Alma Center Lincoln was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 10-4 to the Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran Lancers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Alma Center Lincoln of the 14-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture on May 3rd.
For Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran's part, Carter Rutz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He pitched 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Rutz has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances. Rutz was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with a stolen base and two RBI.
In other batting news, Bryce Sydow was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing three bases while going 3-for-4. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last four games he's played. Another player making a difference was Liam Bauer, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Alma Center Lincoln's defeat dropped their record down to 3-13. As for Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran, their victory bumped their record up to 12-5.
Alma Center Lincoln does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran, they will head out on the road to challenge Regis at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Eau Claire Immanuel Lutheran is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9 runs per game this season.
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