
Titans
05/06/25 @ Eau Claire | 19 |
05/06/25 @ Eau Claire | 16 |
05/09/25 @ River Valley | 15 |
04/29/25 vs Our Lady of the Lake Catholic | 15 |
04/29/25 vs Our Lady of the Lake Catholic | 14 |
While Michigan Lutheran put up some runs on Monday, the same can't be said for River Valley. The Titans blew past the Mustangs 6-0. The result was nothing new for the Titans, who have now won nine games by six runs or more so far this season.
Ben Liebich made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over seven innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. He is becoming a predictor of Michigan Lutheran's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is 8-1 (and 9-12 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Colton Stegman, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles and one RBI. Those two doubles gave him a new career-high.
Michigan Lutheran hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in five consecutive contests.
Michigan Lutheran's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 17-13. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.5 runs on average over those games. As for River Valley, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-15.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Michigan Lutheran will welcome Berrien Springs at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for River Valley, they will host Coloma at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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