After only two runs in their last game, Manitowoc Lutheran made sure to put some runs up on the board against Oostburg on Wednesday. The Lancers were the clear victors by an 11-4 margin over the Flying Dutchmen. Considering the Lancers have won five matches by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.
Derek Laabs made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off three hits. He is becoming a predictor of Manitowoc Lutheran's success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is 2-1 (and 5-6 when he doesn't). Laabs was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and three runs. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in May of 2024.
Will Franzen
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In other batting news, Will Franzen and Logan Brooks did most of the damage at the plate: Franzen went 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double, while Brooks went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. Those three hits gave Franzen a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Logan Haupt, who earned one RBI, two runs, and two stolen bases.
The win got Manitowoc Lutheran back to even at 7-7. As for Oostburg, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last nine contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Manitowoc Lutheran will welcome St. Mary Catholic at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Oostburg, they will be playing at home against Brillion at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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