Bay Port took a seven-run loss the last time they faced off against De Pere, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Pirates had just enough and edged out the Redbirds 5-3. The game was the first time the Pirates have beaten the Redbirds on their field since June 7, 2022.
Carson Hawley
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Carson Hawley made a splash no matter where he played. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, he posted four strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was his first of the season.
In other pitching news, Bay Port got a great performance from Parker Lawson as he struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). That's the most strikeouts Lawson has posted since back in May of 2024.
Back at the plate, the team relied heavily on Cayden Heier, who went 1-for-2 with one home run. That hit marked the first that he got this season.
Bay Port lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Bay Port now has a winning record of 3-2. As for De Pere, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bay Port will host Kaukauna at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for De Pere, they will welcome Pulaski at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Redbirds' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Red Raiders have averaged an impressive 11.3 runs per game this season.
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