Big Rapids extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 13-16 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-3 heartbreaker at the hands of the Mason County Central Spartans. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Cardinals have suffered since May 17, 2024.
As for Mason County Central, the victory got them back to even at 12-12. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 9th.
For Mason County Central's part, Drake McKay made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. McKay also tossed a walk, which is notable because Mason County Central is 5-2 when he allows at most two walks, but 7-10 otherwise. McKay was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
McKay wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Pierce Bladzik, who went 1-for-3 with two runs. Bladzik has become a key player for Mason County Central: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 7-12 otherwise.
While Big Rapids had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair will be back at it again later today.
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