

Meanwhile, Century lost 12-2 to Mankato West on Tuesday.

Century's loss dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Owatonna, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.

Owatonna took their victory against Century when the teams last played back in May of 2024 by a conclusive 8-1 score. Will the Huskies repeat their success, or do the Panthers have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.