Taylor's game last Saturday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Monday. They blew past the Purdue Broad Ripple Lynx 12-2. That ten run margin sets a new team best for Taylor this season.
Zach Landis was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Landis was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
In other batting news, EZ Ligon and JP Smith did most of the damage at the plate: Ligon scored three runs and stole three bases while going 1-for-5, while Smith got on base in three of his five plate appearances with a stolen base, two RBI, and a double. Keith Walker was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
On Purdue Broad Ripple's side, Daniel White made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole four bases while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was John Tilton, who scored a run and stole two bases.
Taylor's win bumped their record up to 3-15. As for Purdue Broad Ripple, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-11.
Taylor will stay at home for another game and welcome Delphi Community at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Purdue Broad Ripple, they will be staying on the road on Wednesday to face off against Liberty Christian at 5:15 p.m. Purdue Broad Ripple has given up an average of 9 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
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