Milan took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Chelsea, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Big Reds sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-4 win over the Bulldogs on Friday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Big Reds as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Gunnar Kruise
| 05/09/25 vs Chelsea | 6 |
| 05/03/25 @ Belleville | 5 |
| 04/28/25 vs Huron | 1 |
| 04/25/25 vs Whiteford | 2 |
| 04/19/25 @ Dundee | 7 |
Gunnar Kruise made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits. That's the most strikeouts he has posted over his last five games. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and one run. Milan is undefeated when Kruise posts two or more stolen bases, but 7-14 otherwise.
In other pitching news, Hunter Strimpel looked comfortable as he pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. He also tossed no walks, which is notable because Milan is 4-2 when he allows at most one walk, but 6-12 otherwise.
Back at the plate, Larry Shock III was excellent, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most runs he has posted over his last 11 matchups.
Milan's win bumped their record up to 10-14. As for Chelsea, their defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 13-6-1.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Milan will host St. Mary Catholic Central at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Chelsea, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Ypsilanti at 4:00 p.m. The Bulldogs are facing the Grizzlies at the right time seeing as the Grizzlies are stuck on a 14-game losing streak.
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