J.P. McCaskey is 0-10 against Warwick since April of 2021 but things could change on Monday. The Red Tornado will be playing at home against the Warriors at 4:15 p.m. J.P. McCaskey is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.8 runs per game this season.
J.P. McCaskey lost 10-1 to Hempfield on Wednesday. The Red Tornado have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
J.P. McCaskey saw six different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kaydence Canty, who went 2-for-3 with one double and one RBI. That double marked the first that Canty has hit this season.
Meanwhile, Warwick came tearing into Thursday's match with five straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 9.8 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Indians, sneaking past 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Warriors have posted since May 30, 2024.
Kate Shaak spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on four hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Marlee Martin, who went 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. Those two stolen bases gave her a new career-high.
Warwick's win was their fifth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 8-3. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.0 runs over those games. As for J.P. McCaskey, their loss dropped their record down to 6-8.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. J.P. McCaskey has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .458. However, it's not like Warwick struggles in that department as they've averaged .432. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
J.P. McCaskey might still be hurting after the 10-0 defeat they got from Warwick in their previous meeting on Tuesday. Will the Red Tornado have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
