Monroe dropped their record down to 7-10 on Friday, which also ended the team's four-game streak of wins at home. They fell just short of the Lake Stevens Vikings by a score of 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Bearcats have suffered against the Vikings since April 1, 2019.
As for Lake Stevens, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 11-5. That's two games straight that they have won by exactly two runs.
For Lake Stevens' part, Dylan Phinney looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Phinney has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Aspen Alexander was incredible, going 3-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Julian Wilson, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Monroe will take on Shorewood at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Lake Stevens, they will face off against Jackson at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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