Smithville had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped down to 7-15 to make it four. They came up short against the Winnetonka Griffins, falling 11-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Warriors have suffered since March 23rd.
As for Winnetonka, their record now sits at 13-7. The result was nothing new for the Griffins, who have now won 11 games by six runs or more so far this season.
For Winnetonka's part, Dylan Kroll made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. Kroll has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three runs, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Winnetonka's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 6-7 when he doesn't).
In other batting news, Mason Crockett was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. That triple was his first of the season. Sam Reisenbichler was another key player, going 1-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Smithville will venture away from home to take on Blue Springs at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Winnetonka, they will head out to square off against Raytown South at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Cardinals have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.75 runs per game on average), something the Griffins will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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