Lordstown extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 23 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-14 in the process. They came up short against the Bristol Panthers, falling 20-0. While getting shut out isn't ideal, the Red Devils haven't been shut out since back in April.
As for Bristol, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-9 record this season. Considering they have won ten contests by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Bristol's part, Croc Thorp was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with three runs, four RBI, and one double. Thorp has become a key player for the Panthers: the team is 8-1 when he posts at least two runs, but 6-8 otherwise. Kaiden Kohler was another key player, going 1-for-2 with three runs, four RBI, and one stolen base.
Lordstown and Bristol are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. The Red Devils are taking a road trip to take on St. John at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Lordstown's pitchers better be ready for this one: the Fighting Herald have averaged an impressive 10.3 runs per game this season. As for Bristol, they will head out to face off against Heartland Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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