Salem extended their losing streak to four on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 7-7-1 in the process. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Switzerland County Pacers. That's two games in a row now that the Lions have lost by just one run.
As for Switzerland County, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-6 record this season. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.8 runs on average over those games.
For Switzerland County's part, Kemper Kitts spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered just two earned runs on five hits and racked up nine Ks.
On the hitting side, Switzerland County saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Roman Hite, who went 1-for-2 with two runs. Hite is becoming a predictor of the Pacers' success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 5-6 when he doesn't). Braxton Eaglin was another, going 2-for-3 with two RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem will take on Orleans at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Switzerland County, they will face off against North Decatur at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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