Norfolk had lost three straight at home, but on Friday they dropped down to 5-10 to make it four. They fell just short of the Columbus Discoverers by a score of 6-5. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Discoverers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 6-2 back in March.
Braydan Koozer and James Lanman stepped up to the plate in a big way. Koozer went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one double, while Lanman went 3-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of Ayden Papstein, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
As for Columbus, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-7 record this season. The game was the first time they have beaten Norfolk on their field since April 20, 2023.
On Columbus' side, Karsten Killham looked comfortable as he tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Killham has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up a single earned run in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Jack Holys, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in May of 2025. Camden Gustafson also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Coming up, Norfolk will be playing in front of their home fans against Lincoln Northeast at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Columbus, they have already played their next contest, a 5-4 loss against Standing Bear on the 18th.
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