Pioneer extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 5-5 in the process. They took a 7-2 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Maryvale Flyers. That's two games in a row now that the Panthers have lost by exactly five runs.
As for Maryvale, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 12-2. That's two games straight that they have won by exactly five runs.
For Maryvale's part, Dominic Daly made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he pitched seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. Daly has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with one home run and three RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in April.
In other batting news, Jacob Kuciel was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with one home run and two runs. Another player making a difference was Isaiah Hill, who went 1-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run.
Looking ahead, Pioneer will challenge Iroquois at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Maryvale, they will face off against Sweet Home at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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