For the first time this season, Maine West will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will take on the Niles West Wolves at 4:45 p.m. on Monday. Maine West is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak.
Things were looking good for Maine West after they put the first runs on the board on Saturday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They took a 7-3 hit to the loss column at the hands of Warren Township.
Julian Delao was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was Perish Smith, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Niles West, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Friday. They blew past Taft 10-0 on Saturday. That ten run margin sets a new team best for the Wolves this season.
Scott Stewart looked comfortable as he kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out nine over four innings pitched. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Andrew Lim was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with four RBI, two doubles, and one stolen base. Those four RBI gave him a new career-high. Ryan Lee also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Niles West hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Taft struck out 11 times.
Niles West moved to 3-9 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for Maine West, their loss dropped their record down to 3-8.
Maine West was able to grind out a solid victory over Niles West in their previous matchup back in April of 2023, winning 8-4. Will the Warriors repeat their success, or do the Wolves have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.
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