The Vashon Island Pirates will head out to take on the Mercer Island Islanders at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
On Saturday, Vashon Island didn't have quite enough to beat Highline and fell 6-5. Vashon Island has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Meanwhile, Mercer Island was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They took an 8-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of Lindbergh.
Mercer Island got a good showing from Sienna Klopp, who struck out seven batters over two innings while giving up just two earned (and four unearned) runs off two hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts Klopp has posted since back in April of 2024.
Mercer Island's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Vashon Island, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Vashon Island suffered a grim 20-10 defeat to Mercer Island in their previous matchup back in March of 2023. Can Vashon Island avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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