Salem was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 2-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Belleville West Maroons. The Wildcats were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Maroons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2024.
Salem saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Brody Collier, who went 1-for-2 with one RBI.
Salem's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Belleville West, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salem will welcome Benton at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Wildcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rangers have averaged an impressive 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Belleville West, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Mater Dei at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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