Orion's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Monmouth-Roseville Titans a 10-0 shutout. The Chargers haven't had any issues with the Titans recently, as the game was their eighth consecutive victory against them.
Claire Haars made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over five innings pitched. Haars was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last ten contests.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lyla Johnstone, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April.
Orion hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least five batters in three consecutive games.
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| 05/13/26 - Home | 10-0 W |
| 04/16/26 - Away | 20-6 W |
| 04/17/25 - Away | 15-0 W |
| 04/14/25 - Home | 17-5 W |
| 04/29/24 - Away | 15-4 W |
| + 5 more games |
Orion's win bumped their record up to 10-15. As for Monmouth-Roseville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost ten of their last 11 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-19 record this season.
Orion will challenge Knoxville at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Monmouth-Roseville, they will head out to face off against Sherrard at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Titans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Tigers have averaged an impressive 7.8 runs per game this season.
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