The DeKalb Barons will head out on the road to square off against the Huntington North Vikings at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. DeKalb is no doubt hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
On Tuesday, DeKalb came up short against Columbia City and fell 7-3.
Aydan Parr made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Huntington North also suffered a loss in their last game, but this one to Bellmont by a score of 8-3.
Marcus Linker stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Max Robrock was another key contributor, going 2-for-2 with a double and an RBI.
Even though they lost, Huntington North was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with four doubles. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Bellmont only hit a.
DeKalb's defeat dropped their record down to 8-10. As for Huntington North, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-10 record this season.
DeKalb's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's game. DeKalb has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.7 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Huntington North, though, as they've been averaging only 1.2. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will DeKalb continue to outrun the ball?
DeKalb couldn't quite finish off Huntington North in their previous meeting back in May of 2023 and fell 4-2. Can DeKalb avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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