North took a ten-run loss the last time they faced off against Hastings, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Polars sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 win over the Raiders on Wednesday. The game was the first time the Polars have beaten the Raiders on their field since May 4, 2015.
Andrew Strugar looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over three innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits (and not a single walk).
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At the plate, Tyler Shaw was incredible, scoring a run and stealing four bases while going 2-for-3. Those four stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ian Kroski, who scored a run while going 3-for-3.
North's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Hastings, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Looking ahead, North will host Benilde-St. Margaret's at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The timing isn't great for the Polars: they have been struggling with 12 straight losses at home dating back to last season, while the Red Knights have snatched up three consecutive wins on the road. As for Hastings, they will venture away from home to challenge South St. Paul at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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