Benton fought the good fight in their extra-innings contest against Massac County on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They fell just short of the Patriots by a score of 5-4. The Rangers just can't catch a break and have now endured three defeats in a row.
Kaden Owens was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run. Those hits marked the first that he has got this season.
Benton's loss dropped their record down to 5-4. As for Massac County, the win got them back to even at 4-4.
Benton and Massac County will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Rangers are set to challenge their familiar foe DuQuoin at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Massac County will square off against rival Murphysboro at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
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