Botkins was the 3-2 winner over New Knoxville when they last played one another back in May of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Botkins Trojans lost 12-6 to the New Knoxville Rangers on Saturday. Botkins' defeat continues a trend for the team, making it six in a row.
For New Knoxville's part, Luke Stachler was incredible, scoring four runs while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Parker Jones, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Botkins' loss dropped their record down to 3-12. As for New Knoxville, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-10.
Botkins will take on Fairlawn at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. Botkins is facing Fairlawn at the right time seeing as Fairlawn is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for New Knoxville, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Fort Recovery at 5:00 p.m.
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