Johnson was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat dating back to last season. They came up short against the Savannah Bluejackets, falling 22-15. Atomsmashers fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Bluejackets since Wednesday.
Jeremiah Cooper made the most of his time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 3-for-6 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Another player making a difference was Corey Byrd, who got on base in all five of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Johnson's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Savannah, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Coincidentally, Johnson and Savannah will both be playing Beach the next time they take the field. The Atomsmashers will head out to face the Bulldogs at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, while the Bluejackets will head out to face them at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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