Eastpointe had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it six. They came up short against the Hazel Park Vikings, falling 22-2. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Vikings this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-0 on Wednesday.
As for Hazel Park, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-10. The result was nothing new for the Vikings, who have now won eight matchups by 13 runs or more so far this season.
For Hazel Park's part, Madison Platt (2027) was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Platt (2027) has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, La'Onna Otis (2027) was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with six stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now snagged at least one in each of the last eight games she's played. Another player making a difference was Maddie Meade (2027), who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with five stolen bases, four runs, and one RBI.
Looking ahead, Eastpointe will challenge Fitzgerald at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Shamrocks will need to watch out since the Spartans have now posted at least ten runs in their last three contests. As for Hazel Park, they will venture away from home to challenge Madison at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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