MacArthur snaps six-game streak of losses on the road

By Team Reports Mar 23, 2024, 8:53am

Recap: MacArthur Highlanders vs. Bethany Bronchos

MacArthur lost to Bethany back in March of 2016, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The MacArthur Highlanders sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-7 win over the Bethany Bronchos. The victory made it back-to-back wins for MacArthur.

For Bethany's part, they got a good showing from Gavin Finley, who struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off four hits.

On the hitting side, Cade Ross made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Joseph Berry, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.

MacArthur's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-4. As for Bethany, their loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 5-4-1.

MacArthur will take on Newcastle at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. MacArthur will stroll in with a three game home winning streak, but they should still watch out: the last time they lost at home was their the first matchup with Newcastle. Bethany will take on Tuttle at TBD on Saturday. The last three games Bethany has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.

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