Kirksville had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 2-2 to make it six. They lost 10-2 to the Mexico Bulldogs. The Tigers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in September of 2024.
As for Mexico, the victory was the fourth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 4-1. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three games by seven runs or more this season.
For Mexico's part, Keerstan Ewing made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run over seven innings pitched. Ewing has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Hannah Loyd was incredible, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That home run was her first of the season. Kayleigh Samuelson was another key player, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
Coming up, Kirksville will take on Fulton at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Mexico, they will square off against Hannibal at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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