| 04/09/25 @ Mayville | 21 |
| 05/12/25 vs Valley Lutheran | 16 |
| 05/07/25 @ Saginaw | 16 |
| 04/25/25 @ Valley Lutheran | 16 |
| 05/07/25 vs Saginaw | 15 |
Michigan Lutheran Seminary won the last time they faced Valley Lutheran and things went their way on Monday too. The Cardinals blew past the Chargers 17-1. Considering the Cardinals have won 13 games by more than five runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Kerin Gardner was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off eight hits. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in 15 consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and one triple. That's the most runs she has posted over her last 15 matches.
In other batting news, Sydney Darling was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBI. That's the most runs she has posted over her last 12 contests. Another player making a difference was London Retberg, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
Michigan Lutheran Seminary always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .562. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their OBP total in three consecutive games.
Michigan Lutheran Seminary's win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 18-8. The home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.0 run on average over those games. As for Valley Lutheran, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last ten matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-12 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Michigan Lutheran Seminary will square off against St. Charles at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.25 runs per game on average), something the Cardinals will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Valley Lutheran, they will take on Hemlock at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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