Wayne Trace had lost three games straight , but after bumping their record up to 7-5 on Tuesday that streak is in the rearview. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Hicksville Aces a 2-0 shutout. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Raiders have posted since April 4th.
As for Hicksville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season. The game marked the first time this year in which they were not able to get on the board.
For Hicksville's part, Eli Lawrence spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits. Lawrence has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Wayne Trace will host Ayersville at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Hicksville, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against Antwerp at 5:00 p.m. The Aces are facing the Archers at the right time seeing as the Archers are stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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