Grayling had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Oscoda Owls 10-2. The result was nothing new for Grayling, who have now won three matches by eight runs or more so far this season.
Austin Schwartz was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Schwartz was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.
Schwartz wasn't the only one making solid contact as five players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Brodie Gross, who went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Gross has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive pitching appearances. Vaughn Gaertner was another key contributor, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Grayling's win bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Oscoda, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grayling will take on Gladwin at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Grayling is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season. As for Oscoda, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Au Gres-Sims at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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