Baseball Game Preview: Providence Cristo Rey Wolves vs. Purdue Broad Ripple Lynx

The Providence Cristo Rey Wolves will take on the Purdue Broad Ripple Lynx at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.

Eminence hit Providence Cristo Rey with a five-run sixth inning on Monday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Wolves fell just short of the Eels by a score of 10-9. The Wolves haven't had much luck with the Eels recently, as the team has come up short the last five times they've met.

Meanwhile, Purdue Broad Ripple came up short against Varsity Opponent on Tuesday, falling 11-1.

Purdue Broad Ripple saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kyler Jones, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one RBI.

Providence Cristo Rey's defeat dropped their record down to 3-7-1. As for Purdue Broad Ripple, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 7-6.

Thursday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Providence Cristo Rey has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .490. However, it's not like Purdue Broad Ripple struggles in that department as they've averaged .472. 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.