Bluefield extended their losing streak to nine on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-12. They came up short against the Midland Trail Patriots, falling 15-0. The Beavers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Patriots apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Midland Trail, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 14-11. Considering they have won 12 matchups by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
For Midland Trail's part, Madison Rader was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over four innings pitched. Rader has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted over her last ten games.
In other batting news, Kyndal Parsons was a standout: she went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April. Raelyn Morris was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
Bluefield does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Midland Trail, they will square off against Greenbrier West at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Patriots' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cavaliers have averaged an impressive 8.2 runs per game this season.
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