Franklin Monroe never got on the board in their matchup last Monday, but that sure wasn't the case in their game against Greenville on Tuesday. Everything went their way against the Greenville Green Wave as they made off with an 11-2 win. This was payback for Franklin Monroe, who suffered a 5-4 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Chase Stebbins was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out six batters over 5.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits (and only one walk). Stebbins has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Stebbins was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Braden Gilbert was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Ty Riffle, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Franklin Monroe's victory bumped their record up to 8-12. As for Greenville, they dropped their record down to 10-12 with that loss, which was their third straight at home.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Franklin Monroe will take on Fairlawn at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Greenville, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Butler at 5:00 p.m.
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