After flying high against Galena last Tuesday, Fulton came back down to earth. The Steamers took a 7-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Mercer County Golden Eagles on Wednesday. The Steamers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Golden Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Fulton's defeat dropped their record down to 8-8. As for Mercer County, the win keeps they at an undefeated 12-0.
Looking ahead, Fulton will venture away from home to face off against Galena at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Pirates' pitching crew has only allowed 3.3 runs per game this season, so the Steamers' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Mercer County, they will be playing at home against Rockridge at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (the Golden Eagles have won seven straight at home dating back to last season, while the Rockets won five straight on the road), something that'll have to change.
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