Columbia extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 12-11 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 4-2 heartbreaker at the hands of the Salem Wildcats. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildcats apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Salem, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 10-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since March 31st.
For Salem's part, Jalen Inlow was excellent, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run. Inlow has become a key player for the Wildcats: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 7-11 otherwise.
Looking ahead, Salem will challenge Farina South Central at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Columbia will be paying especially close attention to the Wildcats' matchup: after the Wildcats face off against the Cougars, they'll take on Columbia again at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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