Madison extended their losing streak to six on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 2-13-1 in the process. They lost 23-7 to the Slater Wildcats. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Panthers of the 15-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Slater, their victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Slater's part, Tristen Klasing made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Klasing is becoming a predictor of Slater's success: when he allows at most two hits the team is 5-1 (and 5-6 when he doesn't). Klasing was even better at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Tytan Wiseman, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Ben Gochenour also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Coming up, Madison will challenge Higbee at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Slater does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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