Franklin had to endure a six-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Ravenwood Raptors 13-3. Franklin's victory was all the more impressive since Ravenwood was averaging only four runs allowed on the season.
Arsinious Mannan looked comfortable as he pitched 1.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks).
On the hitting side, Cory Hoard was a standout: he scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances. Andrew Dixon was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Franklin made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4. As for Ravenwood, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-2.
Franklin will have a chance to go back-to-back against Ravenwood: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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