Grace scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by an 11-3 margin over the Fillmore Flashes. The win was just what Grace needed coming off of a 10-3 defeat in their prior match.
Nate Slaton was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run over six innings pitched. Slaton was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Lucas Martinov was a standout: he scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. Nico Kajiwara was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Grace's victory ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 4-9. As for Fillmore, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-7.
Grace will head out on the road to face off against Oak Park at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Grace is facing Oak Park at the right time seeing as Oak Park is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Fillmore, they will be playing at home against Nordhoff at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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