East Peoria scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They blew past the Canton Little Giants 14-8. The result was nothing new for East Peoria, who have now won seven matches by six runs or more so far this season.
For Canton's part, Emma Turner and Allison Wheeler did some serious damage despite the final result: Turner scored two runs while going 2-for-3, while Wheeler went 3-for-4 with a stolen base and two RBI. Brooklyn Dennis was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
The win was the eighth in a row for East Peoria, bringing their record for this year to 16-3. As for Canton, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost ten of their last 11 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-11 record this season.
East Peoria will take on Normal University at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. East Peoria is looking to tack on another W to their five-game streak on the road. As for Canton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Washington at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Washington will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each matchup than the last.
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