For the second straight game, Franklin County will face off against Hebron Christian. Franklin County will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against Hebron Christian at 5:55 p.m. Franklin County's pitching crew has only allowed four runs per game this season, so Hebron Christian's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Franklin County's usually-dominant pitching crew will be looking to make up for Monday's struggle, when Hebron Christian hitters got past them. Franklin County came up short against Hebron Christian on Monday, falling 10-0. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat Franklin County has suffered against Hebron Christian since February 29, 2020.
For Hebron Christian's part, Dean Livingston was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits over five innings pitched. Livingston also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Hebron Christian is 7-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 8-11 otherwise. Livingston was also solid in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Barrett Bruce, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one double. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Brodie Lewis, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Franklin County has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 19-7 record this season. As for Hebron Christian, with the victory, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 15-12.
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