Kennedy came into Friday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They put the hurt on the Derby Red Raiders with a sharp 8-1 victory on Friday. That's more bragging rights for Kennedy, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Derby's part, Max Netto put in work no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off six hits. Netto was also stellar in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two stolen bases. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played.
Kennedy's win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 7-12. As for Derby, their loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 7-11.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kennedy will take on Crosby at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Derby, they will head out on the road to square off against Wilby at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Derby is facing Wilby at the right time seeing as Wilby is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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