Peotone took a six-run defeat the last time they faced off against Beecher, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Blue Devils skirted past the Bobcats 2-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Blue Devils have posted since April 21st.
Josh Barta
| 04/30/25 vs Horizon Science Academy McKinley Park | 3 |
| 04/15/25 @ Lisle | 3 |
| 03/31/25 @ Manteno | 3 |
| 05/07/25 vs Beecher | 2 |
| 04/25/25 vs Grant Park | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
Josh Barta spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on five hits and racked up seven Ks. He also tossed two walks, which is notable because Peotone is 3-1 when he allows at most two walks, but 6-14 otherwise.
On the hitting side, Ruben Velasco was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Peotone's victory bumped their record up to 9-15. As for Beecher, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 10-14.
Coming up, Peotone will challenge Herscher at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Beecher, they will take on Hoopeston at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Cornjerkers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.91 runs per game on average), something the Bobcats will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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