Baseball Game Preview: Warren Central Warriors vs. Pike Red Devils

For the second straight game, Warren Central will face off against Pike. The Warriors will be playing at home against the Red Devils at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

Warren Central lost 10-3 to Pike on Tuesday. The defeat continues a trend for the Warriors in their meetings with the Red Devils: they've now lost three in a row.

For Pike's part, Lincoln Sigmund spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits and racked up nine Ks. Sigmund has been consistent: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Jacobi Jones was a standout: he went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run. The team also got some help courtesy of Jimquell Young, Jr, who went 1-for-2 with two RBI and one double.

The victory made it two in a row for Pike and bumps their season record up to 6-3. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 14.5 runs over those games. As for Warren Central, their loss dropped their record down to 2-7-1.

Wednesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Warren Central has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .455. However, it's not like Pike struggles in that department as they've averaged .460. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.