Linden-McKinley extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 12 on Friday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They came up short against the South Bulldogs, falling 14-4. If the Panthers were looking for revenge after losing 17-7 to the Bulldogs when the teams met back in April of 2022, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for South, the win snapped their losing streak at ten games and leaves them with a 3-12 record. They not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since April 9th (when they won 14-4).
For South's part, Justin Davis, Jr. was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single hit while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. Davis, Jr. also allowed no hits, which is notable because South is 2-1 when he allows at most two hits, but 1-11 otherwise. Davis, Jr. was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. He is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now snagged at least one in each of the last three games he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Isaac Marshall, who got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three stolen bases and four runs. He has been hot, having posted at least one stolen base the last seven times he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Ovanti Dennis, who earned two runs and three stolen bases.
Linden-McKinley does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for South, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Columbus International at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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