Chambersburg was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They came up short against the Altoona Mountain Lions, falling 11-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mountain Lions this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 11-2 on Monday.
Chambersburg got a good showing from H Benedict, who pitched 3.1 innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Benedict has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, C Truett made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two doubles and one run. Those doubles marked the first that he has hit this season.
Chambersburg's loss dropped their record down to 4-12. As for Altoona, their record now sits at 9-7.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Chambersburg will venture away from home to face off against Cedar Cliff at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. The Colts will aim to continue their four-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last. As for Altoona, they will head out on the road to take on Central Dauphin at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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