Blackford extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping their season record down to 5-11 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-0 heartbreaker at the hands of the Mississinewa Indians. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Bruins have suffered since April 23, 2024.
As for Mississinewa, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-4 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.7 runs over those games.
For Mississinewa's part, Lilah Greer made a big impact no matter where she played. She kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out seven over seven innings pitched. Greer has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in ten consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one double.
Blackford will be playing at home against Marion at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mississinewa, they will head out to challenge Frankton at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Indians surely won't give up without a fight.
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