Clear Lake had to endure an eight-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. Everything went their way against Winter/Birchwood on Tuesday as the Clear Lake Warriors made off with an 8-1 win. This was a revenge match for Clear Lake, as the team was forced to settle for a 7-0 loss when these two played on Tuesday.
Ryan Prestrud made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over six innings pitched. Prestrud has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Prestrud was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Clear Lake let Blake Harris and Caleb Arcand loose on the outfield. Harris scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4, while Arcand scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Drew Brantner, who scored a run and stole two bases.
Clear Lake's victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-7. As for Winter/Birchwood, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
Clear Lake will be playing in front of their home fans against Prairie Farm at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Winter/Birchwood, they will head out on the road to face off against Flambeau at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Flambeau's favor is that they have posted big run totals in their last three contests.
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