Lansing Christian's game on Monday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand the Potterville Vikings an 11-0 shutout. Considering the Pilgrims' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
Trevor Orton was a major factor no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit over five innings pitched. Orton was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs.
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Will Marl, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. He is becoming a predictor of Lansing Christian's success: when he posts at least two runs the team is undefeated (and 1-2 when he doesn't). Another player making a difference was Caleb Franck, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Lansing Christian was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .480. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
Lansing Christian's record now sits at 4-2. As for Potterville, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Lansing Christian will take on Saranac at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Potterville, they will face off against Springport at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Spartans will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Vikings surely won't give up without a fight.
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