The Grassfield Grizzlies will challenge the Smithfield Packers at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Grassfield will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak.
Grassfield proved they can win big two weeks ago (they won by 12) and last Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged out Perquimans 6-5.
Grassfield got a big performance out of Cydney Lafon, who went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, one run, and one double. Those stolen bases marked the first that Lafon has snagged this season. Another player making a difference was EG Hatcher, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Smithfield's offense. They came up short against New Kent last Thursday, falling 10-0. The Packers haven't had much luck with the Trojans recently, as the team has come up short the last four times they've met.
Grassfield pushed their record up to 6-1 with the victory, which was their 11th straight on the road dating back to last season. Those road wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.4 runs on average over those games. As for Smithfield, their loss dropped their record down to 4-4.
Monday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Grassfield hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .333. However, it's not like Smithfield struggles in that department as they've averaged .491. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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