Ashwaubenon hasn't had much luck against Manitowoc Lincoln recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Jaguars will be playing at home against the Ships at 4:30 p.m. Neither Ashwaubenon nor Manitowoc Lincoln posted many runs in their last games, so it might be the pitching crews that decide this one.
Saturday just wasn't the day for Ashwaubenon's offense. They fell 4-0 to De Pere on Saturday. The Jaguars have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Ashwaubenon had to settle for second despite strong performances on the mound from Andrew Jeske and Nick Smith Jeske tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits, while Smith tossed five innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. What's more, Jeske gave up only zero walks, the fewest he's had since back in April.
Meanwhile, Manitowoc Lincoln fell victim to Bay Port and their airtight pitching crew on Saturday. They fell just short of the Pirates by a score of 2-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Ships have suffered since May 10, 2024.
Bennett Johnson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on three hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in seven consecutive appearances.
Ashwaubenon's defeat dropped their record down to 5-9. As for Manitowoc Lincoln, their loss dropped their record down to 15-3.
Ashwaubenon suffered a grim 13-0 defeat to Manitowoc Lincoln when the teams last played back in April. Will the Jaguars have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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