Hazel Park entered their tilt with Merritt Academy with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They were the clear victor by an 11-4 margin over the Merritt Academy Mustangs. Considering Hazel Park has won three matchups by more than six runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Zay Justice was incredible, scoring a run and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Justice is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: he's stolen at least one every time he's taken the field this season. Ryan Smith was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing five bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Hazel Park's win bumped their record up to 3-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Hazel Park will challenge Jefferson at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Merritt Academy, they will head out on the road to square off against New Haven at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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