Orleans extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping their season record down to 6-18 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 7-5 heartbreaker at the hands of the Springs Valley Blackhawks. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Blackhawks this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 3-2 back in April.
Troy Dille
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Troy Dille was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
As for Springs Valley, with the victory, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 8-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 18th.
On Springs Valley's side, Tanner Hall was excellent, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Manny Pantoja, who went 2-for-3 with two runs.
Orleans and Springs Valley are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Bulldogs will square off against Shoals at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Orleans is facing the Jug Rox at the right time seeing as the Jug Rox are stuck on a 12-game losing streak. As for Springs Valley, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rock Creek Academy at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Considering the Blackhawks have lost five straight at home and the Lions eight straight on the road, this one might come down to who's more desperate to change their momentum.
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