Minnesota Valley Lutheran had to endure a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They skirted past the Wabasso Rabbits 5-3. That's more bragging rights for Minnesota Valley Lutheran, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Zachary Riederer was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits (and only one walk). Riederer has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Riederer was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Riederer wasn't the only one making solid contact as three players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Joshua Carlovsky, who went 2-for-3 with a double and an RBI. Joshua Vander Plas was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
Minnesota Valley Lutheran's win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-8. As for Wabasso, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-11 record this season.
Minnesota Valley Lutheran is on the road again on Thursday to play Sleepy Eye at 5:00 p.m. As for Wabasso, they will be playing at home against St. Mary's at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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