Softball Game Preview: Bridgeport Bulldogs vs. Malvern Hornets

The Bridgeport Bulldogs will be taking part in a tournament against the Malvern Hornets at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Neither of those teams managed to put together many runs in their previous contests, so the offenses might be a little more motivated than usual.

Bridgeport fought the good fight in their extra-innings match against Buckeye Local on Saturday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Panthers by a score of 2-1. The loss continues a trend for the Bulldogs in their meetings with the Panthers: they've now lost four in a row.

Hanna Brewer spent all nine innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on 12 hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.

Meanwhile, Malvern was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They came up short against Conotton Valley, falling 21-2.

Bridgeport's loss dropped their record down to 12-7. As for Malvern, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-17.

Malvern's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Bridgeport has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .437. It's a different story for Malvern, though, as they've only averaged .305. Will they be able to contain Bridgeport's hitters? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.