For the first time this season, Smithton will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will head out to square off against the Eugene Eagles at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Smithton has given up an average of 10.4 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Smithton is headed into Monday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Monday. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 12-3 to La Monte, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
Meanwhile, Eugene had just enough and edged out Belle 3-2 on Friday. The victory continues a trend for the Eagles in their matchups with the Tigers: they've now won three in a row.
Sam Schulte was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
Smithton's loss dropped their record down to 6-12. As for Eugene, their record now sits at 15-8.
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