Jackson-Olin extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 3-7. They came up short against the Minor Tigers, falling 20-1. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Tigers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-2 on Tuesday.
As for Minor, their victory ended a 13-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-9. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Minor's part, Josh Fuller and Elijah Fuller were major factors while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Fuller pitched 2.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Meanwhile, Elijah tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Josh has become a key player for Minor: the team is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 1-9 otherwise. At the plate, Fuller got on base in all four of his plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Elijah got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, one triple, and one RBI. That's the most RBI Josh has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, Ryan Locklear was a standout: he got on base in three of his four plate appearances with six stolen bases, three runs, and four RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Minor's success: when he posts at least two stolen bases the team is undefeated (and 2-9 when he doesn't). The team also got some help courtesy of Kaleb Brown, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Jackson-Olin will venture away from home to challenge Fairfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.89 runs per game on average), something the Mustangs will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Minor, they are taking a road trip to face off against White Plains at 1:30 p.m. on the 28th.
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