With a playoff game on the line, Northside rose to the challenge on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Lake View Wildcats out 7-6. That's more bragging rights for Northside, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
John Piper was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out eight batters over 4.1 innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off only two hits. Piper has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Piper was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with four RBI, a stolen base, and a run.
In other batting news, Jesse Nick was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
On Lake View's side, Guiseppe Lampignano was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Northside's victory ended a nine-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-16. As for Lake View, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last ten contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 12-17 record this season.
As of now, neither Northside nor Lake View have any future games scheduled.
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