Marceline had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Salisbury Panthers by a score of 11-6 on Friday. The victory was just what Marceline needed coming off of a 12-5 loss in their prior match.
Dax Thomas was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off three hits (he also only allowed one walk). Thomas has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances. Thomas was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Harrison Green was excellent, scoring three runs while going 1-for-5. He is trending in the right direction, as he's improved his point production for three straight games.
Marceline now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Salisbury, they have fallen quite a ways from their 19-2 record last season and are now at 3-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Marceline will take on Westran at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Marceline is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.6 runs per game this season. As for Salisbury, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Schuyler County at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Schuyler County's pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so Salisbury's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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