The Dixon Dukes & Duchesses will head out on the road to square off against the Stillman Valley Cardinals at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Dixon knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with ten runs or more in their past three matches -- so hopefully Stillman Valley likes a good challenge.
Dixon came out on top against Winnebago on Saturday thanks in part to the team's impressive seven-run sixth inning. The Dukes & Duchesses were the clear victors by a 14-3 margin over the Indians. The victory continues a trend for the Dukes & Duchesses in their matchups with the Indians: they've now won eight in a row.
The team relied heavily on Jake Whelan, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and one stolen base. Brady Feit was another key player, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Stillman Valley had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 10-5 win over Ashton-Franklin Center on Saturday.
Tyson Mannix was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was AJ Slupianek, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with three runs.
Dixon's record now sits at 8-3. As for Stillman Valley, their record is now 5-12.
Dixon's speedy runners might be the difference in Monday's contest. The Dukes & Duchesses have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.8 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Stillman Valley, though, as they've been averaging only 0.8 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Dixon continue to outrun the ball? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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