Akron-Fairgrove extended their losing streak to six on Monday, dropping them down to 1-7. They lost 19-1 to the Dryden Cardinals. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cardinals this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 31-8 on Monday.
As for Dryden, their victory was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-2. Considering they have won four matchups by more than seven runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
For Dryden's part, Ian Tresnek was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Tresnek was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one double, and one RBI. He has become a key player for Dryden: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 1-2 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Rowan Handley, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, seven RBI, and three runs. Those seven RBI gave him a new career-high. Aiden Dunney was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two triples, two runs, and two RBI.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Akron-Fairgrove will venture away from home to challenge Caseville at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Dryden, they will challenge Mayville at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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