Cleveland can finally bid farewell to their 16-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Monday. They walked away with a 9-6 win over the Locust Fork Hornets. Cleveland's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Joseph Walker was a major factor no matter where he played. He pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also didn't allow any walks). Walker was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Cleveland got a big performance out of Kevin Chavez, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Logan Branham, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
Cleveland's victory ended an eight-game drought on the road and puts them at 1-14. As for Locust Fork, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 8-7.
Cleveland will have a chance to go back-to-back against Locust Fork: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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