East Moline United got themselves on the board against Galesburg on Tuesday, but Galesburg never followed suit. They were the clear victors by a 23-0 margin over the Silver Streaks. That looming 23-0 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Panthers yet this season.
Reagan Kearns
| 04/01/25 @ Galesburg | 6 |
| 05/08/24 @ Alleman | 5 |
| 03/21/24 vs Riverdale | 4 |
| 05/10/24 vs Normal West | 3 |
| 04/12/24 vs Rock Falls | 3 |
Reagan Kearns made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Those six strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all five of her plate appearances with one home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Chloe Ledford was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Mea Johnson, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
East Moline United always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .610. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
The victory keeps East Moline United at an undefeated 4-0. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 11.3 runs this season. As for Galesburg, their defeat was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-6.
Looking ahead, East Moline United will welcome Geneseo at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Maple Leafs will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Panthers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Galesburg, they will square off against Rockridge at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Rockets' pitching crew has only allowed 2.6 runs per game this season, so the Silver Streaks' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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