Forest Park is 0-3 against Jackson since March of 2022 but things could change on Monday. A feisty cat fight will be fought as Forest Park Panthers challenge Jackson Jaguars at 5:55 p.m. Forest Park has given up an average of 7.5 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Forest Park came into their game on Friday off a hard-fought close win, but unfortunately suffered a serious change of fortune. They lost 12-2 to Jackson. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, the Panthers couldn't push the score so high this time.
For Jackson's part, Tyler Dunn was a standout: he scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4. Those three hits gave Dunn a new career-high. Charlie Schrope was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
Jackson always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .581. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Forest Park only posted an OBP of .222.
The win (which was Jackson's 11th in a row) raised their record to 19-6. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.4 runs on average over those games. As for Forest Park, their loss dropped their record down to 9-8.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Forest Park has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .449. However, it's not like Jackson struggles in that department as they've averaged .481. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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