Grundy scored first but ultimately less than Jenkins in their game on Thursday. They fell just short of the Jenkins Cavaliers by a score of 5-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Grundy of the 10-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in March of 2023.
For Jenkins' part, John Addington and Caleb Morgan made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Addington tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Morgan struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Addington scored a run and stole four bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances, while Morgan scored a run and stole six bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Roger Niles was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Grundy's defeat dropped their record down to 3-6. As for Jenkins, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 3-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grundy will take on East Ridge at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Jenkins, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Cordia at 6:00 p.m.
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