The Macomb Bombers are taking a road trip to take on the Canton Little Giants at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Macomb managed to slip by Camp Point Central the last time these teams faced off, but didn't have those same answers this time around. The Bombers lost 10-0 to the Panthers on Tuesday. Having soared to a lofty 21 runs in the game before, the Bombers' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Meanwhile, Canton has relied on a stalwart pitcher averaging 3.42 runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They came up short against Dunlap, falling 10-3. The loss continues a trend for the Little Giants in their meetings with the Eagles: they've now lost five in a row.
Averi Smith was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season. Allison Wheeler was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
Canton's defeat dropped their record down to 9-3. As for Macomb, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-10 record this season.
Macomb couldn't quite get it done against Canton in their previous meeting back in April of 2024 as they fell 7-3. Can the Bombers avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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