After two games on the road, Wheeler is heading back home. They will take on the Hobart Brickies at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Wheeler is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.7 runs per game this season.
On Wednesday, it was a hard-fought matchup, but Wheeler had to settle for a 7-6 loss against Boone Grove. Wheeler has not had much luck with Boone Grove recently, as the team's come up short the last four times they've met.
Christian Cutka stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Nick Bravo, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Hobart gave their fans yet another huge win on Wednesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand Morgan Township a 10-0 shutout. Ten seems to be a good number for Hobart as the team scooped up a victory with the same number of runs in their previous game.
Gabe Nunez made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run over five innings pitched. Nunez was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Jevan Andrews was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-2. Carlos Santana was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-3.
Wheeler's defeat dropped their record down to 11-9. As for Hobart, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 11-9.
Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Wheeler has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .436. However, it's not like Hobart struggles in that department as they've averaged .449. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Wheeler might still be hurting after the 11-4 loss they got from Hobart in their previous matchup back in May of 2022. Will Wheeler have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other baseball content.
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